Volkswagen Polo tyre pressure
Charlotte Phillips, 1 year ago
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WhoCanFixMyCar explores what tyre pressure is needed for your Volkswagen Polo model
It’s really important that your car’s tyres are inflated to the correct air pressure at all times. By keeping your tyres at the right pressure, you can help to prolong their lifespan, as well as keeping you safer on the road.
Contents
VW Polo tyre pressure by year of manufacture
What to do if your tyre pressure warning light comes on
How to check your car tyre pressure
Why is my tyre pressure warning light still on after filling tyres?
What is the correct tyre pressure for a VW Polo?
The 2022 Volkswagen Polo has 185/65/R15 H 88 size tyres, and requires a front tyre pressure of 41 PSI (2.8 BAR) and a rear tyre pressure of 38 PSI (2.6 BAR). Below you can find the correct tyre size and tyre pressure required for your Volkswagen Polo by year of manufacture.
| ManufactureYear | Front Tyre Size | Front Pressure | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Pressure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005-2009 | 165/70/R14 T 81 | 30 PSI / 2.1 BAR | 165/70/R14 T 81 | 28 PSI / 1.9 BAR |
| 2010-2011 | 175/70/R14 T 84 | 28 PSI / 1.9 BAR | 175/70/R14 T 84 | 28 PSI / 1.9 BAR |
| 2012-2014 | 185/60/R15 T 84 | 28 PSI / 1.9 BAR | 185/60/R15 T 84 | 28 PSI / 1.9 BAR |
| 2015 | 215/45/R16 H 86 | 28 PSI / 1.9 BAR | 215/45/R16 H 86 | 28 PSI / 1.9 BAR |
| 2016-2017 | 185/60/R15 T 84 | 28 PSI / 1.9 BAR | 185/60/R15 T 84 | 28 PSI / 1.9 BAR |
| 2018-2021 | 185/65/R15 H 88 | 41 PSI / 2.8 BAR | 185/65/R15 H 88 | 38 PSI / 2.6 BAR |
Volkswagen Polo tyre pressure chart
What to do if your Volkswagen Polo tyre pressure warning light comes on
A low pressure warning light (as pictured below) indicates simply that your tyre pressure is low and it needs to be either reinflated, or your tyres may need to be replaced all together. Different car models can respond to the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System inside your car in different ways, so your tyre pressure warning light can be triggered for various reasons.
How to check your car tyre pressure
On newer Volkswagen Polo models, the pressure level for each tyre will appear on your dashboard when your tyre pressure is too low. For older models, you will need to manually check your tyre pressure by hand every now and then to make sure they are at the correct level:
Step 1
Remove the valve cap from the tyre valve and insert the pressure gauge on to the valve stem
Step 2
Firmly press the gauge on to the valve stem
Step 3
Check the reading on the pressure gauge to determine if you need to top your tyres up. You can find the recommended tyre pressure for your VW Polo by year of manufacture in our table above.
Why is my VW Polo tyre pressure warning light still on after filling my tyres?
If the low pressure warning light in your car stays lit even after filling your tyres with air, it could be an indication that the light needs to be reset.
This is often the case if you have recently replaced one of your tyres, where the position of your wheels has been altered. You may be able to fix this problem by driving around for a few minutes to allow your tyres to reset themselves.
If you’ve tried this and think that you may need to reset your tyre pressure light, you can follow the steps below.
How to reset your tyre pressure light on VW Polo
The process for resetting the tyre pressure warning light will differ depending on the exact year and model of your Volkswagen Polo.
VW Polo models with a built-in infotainment system:
Press the car menu on the system
Select ‘setup’, then ‘tyres’
Go into ‘Tyre Pressure Monitoring System’, then press the set button
Your tyre pressure light should now be reset
VW Polo models without a built-in infotainment system:
Open the glove box and locate a small lit up button inside which should have the same tyre pressure warning symbol and the words ‘SET’
Press and hold the button until it beeps
Release the button
Your tyre pressure light should now be reset
Why is my VW Polo tyre pressure warning light still on after resetting it?
If you’ve tried resetting your tyre pressure light with no luck, it could be that there is an air leak in your tyre likely caused by a puncture, and you should take your car to a garage or mobile mechanic as soon as you can.
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