Tire (wheel) care (VW Golf 2)

Tires are an important component of a car that is very often subject to improper use. Tires not only affect the comfort of driving, but also perform functions related to ensuring the safety of people. This chapter provides important information regarding the correct use of tires and wheels, their care and replacement.

• Inspect your tires for wear and damage no more than every 3,000 km.
• Damage to wheels or tires is not always easy to detect. If you believe that a tire or wheel on your vehicle is damaged, it is best to replace it as soon as possible. Internal damage to the tire can also cause the wheel to stop working. For advice and assistance, contact your Volkswagen dealer.
• Before dismantling, be sure to mark them. Due to the need to maintain the previous direction of rotation, the reverse installation of tires must be carried out on the same side of the car.
• Store dismounted tires in a cool, dry and preferably dark place. Tires not mounted on wheels (sbunici) should be stored in an upright position.

Warning: Tires wear out over time. Tires that are over 6 years old should only be used in emergency situations (in case of breakdowns on the way) with extreme caution.

Avoid damaging tires, rims, and wheels. If you must drive over a curb or other obstacle, drive slowly, keeping the wheels at right angles if possible. Inspect your tires frequently for signs of uneven wear or damage.

Remove any foreign objects stuck in the tires.

Be sure to replace worn or damaged tires.

Replace the leaking nipple dirt caps.

Do not store oil, fuel, brake fluid, etc. near tires.

Maintain proper tire pressure.