Tires And Wheels - Volkswagen PASSAT 2013 Manual

Tires and wheels

Applicable only in the United States and Canada
Introduction
In this section you'll find information about:
Tire and wheel handling
Wheel rims
Tire inflation pressure
Tire inflation pressure in cold tires
Tread depth and tread wear indicators
Tire wear and damage
Compact spare wheel
Tire labeling
Tire efficiency label
Winter tires
Snow chains
Glossary of tire and loading terminology
Tires and vehicle load limits
Determining the correct load limit
Volkswagen recommends that all work on tires and wheels be done by an authorized Volkswagen
dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. They are familiar with the technical requirements
and recommended procedures, have the necessary special tools and spare parts, and can properly
dispose of old tires.
More information:
Transporting
Trailer towing
Braking, stopping and parking
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Exterior care and cleaning
Vehicle tool kit
Consumer information
Wheel covers
Changing a wheel