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 ...
Other materials:
Volkswagen Touran Owners Manual. Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Vehicle identification data
→ Engine data
→ Dimensions
→ Performance figures
The vehicle data sticker in the service schedule or the vehicle
registr ...
Volkswagen Touran Owners Manual. Starting the engine
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Step
The actions should be carried out in the given order only.
1.
Press the brake pedal. Keep it held down until stage 5 has been completed.
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Tires, Damage from Low Tire Pressure
Mounting Damage