Disc Wheels, Identification

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Several indications can be found on the disc wheels. The indications required for the clear identification of the disc wheel, can be seen in the following example:

Replacement Parts Number:

6E0 601 027 A

Size of disc wheel:

6 J x 15 6 - Rim width in inches J - Shape of rim flange 15 - Rim diameter in inches

Offset in mm:

Indication for hump on bead seat:

EH2 Extended Hump ⁽¹⁾

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Raised round hump on both bead seats. These ensure that when using a tire with emergency mode properties in airless condition, the tire does not slip from the bead seat. Wheels with EH2 are only necessary if tires with emergency mode properties are mounted. Refer to TIRES WITH EMERGENCY RUNNING CHARACTERISTICS .