Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Tires with Emergency Running Characteristics, SST (Self-Supporting Tire)

Run-Flat Tire, Overview of a PAX Tire

PAX tires involve specially developed system that exhibits the following differences in comparison to conventional tires: Pax Tires with Supporting R ...

Run-Flat Tire, General Information

Run-flat tires have a reinforced sidewall in comparison to standard tires. This reduces the tendency for the sidewall to roll when there is a loss of pressure and pre ...

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Permitted Tread Depth - Variance
For all four wheels use only tires of the same construction type, and tread. Always use tires with the deepest tread depth on the front axle. Replacing one individual tire is always possible. The vehicl ...

Protecting
  Caution Missing protection leads to the electrical system damage.   Note All threaded connections must be tightened to the specified torque. ...

Overview - Rim
1 -  Rim Flange Stop for the side tire bead 2 -  Hump (H2) on Both Bead Seats Prevents the tire from slipping off the bead seat when driving around tight curves An extended hump (EH2) is requir ...