Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: New wheels and tyres

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings 

New tyres

• Drive particularly carefully for the first 600 km with new tyres as the tyres have to be run in. Tyres that have not been run in have reduced grip   and braking effect  .

• All four wheels must be fitted with radial tyres of the same type, size (rolling circumference) and the same tread.

• The tread depth of new tyres may vary, according to the type and make of tyre and the tread pattern.

Replacing tyres

• Tyres should be replaced at least in pairs and not individually (i.e. both front tyres or both rear tyres together)  .

• Old tyres should only be replaced by tyres that have been approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle type. Ensure that the tyres used are correct in respect of size, diameter, load-carrying capacity and maximum speed.

• Never use tyres with an effective size that is larger than Volkswagen-approved tyres. Larger wheels could rub against the body or other parts of the vehicle.

Additional information for vehicles with a tyre monitoring display

On vehicles with a tyre monitoring display, the system will have to relearn every time a new wheel is fitted, regardless of whether the wheel in question is being fitted in the same or in a different position   .

Further information about the tyre monitoring system, how it functions and what you must know   .

WARNING

New tyres will have to be run in as they will initially have reduced grip and braking effect.

• Drive particularly carefully for the first 600 km in order to prevent accidents and serious injury.

WARNING

Wheels must have the necessary freedom of operation. If the wheels do not have the necessary freedom of operation, 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.

• The actual tyre size must not exceed the tyre dimensions of manufacturers approved by Volkswagen and must not rub on any vehicle body parts.

Despite identical size details, the actual size of the various tyre makes may vary from these specified dimensions, or the tyre contours may vary considerably.

Volkswagen-approved tyres are guaranteed to have the dimensions that are suitable for the vehicle. The salesperson will have to provide a certificate from the tyre manufacturer for other tyre makes to prove that the tyre is also suitable for the vehicle. This certificate must be stored in a safe place in the vehicle.

Questions & answers

New wheels and tyres — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

Do new Golf Mk7 tyres need running in?

Yes. Drive carefully for the first 600 km — new tyres have a smooth surface that reduces grip until the outer layer is worn away.

Is it normal for new Golf Mk7 tyres to feel different?

Yes. New tyres can feel slightly slippery and may handle differently from the worn set they replace. Braking distance is also longer until run in.

Do I need to reset the Golf Mk7 tyre monitor after fitting new tyres?

Yes. Adjust pressures to the correct values and then reset the tyre monitoring system through the infotainment menu.