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Wheels and tires

Tire pressure specifications

Vehicle features and options

In the tire inflation pressure table

This chapter describes all standard, coun-

try-specific and optional equipment offered

with the series. It also describes features

and functions that are not necessarily avail-

able in the vehicle, e.g., due to the selected

options or country versions. This also ap-

plies to safety-related functions and sys-

tems. When using these functions and sys-

tems, the applicable laws and regulations

must be observed.

The tire inflation pressure table, refer to

page 253, contains all tire inflation pres-

sure specifications for the specified tire

sizes at the ambient temperature. The tire

inflation pressure values apply to tire sizes

approved by the manufacturer of the vehicle

for the vehicle type.

To identify the correct tire inflation pres-

sure, please note the following:

–

Tire sizes of the vehicle.

Maximum speed for driving.

Tire pressure

Checking the tire pressure

General information

Tires heat up while driving. The tire pres-

sure increases with the tire temperature.

General information

The tire condition and tire pressure influ-

ence the following:

–

The service life of the tires.

Driving safety.

Tires have a natural, consistent tire pres-

sure loss.

Driving comfort.

The displays of inflation devices may under-

read by up to 0.1 bar/2 psi.

Fuel consumption.

Safety information

Checking using tire inflation pressure

specifications in the tire inflation

pressure table

Warning

A tire with too little or no tire inflation

pressure may heat up significantly and

sustain damage. This will have a negative

impact on aspects of handling, such as

steering and braking response. There is

a risk of accident. Regularly check the

tire inflation pressure, and correct it as

needed, for instance twice a month and

before a long trip.

The tire inflation pressure specifications in

the tire inflation pressure table only relate

to cold tires or tires at the same tempera-

ture as the ambient temperature.

Only check the tire inflation pressure levels

when the tires are cold, i.e.:

–

Distance travelled of max.

1.25 miles/2 km has not been ex-

ceeded.

–

If the vehicle has not moved again for at

least 2 hours after a trip.

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Do not exceed a speed of 100 mph/

160 km/h.

1. Determine the intended tire inflation

pressure levels for the mounted tires.

2. Check the tire inflation pressure in all

four tires, using a pressure gage, for ex-

ample.

Tire pressure values up to

100 mph/160 km/h

3. Correct the tire inflation pressure if the

actual tire inflation pressure deviates

from the intended tire inflation pres-

sure.

COOPER ALL4

Tire size

Pressure specifica-

tions in bar/PSI

4. Check whether all valve caps are

screwed onto the tire valves.

Specifications

in bar/PSI with

cold tires

After correcting the tire pressure

For flat tire monitor: reinitialize flat tire

monitor.

205/55 R 16 91 2.2 / 32

V A/S

2.2 / 32

For Tire Pressure Monitor: reset the Tire

Pressure Monitor.

225/45 R 17 91

V A/S

Checking the tire inflation pressure of

the emergency wheel

205/55 R 16 91

W

Also check the tire inflation pressure of

the emergency wheel in the cargo area reg-

ularly, and correct it as needed.

205/55 R 16 91

H M+S

225/45 R 17 91

H M+S

Tire pressures up to 100 mph/

160 km/h

For speeds of up to 100 mph/160 km/h

and for optimum driving comfort, note the

pressure values in the tire pressure table,

refer to page 253, and adjust as necessary.

225/45 R 17 94 2.4 / 35

Y XL

2.4 / 35

225/40 R 18 92

Y XL

225/40 R 18 92

H XL A/S

195/60 R 16 89

H M+S

195/55 R 17 92

H XL M+S

225/40 R 18 92

V XL M+S

These pressure values can also be found on

the tire pressure label on the driver's door

pillar.

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Tire size

Pressure specifica-

tions in bar/PSI

Tire size

Pressure specifications

in bar/PSI

235/35 R 19 91 2.6 / 38

Y XL

2.6 / 38

205/45 R 18

90 H XL M+S

2.7 / 39

205/45 R 18 90

H XL M+S

Emergency

wheel

Speed up to a max. of

50 mph / 80 km/h

Emergency

wheel

Speed up to a max. of

50 mph / 80 km/h

T 125/70 R 17 4.2 / 60

98 M

T 125/70 R 17

98 M

4.2 / 60

JOHN COOPER WORKS

Tire size

Pressure specifications

in bar/PSI

COOPER S, COOPER S ALL4

Tire size

Pressure specifications

in bar/PSI

Specifications

in bar/PSI with

cold tires

Specifications

in bar/PSI with

cold tires

225/40 R 18

92 H XL A/S

2.6 / 38

225/45 R 17

91 V A/S

2.4 / 35

2.6 / 38

225/40 R 18

92 Y XL

225/45 R 17

94 Y XL

235/35 R 19

91 Y XL

225/45 R 17

91 H M+S

225/40 R 18

92 V XL M+S

225/40 R 18

92 H XL A/S

2.6 / 38

205/45 R 18

90 H XL M+S

2.7 / 39

225/40 R 18

92 Y XL

Tire inflation pressures at

maximum speeds above 100 mph/

160 km/h

235/35 R 19

91 Y XL

195/55 R 17

92 H XL M+S

Warning

225/40 R 18

92 V XL M+S

In order to drive at maximum speeds in

excess of 100 mph/160 km/h, please ob-

serve and, if necessary, adjust tire pres-

sures for speeds exceeding 100 mph/

160 km/h from the relevant table on the

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following pages. Otherwise, tire damage

and accidents could occur.

Pressure specifica-

tions in bar/PSI

225/40 R 18 92 2.8 / 41

H XL A/S

2.8 / 41

For speeds over 100 mph/160 km/h and

for optimum driving comfort, note the pres-

sure values in the tire pressure table, refer

to page 255, and adjust as necessary.

195/60 R 16 89

H M+S

195/55 R 17 92

H XL M+S

Tire pressure values over 100 mph/

160 km/h

225/40 R 18 92

V XL M+S

COOPER ALL4

235/35 R 19 91

Y XL

Tire size

Pressure specifica-

tions in bar/PSI

205/45 R 18 90

H XL M+S

Specifications

in bar/PSI with

cold tires

Emergency

wheel

Speed up to a max. of

50 mph / 80 km/h

T 125/70 R 17

98 M

4.2 / 60

205/55 R 16 91 2.4 / 35

V A/S

2.4 / 35

225/45 R 17 91

V A/S

205/55 R 16 91

W

205/55 R 16 91

H M+S

225/45 R 17 91

H M+S

225/45 R 17 94

Y XL

225/40 R 18 92

Y XL

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COOPER S, COOPER S ALL4

JOHN COOPER WORKS

Tire size

Pressure specifications

in bar/PSI

Tire size

Pressure specifications

in bar/PSI

Specifications

in bar/PSI with

cold tires

Specifications

in bar/PSI

with cold tires

225/45 R 17

91 V A/S

2.8 / 41

225/40 R 18

92 H XL A/S

2.8 / 41

225/45 R 17

94 Y XL

225/40 R 18

92 Y XL

225/45 R 17

91 H M+S

235/35 R 19

91 Y XL

225/40 R 18

92 H XL A/S

225/40 R 18

92 V XL M+S

3.2 / 46

3.0 / 44

3.2 / 46

3.0 / 44

225/40 R 18

92 Y XL

205/45 R 18

90 H XL M+S

235/35 R 19

91 Y XL

195/55 R 17

92 H XL M+S

Tire marking

225/40 R 18

92 V XL M+S

3.2 / 46

3.0 / 44

3.2 / 46

3.0 / 44

Tire size

205/45 R 17 84 V

205/45 R 18

90 H XL M+S

205: nominal width in mm

45: cross-sectional relationship in %

R: radial tire code

Emergency

wheel

Speed up to a max. of

50 mph / 80 km/h

17: rim diameter in inches

84: load bearing capacity

V: speed code letter

T 125/70 R 17 4.2 / 60

98 M

ZR tires: reinforced radial tire for speeds

exceeding 150 mph/240 km/h

Maximum tire load

Maximum tire load is the maximum permis-

sible weight for which the tire is approved.

Locate the maximum tire load on the tire

sidewall and the Gross Axle Weight Rating

– GAWR – on the certification label on the

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driver’s door pillar. Divide the tire load by

1.1. It must be greater than one-half of

the vehicle’s Gross Axle Weight Rating –

GAWR. Note, front vs. rear GAWR and tire

loads, respectively.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Quality grades can be found where appli-

cable on the tire sidewall between tread

shoulder and maximum section width.

E.g.: Treadwear 200; Traction AA; Tempera-

ture A

Speed letter

DOT Quality Grades

Treadwear

Designation Maximum speed

Q

R

S

up to 100 mph/160 km/h

up to 106 mph/170 km/h

up to 112 mph/180 km/h

up to 118 mph/190 km/h

up to 131 mph/210 km/h

up to 150 mph/240 km/h

up to 167 mph/270 km/h

up to 186 mph/300 km/h

Traction AA A B C

Temperature A B C

All passenger vehicle tires must conform to

Federal Safety Requirements in addition to

these grades.

T

H

V

W

Y

Treadwear

The treadwear grade is a comparative rat-

ing based on the wear rate of the tire

when tested under controlled conditions on

a specified government test course. E.g., a

tire graded 150 would wear one and one-

half, 1 g, times as well on the government

course as a tire graded 100. The relative

performance of tires depends upon the ac-

tual conditions of their use, however, and

may depart significantly from the norm due

to variations in driving habits, service prac-

tices and differences in road characteristics

and climate.

Tire Identification Number

DOT code: DOT xxxx xxx 0123

xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand

xxx: tire size and tire design

0123: tire age

Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines

of the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Tire age

Traction

The traction grades, from highest to lowest,

are AA, A, B, and C.

Recommendation

Regardless of the tire tread depth, replace

tires at least every 6 years.

Those grades represent the tire's ability to

stop on wet pavement as measured under

controlled conditions on specified govern-

ment test surfaces of asphalt and concrete.

A tire marked C may have poor traction per-

formance.

Manufacture date

You can find the manufacture date of the

tire on the tire sidewall.

The traction grade assigned to this tire is

based on straight-ahead braking traction

tests, and does not include acceleration,

Designation

Manufacture date

DOT … 0123

1st week of 2023

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cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction

characteristics.

Tire tread

Summer tires

Temperature

Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less

than 0.12 in/3 mm, otherwise there is an

increased risk of aquaplaning.

The temperature grades are A, the highest,

B, and C, representing the tire's resistance

to the generation of heat and its ability

to dissipate heat when tested under control-

led conditions on a specified indoor labo-

ratory test wheel. Sustained high tempera-

ture can cause the material of the tire to

degenerate and reduce tire life, and exces-

sive temperature can lead to sudden tire

failure. The grade C corresponds to a level

of performance which all passenger car tires

must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle

Safety Standard No. 109. Grades Band A

represent higher levels of performance on

the laboratory test wheel than the minimum

required by law.

Winter tires

Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less

than 0.16 in/4 mm, as such tires are less

suitable for winter driving conditions.

All-season tires

Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less

than 0.16 in/4 mm, as such tires are less

suitable for winter driving conditions.

Minimum tread depth

Warning

The temperature grade for this tire is es-

tablished for a tire that is properly inflated

and not overloaded. Excessive speed, un-

derinflation, or excessive loading, either

separately or in combination, can cause

heat buildup and possible tire failure.

Distributed over the tire circumference are

the tire manufacturer’s wear indicators with

a height of at least 0.06 in/1.6 mm, which

serve as an indicator of tire tread wear.

Runflat tires

Runflat tires, refer to page 261, are labeled

with a circular icon containing the letters

RSC marked on the tire sidewall.

The positions of the wear indicators are

marked on the tire sidewall with TWI, Tread

Wear Indicator.

M+S

Winter and all-season tires with better cold

weather performance than summer tires.

Irrespective of the wear indicators, observe

the statutory regulations on the minimum

tread depth.

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or another qualified service center or re-

pair shop. Have vehicle towed or trans-

ported as needed. Do not repair damaged

tires, but have them replaced.

Tire damage

General information

Check your tires regularly for damage, for-

eign bodies lodged in the tread, and tread

wear.

Warning

Driving over rough or damaged road surfa-

ces, as well as debris, curbs and other obsta-

cles can cause serious damage to wheels,

tires and suspension parts. This is more

likely to occur with low-profile tires, which

provide less cushioning between the wheel

and the road. Be careful to avoid road haz-

ards and reduce your speed, especially if the

vehicle is equipped with low-profile tires.

Tires can become damaged by driving over

obstacles, e.g., curbs or road damage, at

high speed. Larger wheels have a smaller

tire cross-section. The smaller the tire

cross-section, the higher the risk of tire

damage. There may be a risk of accidents

and risk of damage to property. If possible,

avoid driving over objects or road condi-

tions that may damage tires, or drive over

them slowly and carefully.

Indications of tire damage or other vehicle

malfunctions:

–

Unusual vibrations.

Unusual tire or running noises.

Exchanging wheels and tires

Unusual handling such as a strong ten-

dency to pull to the left or right.

Mounting and wheel balancing

–

Uneven wear pattern, e.g., increased

wear in the area of the tire shoulder.

Have wheels and tires mounted and bal-

anced by an authorized service center or

another qualified service center or repair

shop.

Damage can be caused by the following sit-

uations, for instance:

–

Driving over curbs.

Road damage.

Approved wheels and tires

General information

Only certain wheel/tire combinations are

suitable depending on vehicle and equip-

ment. The vehicle manufacturer determines

wheel/tire combinations on the basis of the

following criteria:

Tire pressure too low.

Vehicle overloading.

Incorrect tire storage.

Safety information

Warning

–

Tire size, e.g., tire width, aspect ratio.

Wheel size, e.g., rim diameter, offset.

Damaged tires can lose tire inflation pres-

sure, which can lead to loss of vehicle

control. There is a risk of accident. If

tire damage is suspected while driving,

immediately reduce speed and stop. Have

wheels and tires checked. To do so, drive

carefully to an authorized service center

Ask an authorized service center or another

qualified service center or repair shop about

wheels and tires that are suitable for the

vehicle as well as special equipment.

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wheels and tires, the vehicle manufacturer

Safety information

Warning

recommends using star-marked tires again.

The vehicle manufacturer recommends that

you use tires of the same make and tread

design.

Wheels and tires that are not suitable for

the vehicle can damage parts of the vehi-

cle. There is a risk of accident. The vehicle

manufacturer recommends that you use

only wheels and tires that have been ap-

proved as suitable for the vehicle type.

New tires

Tire traction is not optimal due to manufac-

turing circumstances when tires are brand

new.

Drive conservatively for the first

200 miles/300 km.

Warning

Unsuitable wheel/tire combinations will

impair vehicle handling and a number of

system functions, such as the Antilock

Braking System or Dynamic Stability Con-

trol. There is a risk of accident. The ve-

hicle manufacturer recommends that you

use only wheels and tires that have been

approved as suitable for the vehicle type.

Following tire damage, have the original

wheel/tire combination remounted on the

vehicle as soon as possible.

Retreaded tires

Warning

Retreated tires can have different tire cas-

ing structures. With advanced age the

service life can be limited. There is a risk

of accident. The manufacturer of the ve-

hicle does not recommend the use of re-

treaded tires.

Winter tires

Recommended tire brands

Winter tires are recommended for operat-

ing on winter roads.

Tire types are developed for each vehicle

and optimized specifically for the individual

requirements of that vehicle, e.g.:

Winter tires can be identified by the icon

with mountain and snowflake, as well as the

M+S marking on the tire sidewall.

–

Handling.

Comfort.

All-season tires with the M+S designation,

but without icon with mountain and snow-

flake, have better winter characteristics

Noise characteristics.

Specially developed tires are marked with

a star on the tire sidewall. After replacing

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than summer tires but generally do not ach-

ieve the performance of winter tires.

Always protect tires against all contact with

oil, grease, and solvents.

Do not leave tires in plastic bags.

Remove dirt from wheels or tires.

Maximum speed of winter tires

If the maximum speed of the vehicle is

higher than the permissible speed for the

winter tires, then attach a sign showing the

permissible maximum speed in the field of

vision. The info label is available from an

authorized service center or another quali-

fied service center or repair shop.

Runflat tires

Principle

Runflat tires permit continued driving un-

der limited conditions even in the event of a

complete tire pressure loss.

With winter tires mounted, observe and do

not exceed the permissible maximum speed.

General information

Changing runflat tires

The wheels are composed of tires that are

self-supporting to a limited degree.

When changing from runflat tires to stand-

ard tires, it must be ensured that the vehicle

contains an emergency wheel or tire mobi-

lity kit. For more information, contact an

authorized service center or another quali-

fied service center or repair shop.

The reinforcement of the sidewall allows

the tire to remain drivable to a limited de-

gree in the event of a tire pressure loss.

Follow the instructions for continued driv-

ing with a flat tire.

Wheel change between axles

Different abrasion patterns can occur on the

front and rear axles depending on individual

driving conditions. The tires can be rotated

in pairs between the axles to achieve even

abrasion. For more information, contact an

authorized service center or another quali-

fied service center or repair shop. After

changing, check the tire pressure and cor-

rect, if needed.

Safety information

Warning

The vehicle handles differently when a

runflat tire has insufficient or no tire pres-

sure; for instance, reduced directional sta-

bility when braking, braking distances are

longer and the self-steering properties will

change. There is a risk of accident. Drive

moderately and do not exceed a speed of

50 mph/80 km/h.

Storing tires

Tire pressure

Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation

pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.

Storage

Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry and

dark place.

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Identification

General information

–

The filled in tire sealant closes the dam-

age from the inside when it hardens.

–

Follow the instructions on using the tire

repair set found on the compressor and

sealant bottle.

–

The use of a tire repair set can be in-

effective if the tire puncture measures

above approx. 0.16 in/4 mm.

Do not remove foreign objects that have

penetrated the tire. Remove foreign ob-

jects only when they are visibly protrud-

ing from the tire.

Runflat tires are labeled with a circular icon

containing the letters RSC marked on the

tire sidewall.

–

The compressor can be used to check

the tire inflation pressure.

Repairing a flat tire

Overview

Storage

Depending on the equipment, storage for

the tire repair set is provided as follows:

Safety precautions

–

Park the vehicle as far away as possible

from passing traffic and on solid ground.

–

Turn on the hazard warning system.

–

In the cargo area under the cargo floor

panel.

Secure the vehicle against rolling away

by setting the parking brake.

In the cargo area on the left or right

side.

–

Turn the steering wheel until the front

wheels are in the straight-ahead posi-

tion and engage the steering wheel lock.

In the cargo area behind a side trim

panel.

Have all vehicle occupants get out of the

vehicle and ensure that they remain out-

side the hazardous area in a safe place,

such as behind a guardrail.

Sealant bottle and filler hose

–

If necessary, set up a warning triangle

at an appropriate distance.

Tire repair set

Principle

With the tire repair set, minor tire damage

can be sealed temporarily to enable contin-

ued driving.

1

2

3

Sealant bottle

Sealant bottle outlet

Filler hose

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pressor and attach it in the visible area

in the vehicle interior.

4

5

Sealant bottle connection

Wheel valve connection

–

Remove the warning label from the tire

sealant bottle and attach it to the rim.

Compressor

Preparing the tire repair set

1. Insert the sealant bottle into the mount

on the housing of the compressor.

1

2

3

4

5

6

Compressor

Tire pressure display

Pressure reducing valve button

Sealant bottle mount

Connector for socket

On/off switch

2. Turn the sealant bottle clockwise by 90°

to the stop.

Safety precautions

–

Park the vehicle as far away as possible

from passing traffic and on solid ground.

–

Turn on the hazard warning system.

Set the parking brake.

Turn the steering wheel until the front

wheels are in the straight-ahead posi-

tion and engage the steering wheel lock.

3. Connect the filler hose to the outlet of

the sealant bottle and turn clockwise by

90° to the stop.

–

As soon as permitted by the traffic flow,

have all vehicle occupants get out and

make sure that they remain outside the

hazardous area such as behind a guard-

rail.

–

If necessary, set up the hazard triangle

or hazard warning lights at an appropri-

ate distance.

Remove the warning label for the max-

imum permissible speed from the com-

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Let the compressor run for max. 10 mi-

nutes to fill in the tire sealant and reach

a tire pressure of 2.5 bar/36 psi.

4. Unscrew the valve cap from the wheel

and screw the connecting piece of the

filler hose onto the valve.

While the tire is being filled with tire

sealant, the tire pressure can briefly

reach approx. 6 bar/87 psi. Do not turn

off the compressor in this phase.

5. With the compressor switched off, in-

sert the connector into the power socket

in the vehicle interior.

Filling the tire with sealing

compound

2. Switch off the compressor.

Checking the tire pressure

Read the tire pressure on the tire pressure

display of the compressor. The tire pressure

must be at least 2.5 bar/36 psi.

Safety information

DANGER

If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventila-

tion is insufficient, harmful exhaust gases

can penetrate the vehicle. The exhaust

gases contain pollutants which are color-

less and odorless. In enclosed areas, ex-

haust gases can also accumulate outside of

the vehicle. There is a danger to life. Keep

the exhaust pipe free and ensure sufficient

ventilation.

Tire pressure too high

If the tire pressure is too high, reduce the

tire pressure with the pressure reducing

valve on the compressor.

Minimum tire inflation pressure is not

reached

Do not continue driving unless a minimum

tire pressure of 2.5 bar/36 psi is reached.

Contact an authorized service center or

another qualified service center or repair

shop.

NOTICE

The compressor can overheat during ex-

tended operation. There is a risk of dam-

age to property. Do not run the compres-

sor for more than 10 minutes.

Minimum tire inflation pressure is

reached

1. Pull the connector out of the socket in

the vehicle interior.

Filling the tire with sealing compound

1. With standby state or drive-ready state

switched on, switch on the compressor.

2. Disconnect the hose from the sealant

bottle and the valve on the wheel.

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3. Unscrew the valve cap.

4. Insert the connector into the socket in

the vehicle interior.

4. Stow the tire repair set in the cargo

area.

5. Read the tire pressure on the tire pres-

sure display of the compressor.

5. Immediately drive 5 miles/10 km to

ensure that the tire sealant is evenly

distributed in the tire.

Do not continue driving unless a mini-

mum tire pressure of 1.3 bar/19 psi is

displayed. Contact an authorized service

center or another qualified service cen-

ter or repair shop.

Do not exceed the permissible maximum

speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.

If possible, do not drive at speeds less

than 12 mph/20 km/h.

6. Correct the tire pressure to

2.5 bar/36 psi.

Tire sealant may spray from the dam-

aged area during the initial wheel rota-

tions.

–

Increase tire pressure: with standby

or drive-ready state turned on, turn

on the compressor and let it run for a

maximum of 10 minutes.

Adjusting the tire pressure

1. Stop at a suitable location.

–

Reduce tire pressure: press the pres-

sure reducing valve button on the

compressor.

2. Connect the hose directly to the com-

pressor and turn clockwise by 90° until

it audibly engages.

Remove and stow the tire repair set

1. Switch off the compressor.

2. Pull the connector out of the socket in

the vehicle interior.

3. Disconnect the hose from the compres-

sor and the valve on the wheel.

4. Unscrew the valve cap.

5. Stow the tire repair set in the cargo

area.

3. Unscrew the valve cap from the wheel

and screw the connecting piece of the

hose onto the valve.

Continuing the trip

Do not exceed the permissible maximum

speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.

Do not exceed a maximum distance travel-

led of 125 miles/200 km.

Re-initialize the flat tire monitor or reset

the Tire Pressure Monitor.

Replace the faulty tire and the sealant bottle

of the tire repair set promptly.

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System limits

If the tire cannot be made drivable, con-

tact an authorized service center or another

qualified service center or repair shop.

Warning

Insufficiently tight snow chains may dam-

age tires and vehicle components. There

may be a risk of accidents or risk of dam-

age to property. Make sure that the snow

chains are always sufficiently tight. Re-

tighten as needed according to the snow

chain manufacturer's instructions.

With the Tire Pressure Monitor: using seal-

ant can damage the wheel electronics. In

this case, have the electronics checked and

replaced at the next opportunity.

Snow chains

Fine-link snow chains

The manufacturer of the vehicle recom-

mends the use of fine-link snow chains.

Certain types of fine-link snow chains have

been tested by the manufacturer of the ve-

hicle and recommended as road-safe and

suitable.

General information

The manufacturer of the vehicle has deter-

mined certain wheels and tires to be suita-

ble for operation on the vehicle.

Follow the snow chain manufacturer's in-

structions.

For information on suitable snow chains,

contact an authorized service center or

another qualified service center or repair

shop.

Do not initialize the flat tire monitor after

mounting snow chains, as doing so may re-

sult in incorrect readings.

Do not reset the Tire Pressure Monitor after

mounting snow chains, as doing so may re-

sult in incorrect readings.

Use

Use only in pairs on the front wheels, equip-

ped with the tires of the following size:

When driving with snow chains, briefly ac-

tivate Dynamic Traction Control, if needed.

–

195/60 R 16.

195/55 R 17.

205/45 R 18.

Safety information

John Cooper Works:

205/45 R 18.

Warning

Mounting snow chains on unsuitable tires

can cause the snow chains to come into

contact with vehicle parts. There may be

a risk of accidents or risk of damage to

property. Only mount snow chains on tires

that are designated by their manufacturer

as suitable for the use of snow chains.

Maximum speed with snow chains

Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h

when using snow chains.

Changing wheels/tires

General information

When using runflat tires or a flat tire kit, a

wheel does not always need to be changed

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there is a tire pressure loss due to a flat tire.

Warning

If necessary, a suitable wheel change tool,

e.g., a jack, is available as an accessory from

an authorized service center or another

qualified service center or repair shop.

The jack may slip on soft, uneven, or

slippery ground, e.g., snow, ice, tiles, etc.

There is a risk of injury. If possible,

change the wheel on a flat, solid, slip-re-

sistant surface.

Safety information

Warning

DANGER

The jack is optimized for lifting the vehi-

cle and for the jacking points on the vehi-

cle only. There is a risk of injury. Do not

lift any other vehicle or cargo using the

jack.

The jack is only provided for short-term

lifting of the vehicle for wheel changes.

Even if all safety precautions are observed,

there is a risk of the raised vehicle falling

if the jack tips over. There is a risk of

injury or danger to life. If the vehicle is

raised with the jack, do not lie under the

vehicle and do not start the engine.

Warning

When the jack is not inserted into the

jacking point provided for this purpose,

the vehicle may be damaged or the jack

may slip when it is being cranked up.

There is a risk of injury or risk of damage

to property. When cranking up the jack,

ensure that it is inserted in the jacking

point next to the wheel well.

Warning

Supports such as wooden blocks under

the jack reduce the load-carrying capacity

of the jack to bear weight. The load-car-

rying capacity of the wooden blocks may

be exceeded and the vehicle may tip over.

There is a risk of injury or danger to life.

Do not place supports under the jack.

Warning

A vehicle that is raised on a jack may fall

off of the jack if lateral forces are exerted

on it. There is a risk of injury and risk of

damage to property. While the vehicle is

raised, do not exert lateral effort on the ve-

hicle or pull abruptly on the vehicle. Have

a stuck wheel removed by an authorized

service center or another qualified service

center or repair shop.

Warning

The jack, issued by the vehicle manufac-

turer, is provided in order to perform a

wheel change in the event of a breakdown.

The jack is not designed for frequent

use, e.g., changing from summer to winter

tires. Using the jack frequently may cause

it to become jammed or damaged. There

is a risk of injury and risk of damage to

property. Only use the jack to change an

emergency or spare wheel in the event of

a breakdown.

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NOTICE

Wheels and tires

able objects, for instance rocks, under the

wheels of both the front and rear axles

against the rolling direction.

Using an impact wrench to loosen or

tighten the wheel lock bolt can damage

the wheel lock bolt. There is a risk of dam-

age to property. Only use a lug wrench to

loosen and tighten the wheel lock bolt.

Preparing the vehicle

–

Park the vehicle on solid and non-slip

ground at a safe distance from road traf-

fic.

–

Turn on the hazard warning system.

Set the parking brake.

Securing the vehicle against rolling

away

Engage a gear or move the selector lever

to position P.

General information

The vehicle manufacturer recommends to

additionally secure the vehicle against roll-

ing away when changing a wheel.

–

As soon as permitted by the traffic flow,

have all vehicle occupants get out of the

vehicle and ensure that they remain out-

side the hazardous area in a safe place,

such as behind a guardrail.

On a level surface

–

Depending on the vehicle equipment,

get wheel change tools and, if necessary,

the emergency wheel from the vehicle.

If necessary, set up a warning triangle

or portable hazard warning light at an

appropriate distance.

–

Secure the vehicle additionally against

rolling away.

Loosen the lug bolts a half turn.

Place wheel chocks or other suitable objects

in front and behind the wheel that is diago-

nal to the wheel to be changed.

Jacking points

On a slight downhill gradient

The jacking points for the vehicle jack are

located at the marked positions.

If you need to change a wheel on a slight

downhill grade, place chocks and other suit-

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3. Extend the jack by turning the jack

crank handle or lever clockwise.

Jacking up the vehicle

Warning

Hands and fingers can be jammed when

using the jack. There is a risk of injury.

Comply with the described hand position

and do not change this position while us-

ing the jack.

1. Hold the vehicle jack with one hand, ar-

row 1, and grasp the jack crank handle

or lever with your other hand, arrow 2.

4. Take your hand away from the jack as

soon as the jack is under load and con-

tinue turning the jack crank handle or

lever with one hand.

5. Make sure that the car jack foot extends

vertically and is at a right angle beneath

the jacking point.

2. Insert the jack into the rectangular re-

cess of the jacking point closest to the

wheel to be changed.

6. Make sure that the car jack foot is ver-

tical and at a right angle beneath the

jacking point after extending the vehicle

jack.

7. Crank the vehicle up until the vehi-

cle jack has the entire surface on the

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ground and the relevant wheel is maxi-

mum 1.2 inches/3 cm above ground.

ter or repair shop, then have the dam-

aged tire renewed.

Mounting a wheel

Mount one emergency wheel only, as re-

quired.

Emergency wheel

Principle

1. Unscrew the lug bolts.

2. Remove the wheel.

In the event of a flat tire, the emergency

wheel can be used in place of the wheel

with the faulty tire. The emergency wheel

is only intended for temporary use until the

faulty tire/wheel has been replaced.

3. Put the new wheel or emergency wheel

on and screw in at least two lug bolts in

a crosswise pattern until hand-tight.

If non-original light-alloy wheels of the

vehicle manufacturer are mounted, the

accompanying lug bolts may have to be

used as well.

General information

Mount one emergency wheel only.

Also check the tire inflation pressure of

the emergency wheel in the cargo area reg-

ularly, and correct it as needed.

4. Hand-tighten the remaining lug bolts

and tighten all lug bolts well in a cross-

wise pattern.

5. Turn the jack crank handle counter-

clockwise to retract the jack and lower

the vehicle.

Safety information

Warning

6. Remove the jack and stow it securely.

The emergency wheel has particular di-

mensions. When driving with an emer-

gency wheel, changed driving properties

may occur, for instance reduced direc-

tional stability when braking, longer brak-

ing distance, and changed self-steering

properties in the limit range. There is a

risk of accident. Drive moderately and do

not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.

After the wheel change

1. Tighten the lug bolts cross-

wise. The tightening torque is

101 lbs ft/140 Nm.

2. Stow the faulty wheel in the cargo area,

if necessary.

The faulty wheel cannot be stored under

the cargo area floor because of its size.

3. Check tire inflation pressure at the next

opportunity and correct as needed.

4. Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.

Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor again.

5. Check to make sure the lug bolts are

tight with a calibrated torque wrench.

6. Drive to the nearest authorized service

center or another qualified service cen-

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Overview

The emergency wheel and the wheel change

tools are located in the cargo area under the

cargo area floor.

Removing the emergency wheel

1. Pull up and remove the cargo area floor.

2. Unscrew the wing screw.

3. Remove the retaining plate or the cover.

4. Where applicable, remove the holder

and the trailer hitch.

5. Remove the jacking point and the tool

holder on the left next to the emergency

wheel.

6. Slide the emergency wheel to the left

and remove it.

Inserting the emergency wheel

1. Insert the emergency wheel on the left

and slide it to the right.

2. Where applicable, mount the holder and

the trailer hitch.

3. Attach the retaining plate or the cover.

4. Screw on and tighten the wing screw.

5. Insert and secure the jacking point and

the tool holder on the left next to the

emergency wheel.

6. Insert the cargo area floor.

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