Wheel Electronics, New Version

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NOTE:

Install the same wheel electronics for all four wheels.

CAUTION:

If tire sealant was used, then the wheel electronics on that particular wheel must be replaced.

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Torque Wrench 1410: VAG1410 and Torque Wrench 1410 Insert - Accessory Kit: VAG1410/1

Fig 1: Identifying Torque Wrench VAG 1410
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Union nut 4 Nm

-- Fold the valve -1- downward -arrow A toward B-.

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-- Slide the valve with the wheel electronics attached through the valve opening in the rim.

-- Rotate the union nut -2- three turns on the valve -1-.

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-- Tighten the union nut -2- until the bar breaks with an audible snap.

NOTE:

Press the wheel electronics -1- firmly on the rim well at the same time so that it rests securely on the rim well.

-- Tighten the union nut to 4 Nm.