VW Jetta VI SportWagen owners manual page 261

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the tire. Markings on the sides of the tires (for example “TWI” or symbols) show the position of the wear indicators. Wear indicators show when the tires are worn down. The tires must be replaced no later than when the tread pattern is worn down to the wear indicators. WARNING Worn tires are dangerous and can cause loss of vehicle control including serious personal injuries. x Never drive a vehicle when the tread on any tire is worn down to the wear indicators, replace them sooner. x Worn tires do not grip the road properly, especially on wet roads, increasing your riskof “hydroplaning” and loss of control. x Worn tires reduce the ability of your vehicle to handle well in normal and difficult driving situations and increase braking distances and the risk of skidding. Tire wear and damage ¤ Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS . Wheel rim and tire damage is often difficult to see. Unusual vibrations or pulling to one-side can be an indication of tire damage ⇒ . x If you suspect tire damage, immediately reduce speed! x Check tires and wheel rims for damage. x If a tire is damaged, do not drive any farther. Get expert assistance. x If no external damage is visible, slowly and carefully drive to the nearest authorized Vokslwagen dealer, authorized Volkswagen Service Facility, or other qualified workshop and have the vehicle checked. Objects embedded in the tire x If embedded objects have penetrated to the inside tire, do not remove them! x Get professional help immediately. Tire wear Tire wear depends on several factors, including: x Driving style. x Unbalanced wheels. x Wheel alignment. Driving style – Fast cornering, hard acceleration and braking increase tire wear. If you experience increased tire wear under normal driving conditions, have the vehicle suspension checked by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Unbalanced wheels – The wheels on a new vehicle are balanced. When driving, however, various conditions can cause a wheel to become unbalanced. Unbalanced wheels can cause wear to the 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.

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