Volkswagen Touran Service Manual: Inspecting Tires
| Because tire damage can have serious consequences, the
technician and the driver should regularly check the tires, as
it is the best form of early problem recognition. |
| Pre-damaged tires cannot withstand driving situations like
high vehicle speed, long driving distance, sporty driving style
and similar situations. |
| Damage can occur from various causes: |
| Driving with low tire pressure |
| Mistakes during tire mounting |
WARNING
| As soon as a safety risk cannot be ruled out, the
tire must be replaced. |
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| Pay special attention to the following criteria when
examining the tire: |
| Surface erosion or marbling on the inner side (pressure was
too low or insufficient for the load) |
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| detached rubber or loose cords |
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| Exposed or deformed bead bundle |
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| Damage to tire bead with visible cords |
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The most common causes of failure are small external damage,
a defective valve or a leaky rim due to corrosion or damage.
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Bundle broken during tire inflation.
Modern radial car tires are mounted only on safety rims.
These have a hu ...
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First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings Volkswagen recommends that you seek
advice from a Volkswagen dealership before purchasing accessories, spare parts
or service fluids. For example, if the vehicle is to be retrofitted with
accessories or if parts have t ...
Volkswagen Touran Owners Manual. Wheel cover
Fig. 204 Removing the wheel covers
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Removing the wheel covers
Take the box spanner and wire hook from the tool kit .
Insert the wire hook into one of the holes in the wheel cover.
Push the box spanner t ...
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Tires, Damage from Low Tire Pressure
Mounting Damage