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
WARNING
During road tests using a vehicle diagnostic and
information system, there is the hazard of extreme to
lethal injuries!
If vehicle diagnostic and information system is
deposited in the action area of an airbag during a road
test, here is the hazard of extreme to lethal injuri
Removing
- Move the front seat all the way to the rear and then into
its lowest position.
- Remove the center console. Refer to
→ Chapter "Center Console, Removing and Installing".
- Pull the trim panel -1- toward
the rear from the center console support in the direction of-