Volkswagen Touran Service Manual: Run-Flat Tire, Retrofitting/Conditions for use of Run-Flat Tires
Caution
| Using run-flat tires on vehicles is permitted only
if the run-flat tire is supplied with the vehicle either
as standard equipment or as an option. |
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| Because pressure loss in a run-flat tire is not always
visible, these tires should only be used on vehicles equipped
with a tire pressure monitoring system. This system warns the
driver when the tire pressure falls below a certain value. |
| The following are permitted: |
| Direct measuring systems. Refer to
→ Suspension, Wheels, Steering; Rep. Gr.44. |
| Indirect measuring systems. Refer to
→ Suspension, Wheels, Steering; Rep. Gr.44. |
| Only mount run-flat tires on disc wheels with an extended
double hump (extended hump - EH2). Refer to
→ Chapter "Identification". |
| Pay close attention to the installation instructions. Refer
to
→ Chapter "Tires, Mounting". |
| Do not install both run-flat tires and standard tires, even
if the two tires on each axle will be the same. |
| A standard tire can only be installed in exception cases for
a short time or a limited driving distance. The specific
characteristics designed for driving with a flat tire will not
be available. The driver must be informed of this. |
| Always Pay Attention to the Recommended Tire Brand. Refer to
→ Wheel and Tire Guide; Rep. Gr.44. |
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Run-Flat Tire, Repair
WARNING
| Run-flat tires must be replaced after they have gone
flat. |
| Pay close attention to the installation
instructions. Refer to
→ Chapter "Tires, Mounting". |
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The wheel must be inspected before mounting, as with
conventional wheel and tire systems. |
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Check the rim for damage after a flat tire (true running,
axial run-out, other damage) because the rim could be damaged in
an emergency by driving through a pothole. Refer to
→ Chapter "Wheel, Mounting". |
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A damaged rim should be replaced. |
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Run-flat tires have a reinforced sidewall in comparison to
standard tires. This reduces the tendency for the sidewall to
roll when there is a loss of pressure and pre ...
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Fig. 184 Location of the tyre pressure
plate
First read and observe the introductory
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