How do you take a VW tire off?

How do you take a VW tire off?

How to Change a Tire on Your Volkswagen Passat

1. Step 1: Know Where Your Jack, Spare Tire and Tool Set Are Located.
2. Step 2: Make Sure Your Car is in a Safe Place.
3. Step 3: Loosen Lug Nuts and Remove Hub Caps.
4. Step 4: Use the Jack to Lift Your Volkswagen.
5. Step 5: Put the Spare Tire On Your Volkswagen.

Where is the wheel lock key VW Jetta?

Normally you will find it in the glove compartment in a white envelope marked as such. IF you bought it used the previous owner probably left it in the glove box, too. Or possibly in the trunk with the spares tool kit.

Where is VW locking wheel nut code?

The security key number can be found on the security card, that was supplied with your original VW locking wheel bolts. Please put a note on your order telling us which number you require. If you do not have the key number, don’t worry, we can help.

How do you remove a wheel lock?

Method 1 of 2: Remove your wheel locks with a wheel lock key

1. Materials Needed.
2. Step 1: Make sure your vehicle is in park.
3. Step 2: Align the key with the nut.
4. Step 3: Place your lug nut wrench on the wheel lock key.
5. Step 4: Turn the lug nut wrench counterclockwise.
6. Step 5: Turn the wheel lock off by hand.
7. Materials Needed.

Is there a beam axle in the back of a VW Jetta?

There is still a beam axle in the rear of pre-2006 FWD cars. For 2006, the A5 platform went to a multi-link rear suspension design that resembles the Ford Focus down to the blade-shaped upper control arms. Also, the front suspension knuckles resemble the Ford Focus design.

Where is the tire jack on a Jetta?

Position the jack under the jacking point on the vertical rib indicated by the arrow on the lower rocker panel. The jacking points are just behind the front wheels and just forward of the rear wheels. Lift the Jetta up and support it on the jack stand. Finish removing the wheel bolts and remove the wheel.

What is the eccentric bolt on a VW Jetta?

The A5 platform has adjustment built into the rear suspension. An eccentric bolt on the upper control arm’s inboard mount controls the camber. The lower lateral link’s inboard bushing includes an eccentric to adjust the toe.

What’s the difference between VW Golf and Jetta?

About the only change was from a rear strut suspension to a separate coil spring and shock absorber in the rear. Used for all models of the Golf, Jetta, New Beetle and the Audi TT, this suspension is simple, durable and easy to repair. There is still a beam axle in the rear of pre-2006 FWD cars.