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Read and follow the introductory information and safety information first⇒ Introduction to the
subject
The design of the wheel bolts is matched to the factory-installed wheels. If different wheels are in‐
stalled, 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 rims or 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.
The wheel bolt tightening torque must be checked regularly with an accurate torque wrench.
Two-piece wheel bolts
The correct wheel bolts must be used for all vehicle types. these bolts must always be tightened with
the correct tightening torque ⇒Tightening torque . The designated wheel bolts for your vehicle are
two-piece wheel bolts with a rotating shoulder.
Tightening torque
Wheel bolts must always be installed with the correct tightening torque ⇒Changing a wheel . The re‐
quired tightening torque for your vehicle's wheel bolts is 88 ft-lbs (120 Nm). After changing a wheel,
the bolt torque must be checked as soon as possible with an accurate torque wrench. See an autho‐
rized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Wheel rims with bolted rim rings
Wheel rims with bolted rim rings have several parts. The parts are bolted together with special screws
in a special process. This helps to ensure that they will work properly, prevent leaks, run true and
safely. Damaged wheel rims must be replaced, and you must never take them apart or try to repair
them yourself. Have an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility
repair them for you ⇒ .
Wheel rims with bolted decorative covers
Light-alloy wheels may have interchangeable decorative covers attached to the rim with self-locking
screws. If you want to replace damaged wheel covers, contact your authorized Volkswagen dealer or
an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility ⇒ .
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