Volkswagen ID.4: Changing a wheel

Removing a wheel

Fig. 1 Wheel change: removing wheel bolts with the lug wrench.

1. Follow the checklist (→ Wheel change).

2. Loosen the wheel bolts (→ Wheel bolts).

3. Raise the vehicle (→ Vehicle jack).

4. Remove loose wheel bolts completely using the lug wrench → fig. 1 and place the bolts on a clean surface.

5. Remove the wheel.

Two-piece wheel bolts

Two-piece wheel bolts must be used. Two-piece wheel bolts have the bolt connected loosely to the head.

Do not use single piece wheel bolts. If you are not sure which wheel bolts to use for your vehicle, consult an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Installing a spare wheel or compact spare wheel

Fig. 2 Changing a tire: tire valve 1 and locations of the anti-theft wheel bolt 2 or 3.

1. Note the running direction of the tire (→ Tire labeling and tire classifications).

2. Position the wheel.

3. Install the anti-theft wheel bolt clockwise using the adapter in the correct position and lightly tighten.

On wheels with full wheel covers, the anti-theft wheel bolt must be fitted in position→ fig. 2 -2- or -3-, based on the position of the tire valve 1. Otherwise, it will not be possible to install the full wheel cover.

4. Screw in the other wheel bolts clockwise, tightening them slightly.

5. Lower the vehicle with the vehicle jack.

6. Tighten all wheel bolts securely clockwise using the lug wrench→ . Do not go in order around the wheel while doing this, but rather always switch to a wheel bolt on the opposite side.

7. Fit the caps or hubcap (→ Wheel covers) (→ Hubcap) (→ Wheel bolt caps).

After a wheel change

1. Clean the vehicle tool kit and place it back in the foam piece in the luggage compartment.

2. Stow the old wheel securely in the luggage compartment.

3. Get the tightening torque of the wheel bolts checked as soon as possible at the nearest authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service 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:

- 120 Nm (88 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 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 suitably qualified professionals. 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.
• Use only two-piece wheel bolts on vehicles with two-piece wheel bolts.

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) indicator light may indicate a system malfunction after a wheel is changed (→ Tire Pressure Monitoring System).

Introduction

The tire mobility set allows you to temporarily and reliably seal tire damage caused by foreign bodies or punctures of up to around 4 mm in diameter. Do not remove the foreign body, such as a screw, from the tire! After the sealant has filled the tire, check and adjust the tire pressure again after a drive of approximately 10 minutes.

If more than one vehicle tired is damaged, seek advice from an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. The tire mobility set is only designed to fill one tire.

Only use the tire mobility set when the vehicle is safely parked and you are confident of the necessaries skills and safety precautions! Otherwise, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.

Do not use the tire sealant:

• When the wheel rim is damaged.
• In outside temperatures of below -20 ºC (-4 ºF).
• When cuts or punctures to the tire are larger than 4 mm.
• If you have driven with a very low tire pressure or an empty tire.
• If the tire filler bottle is past its use-by date.
• If a foreign body has been removed from the tire.
• In combination with an AirStop tire. You can tell if your vehicle is equipped with AirStop tires by the lettering "Seal" on the outside of the tire.

WARNING

It can be dangerous to use the tire mobility set at the roadside.

If the vehicle and work area are not secured properly, serious accidents and fatal injuries may occur.

• Only use the tire mobility set yourself if you are familiar with the necessary steps. Instead, seek assistance from an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
• Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
• Park the vehicle a safe distance from moving traffic (→ In case of an emergency) (→ Parking).
• Make sure the vehicle is on level and solid ground.
• All passengers, especially children, must keep a safe distance and be clear of the work area.
• Switch on the emergency flashers to warn other road users and set up the warning triangle.
• When using the tire mobility set, never raise the vehicle using a jack, even if the jack is approved for the vehicle.

WARNING

A tire filled with sealant does not have the same driving characteristics as an undamaged tire.

Over-stressing a sealed tire may result in serious accidents and fatal injuries.

• Never drive faster than 80 km/h (50 mph).
• Avoid hard acceleration, hard braking, and driving fast around curves.
• Drive at a maximum of 80 km/h (50 mph) for no more than 10 minutes and then check the tire.
• Tires sealed with the tire mobility set should be replaced immediately. The tire mobility set is only intended for emergency use in order to reach the nearest authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

CAUTION

The sealing agent can be harmful if it comes into contact with your skin.

• If the sealing agent comes into contact with your skin, clean it off immediately with a cloth or other suitable item.
• Store the tire mobility set out of the reach of children.

Dispose of used or out-of-date sealant in accordance with statutory requirements.

Your authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility can provide you with a new tire inflation bottle. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Read the separate operating instructions provided by the tire mobility set manufacturer.