Break-Down Kit, Checking

2012 Volkswagen Jetta TDI, 4D Wagon, Standard TransSECTION Break-Down Kit, Checking
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NOTE:

The break-down kit is located in the spare wheel well.

The break-down kit contains a tire inflation cylinder with tire sealant.

The break-down set is also called the "Tire Repair Set" or "Tire Mobility System TMS".

Expiration Date, CheckingΒ 

Fig 1: Identifying Check Of Expiration Date On Tire Inflation Cylinder With Tire Sealant
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-- Check the expiration date.

The expiration date is located on a sticker on the tire sealant container -arrow-.

-- Enter the expiration date in the maintenance table.

-- Replace the tire sealant once the expiration date is reached. Tire sealant may not be older than 4 years.

NOTE:

Replace the tire sealant if it was already used once.

Follow all disposal regulations.

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