Fig. 191 Pulling cover caps off wheel bolts.
Read and follow the introductory information and safety information first⇒Introduction to the subjectThe caps are designed to protect the wheel bolts and should be installed again after the wheel change.
The anti-theft wheel bolt has a separate cap. This only fits the anti-theft wheel bolt, but not the standard wheel bolts.
Volkswagen Tiguan Service and Repair Manual > Tire Information: Tires with Emergency Running Characteristics, SST (Self-Supporting Tire)
Run-Flat Tire, General Information
Run-flat tires have a reinforced sidewall in comparison to standard tires.
This reduces the tendency for the sidewall to roll when there is a loss of
pressure and prevents the sides of the tire from being pinched. This allows the
vehicle to be driven while still ...