Volkswagen Golf GTI 2016, Owner'S Manual

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that your vehicle and its tires do not have to
carry more weight than they can safely handle,
and regularly inspecting tires for damage (such
as cuts, slashes, irregular wear, and overall
condition) are the most important things that you
can do to help avoid sudden tire failure,
including tread separation and blowout.
The tires and wheels are essential parts of the
vehicle's design. The tires and wheels approved
by Volkswagen are specially matched to the
characteristics of the vehicle for good road
holding and safe handling when in good
condition and properly inflated.
Avoiding tire damage
If you must drive over a curb or other obstacle,