Volkswagen Golf GTI 2016, Owner'S Manual

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factory-installed wheels. If different wheels are
installed, wheel bolts with the right length and
bolt head shape must be used. This helps to
ensure that wheels can be mounted securely
and that the brakes will work correctly
→ Changing a wheel .
In most cases, you cannot use wheel bolts from
a different vehicle. Even wheel rims from the
same model may not fit properly.
Tires and wheel rims approved by Volkswagen
have been matched precisely to your vehicle
model and contribute considerably to good
handling and safe vehicle performance.
Tightening torque