Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Wheels and tyres
The full owner-maintenance chapter for wheels and tyres on the Volkswagen Golf Mk7: an introduction, handling wheels and tyres, rims, new tyres, tyre pressure, tread depth and wear indicators, tyre damage, the spare wheel, tyre lettering, winter tyres and snow chains.
- Introduction
- Handling wheels and tyres
- Rims
- New wheels and tyres
- Tyre pressure
- Tread depth and wear indicators
- Tyre damage
- Spare wheel or temporary spare wheel
- Tyre lettering
- Winter tyres
- Snow chains
Questions & answers
Wheels and tyres — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
What does the Golf Mk7 wheels and tyres chapter cover?
Handling and swapping wheels, rims, new tyres, tyre pressure, tread depth and wear indicators, tyre damage, the spare wheel, tyre lettering, winter tyres and snow chains.
Does the Golf Mk7 come with a spare wheel?
Some models have a full-size or temporary spare; others come with a tyre repair kit (sealant and compressor) instead. Check the luggage compartment floor.
How do I read the Golf Mk7 tyre size from the sidewall?
The tyre lettering chapter explains markings like 205/55 R16 91V — width, aspect ratio, construction, rim diameter, load index and speed rating.
