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Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

4. Get the damaged tires replaced as soon as possible.

Wheel bolt tightening speciﬁcation

Tightening speciﬁcation for wheel bolts in steel and aluminum alloy rims:

140 Nm (103 ft-lbs).

Wheel bolts that are corroded and difﬁcult to turn must be replaced and the threads in the wheel hub must be cleaned before checking the tightening torque.

Never grease or oil the wheel bolts and the threads in the wheel hub.

Check the tightening torque using a functioning torque wrench immediately after changing a wheel.

WARNING

If the wheel bolts are not tightened enough to meet the speciﬁcation, the wheel bolts and consequently the wheel could come loose while driving. Exceeding the

tightening speciﬁcation could damage the wheel bolts and threads.

Wheel bolts that are tightened incorrectly or missing could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and lead to serious accidents and fatal injuries.

Always tighten the wheel bolts to the correct tightening torque. If you do not have a torque wrench, tighten the wheel bolts with the lug wrench and then

have the tightening torque checked as soon as possible by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen

recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Never drive with missing or loose wheel bolts.

Always use wheel bolts that are correct for the rim and the vehicle model.

Never grease or oil the wheel bolts and the threads in the wheel hub. Even when tightened to the speciﬁcation, they could become loose while driving.

Ensure the wheel bolts and threads in the wheel hubs are clean, easy to move and free of oil and grease.

Never loosen the bolts on rims with a bolted rim ring.

WARNING

Incorrect wheel bolts can loosen while driving and cause loss of vehicle control, serious accidents, and fatal injuries.

Always use wheel bolts that are correct for the rim and the vehicle model.

Never use different wheel bolts.

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) indicator light may indicate a system malfunction after a wheel is changed ⇒ Troubleshooting the Tire Pressure

Monitoring System.

Tire characteristics

Tire labeling and tire classiﬁcations

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Fig. 223 International tire labeling.

ﬁg. 223Tire labeling (example), meaning

Individual manufacturer tire designation.

Product name

The tire conforms to the legal requirements of the Department of

DOT

Transportation in the USA, which is responsible for tire safety standards.

Tire identiﬁcation number (TIN – may only be on the inner side of the tire) and

production date:

Code for the factory that produced the tire and

JHCO CHWS 2213

JHCO CHWS

2213

speciﬁcations from the tire manufacturer for the tire

size and tire characteristics.

Production date: 22nd week in the year 2013.

Information for the end consumer about comparative values for speciﬁed base tires (standardized test procedures) ⇒ Customer information:

Relative service life expectancy for the tire, based on a US-speciﬁc standard

test. A tire with the speciﬁcation 280 will wear 2.8 times more slowly than a

standard tire with a tread wear value of 100. The tire performance depends on

TREADWEAR 280

the usage conditions and may differ signiﬁcantly from the standard values

depending on the driving behavior, maintenance, different road conditions, and

climate conditions.

Wet braking capability of the tire ( AA, A, B or C). The wet braking capability is

measured under controlled conditions on certiﬁed test courses. Tires marked

TRACTION AA

with C have low traction performance. The traction value assigned to tires is

based on straight-line traction test and includes neither acceleration and

cornering, nor hydroplaning and traction under maximum load.

Temperature stability of the tire at high speeds on the test stand (A, B or C).

Tires marked with A and B exceed the legal requirements. The temperature

rating is based on the tires being inﬂated to the correct pressure and not

overinﬂated. Excess speed, incorrect tire pressure, and overinﬂation either

alone or in combination can cause heat to build up and cause tire damage.

TEMPERATURE A

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ﬁg. 223Tire labeling (example), meaning

Load index and speed rating .

88 H

Rotation and arrow

Tire running direction code .

Or: Outside

Code on the outside of the tire .

US limit for the maximum inﬂation pressure.

MAX INFLATION 350 KPA (51 psi/3.51 bar)

Code for tires that can be used in the winter (mud and snow tires) ⇒ Winter

tires. Studded tires are marked with an ꢀE after the ꢀS.

M+S or M/S or

TWI

Indicates the location of the tread wear indicator ⇒ Monitoring the tread depth.

Manufacturer.

Brand name, logo

Made in Germany

Country of manufacture.

Country-speciﬁc code for China (China Compulsory Certiﬁcation).

Country-speciﬁc code for Brazil.

023

Identiﬁcation according to international regulations with the number of the

country that issued the approval. Approved tires in accordance with ECE

regulations are marked with an E. Tires in accordance with EU regulations are

marked with an e. The multi-digit approval number follows that.

E4 e4 0200477-b

RADIAL TUBELESS

Tubeless radial tires.

Size designation:

195

Code for passenger vehicles.

Tire width from one sidewall to the other in mm.

Height and width ratio in %.

P 195 / 65 R 15 XL

Belt construction code for radial.

Rim diameter in inches.

Reinforced tires (“Extra Load”).

MAX LOAD 615 KG (1235 LBS)

SIDEWALL 1 PLY RAYON

US load capacity for the maximum load per tire.

Speciﬁcation for the components of the tire body.

1 layer rayon.

TREAD 4 PLIES

Speciﬁcation for the components of the running surface.

In the example, there are the following 4 layers under the running surface: 1

rayon layer, 2 steel belts, and 1 nylon layer.

1 RAYON + 2 STEEL + 1 NYLON

The labeling is on both sides of the tire. In some cases, certain codes may only be on one side of the tire, such as the tire ID number and the production date.

Other digits that may be present are part of the internal labeling from the tire manufacturer or country-speciﬁc labeling.

Low-proﬁle tires

Compared to other tire-rim combinations, low-proﬁle tires offer a wider tread surface and a larger rim diameter with shorter tire sidewalls. Low-proﬁle tires improve

handling performance and precision. However, they may reduce the level of comfort when driving on roads in poor condition.

Unidirectional tires

The sidewalls on unidirectional tires are marked with arrows. The speciﬁed running direction must be followed. This ensures the optimum running characteristics.

If a tire is mounted opposite from the speciﬁed running direction, drive more carefully because the tire is not being used the way it was designed to be used. The tire

must be replaced or mounted in the correct running direction as soon as possible.

Asymmetrical tires

Asymmetrical tires factor in the behavior of the inner and outer areas of the tread pattern. The sidewalls on asymmetrical tires are marked as the inner and outer

side. Maintain the correct position of the tire on the rim.

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Tire load

The tire load index indicates the maximum load of an individual tires in kilograms.

Some examples:

425 kg (936 lbs)

462 kg (1018 lbs)

487 kg (1073 lbs)

515 kg (1135 lbs)

545 kg (1201 lbs)

560 kg (1234 lbs)

615 kg (1355 lbs)

630 kg (1388 lbs)

650 kg (1433 lbs)

690 kg (1521 lbs)

730 kg (1609 lbs)

775 kg (1708 lbs)

800 kg (1763 lbs)

825 kg (1818 lbs)

850 kg (1873 lbs)

875 kg (1929 lbs)

900 kg (1984 lbs)

100

101

102

103

104

Speed rating

The speed rating indicates the maximum speed that may be driven with the tire.

max. 150 km/h (93 mph)

max. 160 km/h (99 mph)

max. 170 km/h (106 mph)

max. 180 km/h (112 mph)

max. 190 km/h (118 mph)

max. 200 km/h (125 mph)

max. 210 km/h (130 mph)

max. 240 km/h (149 mph)

max. 270 km/h (168 mph)

max. 300 km/h (186 mph)

above 240 km/h (149 mph), depending on manufacturer also ZR.

²⁾The TIN is the tire serial number.

UTQG tire classiﬁcation

Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between the tread shoulder and maximum section width.

Example:

Treadwear (number)

Traction AA, A, B or C

Temperature A, B or C

For example: Treadwear 200, Traction AA, Temperature A.

All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.

Treadwear

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The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a speciﬁed government test course.

For example, a tire graded 150 (Treadwear-value 150) would wear one-and-one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.

The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart signiﬁcantly from the norm due to variations in driving

habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.

Traction

The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled

conditions on speciﬁed government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.

Temperature

The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat, and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under

controlled conditions on a speciﬁed indoor laboratory test wheel.

Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.

The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B

and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.

WARNING

The traction class assigned to this tire is based on traction tests when braking straight ahead and does not take account of the properties when accelerating,

driving around curves, hydroplaning or at maximum traction.

WARNING

The temperature class for this tire is based on a tire being inﬂated to the correct pressure and not being overinﬂated. Excess speeds, insufﬁcient tire pressure,

and overinﬂation either alone or in combination can cause heat to build up and cause potential tire failure.

Tire load and vehicle load, determining the correct load

Vehicles and tires have a limited load capacity. An overloaded vehicle is difﬁcult to steer and brakes less effectively. Overloading your vehicle can also cause

damage to the vehicle and tires, such as tire blowouts and sudden pressure losses.

To ensure your safety and the safety of your passengers, never exceed the maximum vehicle weight. This is speciﬁed as the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

(GVWR).

The GVWR includes the weight of your vehicle including all additional equipment, a full fuel tank, all ﬂuids and its maximum load. The maximum load includes the

number of people that can travel in the vehicle (number of seats) with an average weight of 150 lbs (68 kg) per person, and also luggage. In trailer mode, the weigh

of the trailer and the trailer tongue weight rating must be included in calculations.

The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) is the maximum axle load per axle. The GVWR and GAWR are listed on the safety certiﬁcate on the B-pillar on the

driver's side.

Your vehicle has either 4 (2 front, 2 rear), 5 (2 front, 3 rear), 6 (2 front, 2 center, 2 rear) or 7 (2 front, 3 center, 2 rear) seats, depending on the type of vehicle. Each

seat has a safety belt. As there is an upper limit to the GVWR, the maximum load also has an upper limit. Traveling with a full vehicle or with passengers heavier

than 150 lbs (68 kg) per person will reduce the remaining possible load.

The tire inﬂation pressure label for your vehicle also speciﬁes the maximum weight.

Determining the correct tire load

Never overload tires. The followingexample illustrates how to determinethe combined weight of all vehicleoccupants and luggage or othervehicle payloads. Never

overload thevehicle!

Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit:

Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle's placard.

Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.

Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.

The resulting ﬁgure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there

will be ﬁve 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400–750 (5 × 150) = 650 lbs.)

Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and

luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.

If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the

available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.

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Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit:

Check the tire sidewall to determine the load index speciﬁed for thetire.

WARNING

Exceeding the maximum vehicle weight can cause you to lose control of the vehicle and cause accidents resulting in severe and/or fatal injuries.

Never exceed the maximum load or the maximum vehicle weight as per the GVWR.

Glossary of tire and load terminology

Accessory weight: The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic transmission, electro-mechanical power

steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factory-installed equipment (whether installe

or not).

Aspect ratio: The ratio of sidewall height to tire width, expressed as a percentage. A number of 50 (0.5:1 or 50%) means that the cross-sectional height is 50% of

the tread width. A shorter sidewall can improve steering response and provide better overall handling, for example, on dry pavement.

Bead: The part of a tire made of steel wires, wrapped or reinforced by ply cords, with the shape and structure to ensure proper ﬁt to the wheel rim.

Bead separation: A breakdown of the bond between components in the bead.

Carcass: The tire structure, except tread and sidewall rubber which, when inﬂated, bears the load.

Chunking: The breaking away of pieces of the tread or sidewall.

Cord: The strands of material forming the plies in the tire.

Cord separation: The parting of cords from adjacent rubber compounds.

Cracking: Any parting within the tread, sidewall, or inner liner of the tire extending to cord material.

Cold tire inﬂation pressure: The tire pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer for a tire of a speciﬁed size that has not been driven for more than a

couple of miles (kilometers) at low speeds in the 3 hour period before the tire pressure is measured or adjusted.

Curb weight: The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, air conditioner, and additional weight

of optional equipment.

Extra load tire: A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher inﬂation pressures than the corresponding standard tire.

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR): The load-carrying capacity of a single axle system, measured where the tire contacts the ground.

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): The maximum loaded weight of the vehicle.

Groove: The space between 2 adjacent tread ribs.

Load rating code: The maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given inﬂation pressure. You may not ﬁnd this information on all tires because it is not

required by law.

Maximum loaded vehicle weight: The total of:

Curb weight.

Accessory weight.

Vehicle capacity weight.

Production options weight.

Maximum (permissible) inﬂation pressure: The maximum cold inﬂation pressure to which a tire may be inﬂated. Also called “maximum inﬂation pressure.”

Normal occupant weight: Means 150 lbs (68 kilograms) times the number of occupants seated in the vehicle up to the total seating capacity of your vehicle.

Occupant distribution: The placement of passengers in a vehicle.

Outer diameter: The diameter of a new, properly inﬂated tire.

Overall width: Total width measured at the exterior sidewalls of an inﬂated tire, including the additional width of labeling, decorations, or protective bands or ribs.

Passenger car tire: A tire intended for use on passenger cars, multipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks, that have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of

10,000 pounds or less.

Ply: A layer of rubber-coated parallel cords.

Ply separation: A parting of rubber compound between adjacent plies.

Pneumatic tire: A mechanical device made of rubber, chemicals, fabric, and steel or other materials, that, when mounted on an automotive wheel, provides the

traction and contains the gas or ﬂuid that sustains the load.

Production options weight: The combined weight of installed regular production options weighing over 5 lbs (2.3 kg) more than the standard items they replace,

and not previously considered as curb weight or accessory weight. These include, for example, heavy-duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy-duty battery, and

special trim.

Radial ply tires: A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread.

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