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Notes on regularly inspecting wheels and tyres
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WARNING
Risk of injury due to damaged tyres
Damaged tyres can cause tyre pressure loss.
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Check the tyres regularly for signs of damage and replace any
damaged tyres immediately.
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WARNING
Risk of aquaplaning due to insufficient tyre tread
Insufficient tyre tread will result in reduced tyre grip. There is a risk of
an accident.
On a wet road surface the risk of aquaplaning is increased, in particular
where speed is not adapted to suit the conditions.
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Check the tread depth and the condition of the tyre contact
surface across the entire width of all tyres on a regular basis.
MINIMUM TREAD DEPTH FOR
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Summer tyres: 3 mm
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M+S tyres: 4 mm
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For safety reasons, replace the tyres before the legally-prescri‐
bed limit for the minimum tread depth is reached.
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Replace the tyres immediately if the legally-prescribed limit for
the minimum tread depth is reached.
CARRY OUT THE FOLLOWING CHECKS ON ALL WHEELS REGULARLY, AT
LEAST ONCE A MONTH OR AS REQUIRED, FOR EXAMPLE, PRIOR TO A
LONG JOURNEY OR DRIVING OFF-ROAD:
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Check the tyre pressure (/page615).
G-Class - Owner's Manual
Wheels and tyres Notes on regularly inspecting wheels and tyres
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