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Do not drive with worn tores or tires
showing cuts or bruises as they may lead
to sudden deflation.
Winter tires
To achieve best all-around car handling,
replace all 4 tires at the same time. If this
is not possible, replace tires in pairs,
either front or rear.
Tire care
Tire replacement
Winter tires should preferably be
mounted on all four wheels. They should
also conform to the same load
requirements as original equipment tires.
Inflation pressures for winter tires are
listed on the sticker behind the driver’s
seat. Do not exceed the maximum tire
inflation pressure imprinted on the side-
wall of the tire.
Winter tires do not fulfill their purpose if
the tread depth is less than 1/4” (4 mm).
For safety reasons, it is not advisable to
drive with winter tires at top speeds. Win-
ter tires do not have the same degree of
traction on dry, wet or snow-free roads
as regular tires.
For a better grip on hard snow or ice, you
can use snow tires with studs, but check
with your State Motor Vehicle Bureau for
possible restrictions. Winter tires with
studs should be run at moderate speed
when new to give the studs time to settle.
Winter tires give good traction in snow or
slush.
If you notice that tires are wearing
unevenly, consult your Authorized VW
Dealer. Uneven wear may not always be
due to improper wheel alignment. It can
be the result of individual driving habits
such as cornering at high speeds if the
tire pressure is not checked and adjusted
regularly, abnormal tire wear can also
occur.
Indicator visible - tread worn
New tires do not posses maximum trac-
tion. They tend to be slippery. Break new
tires in by driving at moderate speed for
the first 60—100 miles.
The specifications are imprinted on the
sidewall of the tires. If in doubt, check
with your Authorized VW Dealer.
For maximum safety, always buy replace-
ment tires that show the same specifi-
cations with regard to tire size, load
carrying capacity, tread pattern, etc. This
also applies to VW-recommended alter-
nate replacement tires.
2 - Keep oil and gasoline away from area.
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3 - Replace worn tires in time.
4 - Replace missing valve dust caps as
soon as possible.
1 - Frequently check tires for damage.
Remove embedded material.
