wheel bolt torque VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 2020 Owner´s Manual

come loose, leading to a loss of control of
the v
ehicle, causing accidents and serious
injuries.
x Never drive if wheel bolts are missing or
loose.
x Always use wheel bolts that match the
wheel rims and the vehicle type.
x Always tighten the wheel bolts with the
correct tightening torque. If you do not
have a torque wrench, tighten the wheel
bolts with the wheel bolt wrench and
have the torque checked without delay
by the nearest qualified workshop. Handling wheels and tyres
Please refer to at the start of the chap-
ter on page 328. Fig. 182
Illustration: diagram f
or rotating
wheels when all wheels have the same tyre and
rim sizes.
The wheels and tyres approved by Volkswa-
gen have been carefully selected.
Rotating wheels when all wheels have the
same tyre and rim sizes
If all wheels have the same tyre and rim sizes,
it is recommended to regularly rotate the
wheels in accordance with the diagram

WARNING
Wheels must have the necessary clearance.
If the wheels do not ha ve the necessary
clearance, the tyre could rub on parts of
the running gear, the vehicle body and the
brake lines. This can lead to a fault in the
brake system and to tread separation and
thus to a tyre bursting.
x The actual tyre size must not exceed the
tyre dimensions of manufacturers ap-
proved by Volkswagen and must not rub
on any vehicle body parts. NOTICE
Avoid heavy impacts and drive round obsta-
cles whene
ver possible. Tyres can be de-
formed in particular by potholes and kerb
edges. This can cause damage to the tyres
and wheel rims. NOTICE
Do not damage the valves when fitting dif-
f
erent tyres. Never drive without valve caps.
This could cause damage to the valves. Old tyres should be disposed of prop-
erly and as required by legislation.
If the spare tyre is not the same as the
tyres that are mounted on the car - f

or
example in the case of winter tyres or a tem-
porary spare wheel - only use the spare tyre
in the event of a breakdown for a short peri-
od of time and drive with extra care. Refit the
normal road wheel as soon as possible.
Volkswagen-approved tyres are guar-
anteed to have the dimensions that are
suitable for the vehicle. In the case of other
tyres, the tyre seller must provide a certifi-
cate from the tyre manufacturer stating that
the tyre is also suitable for the vehicle. This
certificate must be stored in a safe place in
the vehicle. Wheel rims and wheel bolts
Please refer to at the start of the chap-
ter on page 328.
Wheel rims, tyres and wheel bolts are match-
ed to the v

ehicle type. If different wheel rims
are fitted, the correct wheel bolts with the
correct length and correctly shaped bolt
heads must be used. This ensures that the
brakes work properly and that the vehicle
drives quietly and safely.
For technical reasons, it is not generally pos-
sible to use the wheel rims from other vehi-
cles. This can also apply to wheel rims of the
same vehicle type.
The tightening torque of the wheel bolts
must be checked regularly with a properly
functioning torque wrench.

Changing a wheel
Introduction to the topic
You should carry out a wheel change yourself
only when the v
ehicle is parked safely, you
are familiar with the safety procedures and
have access to the correct equipment. Some
models are delivered from the factory with-
out a jack or box spanner. If this is the case,
wheels should be changed by a qualified
workshop.
The jack supplied with the vehicle is only de-
signed for changing a wheel when one vehi-
cle tyre is damaged and has to be replaced. If
both tyres on one side of the vehicle, both
tyres on one axle, or all tyres are damaged,
seek expert assistance. WARNING
Changing a wheel can be dangerous, espe-
cially when carried out at the side of a road.
Please note the f

ollowing steps in order to
reduce the risk of serious injuries:
x Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and
when safe to do so. Park the vehicle at
a safe distance from moving traffic in
order to carry out the wheel change.
x All passengers and children in particular
must be at a safe distance and away
from the area of work during the wheel
change.
x Switch on the hazard warning lights to
warn other road users.
x Check that the surface the vehicle is
parked on is level and firm. If necessary,
use a large, strong board or similar sup-
port for the jack.
x Only change the wheel yourself when
you feel confident with carrying out the
procedure. If not, seek expert assistance.
x Always use suitable and undamaged
tools to change the wheel.
x Always switch off the electric drive via
the ignition and move the selector lever to the P position to reduce the risk of
unintended v

ehicle movement.
x Switch on the electronic parking brake.
x The wheel bolt tightening torque should
be checked with a correctly functioning
torque wrench immediately after chang-
ing a wheel.
x In the case of vehicles with a Tyre Pres-
sure Loss Indicator, the system must be
re-synchronised immediately after
a wheel change

Tightening torque for wheel bolts
Specified tightening torque f
or wheel bolts
for steel or alloy wheel rims:

Brake system
191
Electronic parking brake 178
Overview 15
Warning lamps Position selection 142
Seat belts 37
Steering column lock 143
Warning messages when leaving the vehi-
cle 138
Warning signs High-voltage battery 274
Warning triangle 68
Warranty General 366
High-voltage battery 366
Paint and body 366
Washer fluid Checking 314
Refilling 314
Washing the vehicle Sensors 184
We Connect Start 200
Interference 203
Legal requirements 202
We Upgrade 206
Weight 387, 391, 392
What to do after an accident Checklist 67
What to do in the event of a fire Checklist 68
Wheel bolts 343, 344
Caps 342
Tightening torque 345
Wheel change Changing a wheel 347
Wheel lock see Anti-theft wheel bolts 344
Wheel rims 331
Bolted rim rings 331
Bolted trim elements 331
Identification 331
Wheels and tyres 328
All-year tyres 339
Asymmetrical tyres 338
Avoiding damage 329
Changing a wheel 343
Embedded foreign bodies 334
Handling wheels and tyres 329
Identification 336
Low-profile tyres 338
New tyres 330Old tyres
329
Replacing tyres 330
Rotating wheels 329
Running in 330
Snow chains 340
Speed index 338
Storing tyres 330
Technical data 336
Tread depth 334
Tread wear indicators 334
Tyre damage 334
Tyre lettering 336
Tyre load 338
Tyre pressure 332
Tyre type 336
Tyre wear 334
Tyres with directional tread pat- tern 338
Wheel rims 331
Winter tyres 339
Wi-Fi 208
Client 210
Hotspot 208
NFC 209
QR-Code 209
Quick connection 209
Settings 210
Wi-Fi hotspot 207
Windows 89
Buttons 89
Childproof lock 81
Cleaning and care 359
Closing 89
Convenience closing 90
Convenience opening 90
Defrosting (air conditioning sys- tem) 121
Malfunction 89
Opening 89
Roll-back function 91
Windscreen Repairing (note) 363
Repairing stone chips (note) 363
Replacing (note) 363
Windscreen heating 125
Windscreen heating see Air conditioning system 121
Windshield see Windscreen 125, 363
Winter conditions Snow chains 340
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