Only install tires with the same manufacturer, construction
type and tread on all wheels.
Always replace rubber valve when replacing steel wheel or
rim.
Install tires with DOT identification facing
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm -VAG1332-
Wheel Lock Set -T10101-
Wheel Lock Set -T10101A-
Wheel Lock Set -T40004-
Wheel Lock Set -T40073-
Wax Spray -
Caution
Refer to
→ Chapter "Safety Precautions, Run-Flat Tires".
- Release air from tires, unscrew the valve insert to do so.
Note
Be careful not to scratch off the glu
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Trim Removal Wedge -3409-
Removing
- Unclip the inner driver side cover -1-
from the instrument panel cover using the -3409- in direction of
-arrows-.
- Remove the driver side instrument panel side cover. Refer to
→ Chapter "Instrum
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Trim Removal Wedge -3409-
Removing
- Lower the door window.
- Remove the door trim panel. Refer to
→ Chapter "Rear Door Trim Panel, Removing and Installing".
- If installed, remove the screws -1-
and remove the mounting eye -2