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6.1 KiB
Markdown
85 lines
6.1 KiB
Markdown
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# Handling Tyres
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# Avoiding damage to tyres
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Handling TyresAvoiding damage to tyres- Drive over kerbs and other low obstacles slowly and at right angles so that the two front wheels come into contact with the obstacle at the same time.- Check the tyre pressure regularly.- Check the tyres for damage such as cuts at regular intervals.- Never exceed the maximum speed and load permitted for the tyres that are fitted.- Damaged or worn tyres must be replaced immediately.- Protect the tyres from contact with aggressive substances, including grease, oil, petrol and brake fluid.- If the dust cap is missing from the valve head, it should be fitted immediately.- Remove foreign bodies that have not yet penetrated to the inside of the tyre.- Observe all warnings of the tyre monitoring system.
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# WARNING
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Corrosive liquids and other substances can cause visible and invisible damage to the tyres, which can cause the tyre to burst, leading to serious accidents and fatal injuries.
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Always keep chemicals, oils, lubricants, fuel, brake fluid and other corrosive substances away from the tyres.
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# Storing tyres
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Storing tyres- Always store tyres in a cool, dry and preferably dark place.- Do not store tyres mounted on the rim vertically.- Any tyres not fitted on rims should be kept in suitable sleeves to protect against dirt and should be stored vertically (standing on the tread).
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# Tyres that are more than six years old
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Tyres that are more than six years old- Tyres age through physical and chemical processes that can impair their function. Tyres that have been stored unused for an extended period of time age more quickly than tyres that are used all the time.- Volkswagen recommends replacing tyres that are more than six years old with new tyres. This also applies to tyres which appear to still be in good condition and whose tread depth has not yet reached the minimum value stipulated by legislation.- Winter and all- season tyres also largely lose their effectiveness through ageing – regardless of the remaining tread depth.- The age of each tyre can be determined on the basis of the manufacturing date.
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# WARNING
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Old tyres can suddenly lose air or burst, especially at high speeds.
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This can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.
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Use tyres that are more than six years old only if you have no alternative. In this case, drive slowly and with extra care at all times, even if the tyres have never been used.
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# New tyres
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New tyres- Drive particularly carefully for the first $600~\mathrm{km}$ with new tyres as the tyres have to be run in. Tyres that have not been run in have reduced grip and braking efficiency.- All wheels must be fitted with radial tyres of the same type, size (rolling circumference) and the same tread. Exceptions for wheel rotation apply if wheel and tyre sizes on the front and rear axles differ.- The tread depth of new tyres may vary between tyre models and manufacturers due to different design features and tread designs.
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# WARNING
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New tyres will have to be run in as they will initially have reduced grip and braking effect.
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This can lead to loss of vehicle control, serious accidents and fatal injuries.
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- Run in new tyres. Drive with appropriate caution during the first $600~\mathrm{km}$ .
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The size specifications of new tyres may differ from brand to brand.
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# Replacing tyres
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Replacing tyres- The vehicles are equipped from the factory with original Volkswagen rolling resistance- optimised tyres. When purchasing new tyres, always ensure that they are rolling resistance optimised.- Before purchasing new rolling resistance- optimised tyres, please consult an authorised workshop with the appropriate qualifications. Volkswagen recommends an ID. UNYX Service Center.- - Replace at least the tyres on the same axle.- - The old tyres may only be replaced with tyres that are licensed by Volkswagen for the respective vehicle model.- - The valid size of the tyres used must not exceed the tyre size approved by Volkswagen.
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# On vehicles with direct tyre pressure monitoring
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When replacing the factory- fitted wheels on your vehicle, make sure that the new wheels are equipped with compatible tyre pressure sensors. In order to recognise the new wheels, it is necessary to drive for a period of time at speeds higher than approx. $25~\mathrm{km / h}$
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When replacing and retrofitting sensors, Volkswagen recommends always using a new valve assembly and seal assembly.
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# WARNING
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Wheels must have the necessary clearance. If there is no clearance, the tyres may come into frictional contact with parts of the running gear, bodywork and brake lines.
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This can lead to failure of the braking system, detachment of the tread surface, tyre bursting and thus serious accidents and fatal injuries.
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- Only use tyres whose dimensions are not larger than the dimensions of the tyre brands approved by Volkswagen and which do not rub against parts of the vehicle.
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# NOTICE
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Driving over potholes and kerb edges can deform the tyres. This can cause damage to the tyres and wheel rims.-
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Avoid strong impacts and drive around obstacles if possible.
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# NOTICE
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Dirt can damage the valves.
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Never drive without valve caps.
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# NOTICE
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When swapping to other wheels, the valves can be damaged.
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Do not drop dismounted wheels on the rim.
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Old tyres should be disposed of properly and as required by legislation.
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A new valve set and set of seals must always be used every time the sensors of the tyre pressure monitoring system are replaced or modified. Otherwise, the tyre pressure monitoring system may indicate a malfunction.
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If the spare tyre is not the same as the tyres that are mounted on the car - for example in the case of winter tyres or a temporary spare wheel - only use the spare tyre in the event of a breakdown for a short period of time and drive with extra care. Replace the temporary spare wheel with a normal wheel as soon as possible.
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Volkswagen- approved tyres are guaranteed to have the dimensions that are suitable for the vehicle. In the case of other tyres, the tyre seller must provide a certificate from the tyre manufacturer stating that the tyre is also suitable for the vehicle. Store the certificate in a safe place and keep it in the vehicle.
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