rims Seat Leon 2020 Owner's manual

Practical tips
Low profile tyres
L o
w profile tyres have a wider tread, a larger
wheel diameter and a lower sidewall height.
Therefore, its driving behaviour is more agile.
Low profile tyres may deteriorate more quick-
ly than standard tyres, for instance due to
strong knocks, potholes, manhole covers and
kerbs. Correct tyre pressure is very important
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To avoid damage to tyres and wheels, drive
with special care when driving on roads in
poor condition.
Visually check your wheels every 3000 km.
If the tyres or rims have received a heavy im-
pact or have been damaged, have a special-
ised workshop check whether or not it is nec-
essary to change the tyre.
Low profile tyres may deteriorate more quick-
ly than standard tyres.
Concealed damage
Damage to tyres and rims is often not readily
visible. If you notice unusual vibration or the
car pulling to one side, this may indicate
that one of the tyres is damaged. Reduce
speed immediately if there is any reason to
suspect that damage may have occurred. In-
spect the tyres for damage. If no external
damage is visible, drive slowly and carefully
to the nearest specialised workshop and
have the car inspected. Foreign objects inserted in the tyre

Practical tips
Tyres Wheel rim Chains
195/65 R15 6Jx15 ET43 Max. link 12 mm
205/55 R16 6.5Jx16 ET46
205/55 R16 7Jx16 ET43
225/45 R17 7.5Jx17 ET46
Max. link 9 mm
205/50 R17 7.5Jx17 ET46
225/40 R18 7.5Jx18 ET46
225/35 R19 8Jx19 ET49
Other dimensions do not allow chains Remove any central wheel trims before fitting
sno
w chains. WARNING
The use of unsuitable or incorrectly fitted
chains coul d l
ead to serious accidents and
damage.

Maintenance
Wheels Problem Solution
Antifreeze salt Water
Brake abrasion
dust Acid-free special cleaning
productEnd exhausts
Problem Solution
Antifreeze salt Water, if a steel cleaning prod- uct is requir
ed Covers / Trims
Problem Solution
Dirt Neutral soap solutiona)
, if a
st eel cl

eaning product is re-
quired a)
Neutral soap solution: two tablespoons maximum in
1 litr e of w

ater
Paint Problem Solution
Paint flaws Check the paint