Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Vibration, Causes for Vibration
| There are many causes for vibration. Vibration can also be
caused by tire wear, among other things. Tire wear caused by
driving does not always develop evenly over the entire tread.
Due to this, a slight imbalance develops which disturbs the
smoothness of the formerly accurately balanced wheel. |
| This slight imbalance cannot yet be felt in the steering
wheel, but it is present. It increases the tire wear and
consequently reduces the service life of the tire. |
| In order to guarantee over the entire service life of a tire
a |
| it is recommended that wheels/tires be balanced at least two
times within the tire's service life. |
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If a vehicle comes to the workshop with the complaint
“vibration”, a road test must be performed before balancing the
wheels.
That wa ...
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Driving with an automatic gearbox
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The gearbox changes the forward gears up
and down automatically.
Driving down hills
The steeper the gradient, the lower the gear you will need. Lower gears increase
the braking effect of the engine. Never allow the veh ...
Tire Sealant, Removing
Place the wheel on a flat surface.
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Remove the valve insert.
Caution
Tire sealant is harmful to health.
eye and skin irritation as well ...
Current Draw Test
WARNING
Batteries that have a light yellow visual indicator
do not have to be tested or charged. Jump starting must
not be used!
There is a risk of explosion during testing,
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Vibration
Vibration, Road Test, Performing Before Balancing