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17" alloys on GolF 2.0 TDI what psi?

jones · 2013-04-12 14:37:11

As the title says folks, Just wondering what is the recommended PSI for a Diesel 2 litre Golf with 17" alloys? ATM my wheel are all on 34psi but i'm reading conflicting numbers regarding tyres sizes etc. Any help?

12-04-2013 2:37pm

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jones

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As the title says folks,

Just wondering what is the recommended PSI for a Diesel 2 litre Golf with 17" alloys?

ATM my wheel are all on 34psi but i'm reading conflicting numbers regarding tyres sizes etc.

Any help?

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#2 12-04-2013 3:36pm

Stallingrad

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Tyre size makes no difference to pressure. PSI recommendations can usually be found in the owners manual, sticker on the door jam or inside the fuel filler cap. 34psi sounds a bit much unless the car is fully laden.

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#3 12-04-2013 3:43pm

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See i was reading that tyre sizes did matter in some instances! I'll just check the car tonight see what is says in the manual

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#4 12-04-2013 4:41pm

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Assuming they're 225/45/17 32psi is the recommended one I think.

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#5 12-04-2013 4:43pm

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Just checked folks it's 2.5 bar normal load so that's 36psi

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