Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Preparation for changing a wheel
This page sets up the safety context for changing a Volkswagen Golf Mk7 wheel before handing off to the detailed, strictly ordered checklist — the actions that must always come first whenever you have a flat tyre at the roadside.
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Questions & answers
Preparation for changing a wheel — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
What should I do before changing a Golf Mk7 wheel?
Park on firm, level ground away from traffic. Switch on the hazard lights, apply the parking brake, select 1st gear or P, and get all passengers out of the vehicle.
Do I need to loosen the wheel bolts before jacking the Golf Mk7?
Yes. Loosen each bolt by half a turn with the car still on the ground. This prevents the wheel spinning freely on the jack.
Where should I place the Golf Mk7 wheel chock?
On the diagonally opposite wheel: if changing the front left, chock the rear right. This prevents the car rolling while on the jack.
