Valve stem leaks

[Speed Cat]

Has anyone had problems with the valve stems leaking on the MKV GTI's.

Every time i check my air pressure its always lower then when i filled it. Even if its the next day.

And yes i fill, and check it when the rubber is cold.

I have checked for nails but the tires are perfect.

What the F is going on with my fruit car.

[VWSM]

Re: Valve stem leaks

dish water soap and water and spray down the tire.1 part soap 10 parts water,inflate tire to max pressure and start spraying.

[ricosuave]

Re: Valve stem leaks

you can get a valve stem tightening tool from princess auto for $1

[edicius]

Re: Valve stem leaks

Could be the valve in a valve stem, or it could be the valve stem itself if they are cracked. With the soap/water combo there spray it on the valve stem and then move the stem around in all directions and look for bubbles.

[Khyron]

Re: Valve stem leaks

My rear pass tire was dropping about 10 a week - I just took it off and did the water and soap everywhere. My leak was coming from the seal between the rim and the tire. Deflated the tire completely, flexed it a bit around where it was bubbling, reinflated while on it's side, looks perfect now (no bubbles).

[Speed Cat]

Re: Valve stem leaks

Thanks for the help guys. I will try the soap this week.

[VAG_Tech]

Re: Valve stem leaks

I tightened up your valve stems when you were here for the alignment. Did it help?

[Speed Cat]

Re: Valve stem leaks

I tightened up your valve stems when you were here for the alignment. Did it help?

Looking good so far. If they are leaking is that a warranty issue.

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[Bullfrog]

Re: Valve stem leaks

Tire Issues Are Never Warranty

[Speed Cat]

Re: Valve stem leaks

Tire Issues Are Never Warranty

Ya thats what i thought.

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