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Further information regarding wheels and tyres
Important safety notes
can be found under "Wheel/tyre combinations"
( Y page 380).
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You can ask for information regarding permitted
If wheels and tyres of the wrong size are used,
wheel/tyre combinations at a Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre.
the wheel brakes or suspension components
Information on tyre pressure can be found:
may be damaged. There is a risk of an acci-
dent.
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Always replace wheels and tyres with those
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that fulfil the specifications of the original
Modification work on the brake system and
wheels is not permitted. The use of spacers or
part.
brake dust shields is not permitted. This inva-
When replacing wheels, make sure to fit the
lidates the general operating permit for the vehi-
correct:
cle.
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be obtained at any qualified specialist work-
shop.
When replacing tyres, make sure to fit the
correct:
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Information on driving
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When the vehicle is heavily laden, check the tyre
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pressures and adjust them prior to a trip.
While driving, pay attention to vibrations, noises
A flat tyre severely impairs the driving, steer-
and unusual handling characteristics, e.g. pull-
Wheels and tyres
ing and braking characteristics of the vehicle.
ing to one side. This may indicate that the
There is a risk of accident.
wheels or tyres are damaged. If you suspect that
Tyres without run-flat characteristics:
a tyre is defective, reduce your speed immedi-
ately. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible to
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check the wheels and tyres for damage. Hidden
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tyre damage could also be causing the unusual
handling characteristics. If you find no signs of
emergency spare wheel or spare wheel, or
damage, have the tyres and wheels checked at a
consult a qualified specialist workshop.
qualified specialist workshop.
Tyres with run-flat characteristics:
When parking your vehicle, make sure not to
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squash the tyre. If it is necessary to drive over
kerbs, speed humps or similar elevations, try to
ing notices on MOExtended tyres (tyres
do so slowly and at an obtuse angle. Otherwise,
with run-flat characteristics).
the tyres, particularly the sidewalls, may be
damaged.
Accessories that are not approved for your vehi-
cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor-
rectly can impair operating safety.
Regular checking of wheels and tyres
Before purchasing and using non-approved
accessories, visit a qualified specialist work-
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shop and enquire about:
Damaged tyres can cause tyre inflation pres-
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sure loss. As a result, you could lose control of
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your vehicle. There is a risk of accident.
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