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steering and suspension systems. Have all wheels rebalanced. A wheel must always be rebalanced if
a new tire has been mounted.
Wheel alignment – Incorrect wheel alignment causes excessive and uneven tire wear, impairing
vehicle safety. If you notice excessive or uneven tire wear, have the wheel alignment checked by an
authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
WARNING
Unusual vibrations or pulling to one side can indicate tire damage.
Reduce speed immediately and stop when it is safe to do so.
Check tires and wheel rims for damage.
Never drive with a damaged tire or rim. Get expert assistance instead.
If no external damage is visible, slowly and carefully drive to the nearest authorized
Volkswagen dealer, authorized Volkswagen Service Facility, or other qualified workshop and
have the vehicle checked.
Compact spare wheel
Fig. 107 Compact spare wheel and tire C inside the luggage compartment under the floor covering.
Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
Removing the compact spare wheel
Close the CSC roof if it is open ⇒ CSC roof.
Open the luggage compartment lid. Lift up the luggage compartment cover ⇒ fig. 107 (1) and latch
it by slipping its hooks over the tabs
(A).
Lift the floor covering
(2) and use the hook (B) to hang it on the handle of the raised luggage
compartment cover
(1) so that you have both hands free to remove the compact spare wheel.
Completely unscrew the handwheel in the center of the compact spare
(C) counterclockwise and
remove the compact spare wheel.
Stowing the replaced wheel
Lift up the luggage compartment cover and latch it by slipping its hooks over the tabs.
Hook the floor covering on the upper edge of the luggage compartment.
If the wheel you took off the vehicle fits in the spare wheel well, position it so that the center hole of
the rim is aligned with the threaded pin in the center of the well.
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