Volkswagen Tiguan 5N Wheel Rim Alloy Silver 17" 7J ET:43 5N0601025M

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Volkswagen Tiguan 5N Wheel Rim Alloy Silver 17" 7J ET:43 is an original component from the Wheels group, designed specifically for the technical requirements of Volkswagen models. The silver finish of the rim highlights the body lines, while the aluminum construction provides a favorable balance between strength and weight, which promotes stable handling and predictable vehicle behavior on the road.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5N0601025M-1
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5N0601025M
• Substitutable numbers: 5N0601025M, 5N0 601 025 M
• Color: Silver
• Rim diameter: 17"
• Rim width: 7
• Offset (ET): 43
• Hole diameter: 112
• Number of holes: 5
• Rim material: Aluminium
• Category: Rims

Purpose and compatibility with Volkswagen

The rim has been developed as a component compliant with Volkswagen's factory standards, ensuring it maintains the correct mounting and geometric parameters for the vehicle's axle. The rim's design is adapted to the chassis, which helps maintain proper suspension geometry, correct steering system operation, and predictable vehicle reactions during braking and acceleration.

The properly selected diameter, width, and offset of the rim help maintain the correct track width and ground clearance, which is important for both safety and driving comfort. The aluminum material of the rim allows for a reduction in unsprung mass, which translates into better suspension response to road irregularities and more precise handling.

Construction, material, and mounting parameters

The rim is made of aluminum, which provides good resistance to operational loads while maintaining a reasonable weight. The silver color of the rim is visually versatile, blending well with both light and dark body paints, while also making it easier to spot potential mechanical damage or signs of wear.

The bolt pattern, diameter of the mounting holes, and the number of attachment points are adapted to the typical hubs used in Volkswagen models, allowing for trouble-free installation using standard bolts or nuts provided by the vehicle manufacturer. The applied mounting parameters promote an even distribution of forces on the hub and bearings, which is important for the durability of the entire chassis system.

Benefits of using an aluminum rim

Using an aluminum rim instead of a steel one allows for improved vehicle handling characteristics due to the reduction of unsprung mass and more precise wheel balancing. The aluminum construction also promotes better heat dissipation from the braking system, which is important during intensive use, frequent braking, or driving with a load.

The silver finish of the rim affects the aesthetics of the entire vehicle, giving it a more organized and visually cohesive character. The properly selected technical parameters of the rim help maintain driving stability, correct operation of assistance systems (such as ABS or ESP), and even tire wear, which can reduce operating costs in the long run.

Condition, application, and practical tips

The rim comes from the used parts segment, which allows for an economical restoration of the original wheel configuration on the car without the need to purchase new components. This type of solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a single damaged rim or restoring a complete set of wheels to a near-factory condition.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard inspection of the working surfaces, bolt seats, and the contact surface with the hub, as well as to perform professional balancing after mounting the tire. This allows you to fully utilize the potential of the aluminum rim, reduce vibrations transmitted to the steering system, and ensure a comfortable, predictable ride.

Configuration expansion and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel and tire area in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as additional rims, seasonal sets, or replacement wheel configurations, check out the available parts in the Volkswagen Wheels category.

For those who want to better understand the process of selecting and refreshing rims, we recommend a practical guide on our blog: Used rims like new: a guide to buying and refurbishing aluminum rims. For owners of cars from the 1998–2012 model years interested in a broader vehicle modernization based on secondary market components, the following article may also be useful: The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 model years, which describes scenarios for refreshing Volkswagen models using used parts.