WARNING
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The factory-supplied lifting jack is only intended for your model of vehicle.
Under no circumstances attempt to lift heavier vehicles or other loads – risk of
injury!
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Ensure that the vehicle tool kit is safely secured in the luggage compart-
ment.
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Ensure that the box is always secured with the strap.
Changing a wheel
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Preparation
229
Changing a wheel 230
Follow-up tasks
230
Loosening/tightening wheel bolts 231
Raising the vehicle
231
Securing wheels against theft
232
WARNING
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If you are in flowing traffic, switch on the hazard warning light system and
set up the warning triangle at the prescribed distance! The national legal re-
quirements must be observed.
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Park the vehicle as far away as possible from the flow of traffic. Park on as
flat and firm a surface as possible.
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If the vehicle is subsequently fitted with tyres which are different from
those it was fitted with at the works, follow these guidelines » page 222, New
tyres.
WARNING
Observe the following instructions for lifting the vehicle.
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If the wheel has to be changed on a slope, first of all block the opposite
wheel with a stone or similar object to prevent the vehicle from unexpectedly
rolling away.
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Secure the base plate of the lifting jack with suitable means to prevent pos-
sible moving. A soft and slippery ground under the base plate may move the
lifting jack, causing the vehicle to fall down. It is therefore always necessary to
place the lifting jack on a solid surface or use a wide and stable base. Use a
non-slip base (e.g. a rubber foot mat) if the surface is smooth, such as cobbled
stones, tiled floor, etc.
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Only attach the lifting jack to the attachment points provided for this pur-
pose.
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Always raise the vehicle with the doors closed.
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Never position any body parts, such as arms or legs under the vehicle, while
the vehicle is raised with a lifting jack.
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Never start the engine with the vehicle sitting on the raised jack – risk of in-
jury.
CAUTION
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The prescribed tightening torque of the wheel bolts for steel and light alloy
wheels is 120 Nm.
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If the wheel bolts are fastened too tightly, it can cause damage to the anti-theft
wheel bolt and adapter.
Note
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The anti-theft wheel bolt set and adapter can be purchased from a ŠKODA Part-
ner.
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The national legal requirements must be observed when changing a wheel.
Preparation
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 229.
Always change a wheel on a level surface as far as possible.
The following steps must be carried out before actually changing the wheel:
229
Emergency equipment, and self-help
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