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Tyre sizes 205/60 R 16 and

235/45 R 18 are only suitable as

winter tyres.

Vehicles with spare wheel

Wheels and tyres

Tyre condition, wheel condition

Drive over edges slowly and at right

angles if possible. Driving over sharp

edges can cause tyre and wheel

damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb

when parking.

Regularly check the wheels for

damage. Seek the assistance of a

workshop in the event of damage or

unusual wear.

Tyre designations

E.g. 215/60 R 16 95 H

215 = Tyre width, mm

60 = Cross-section ratio (tyre height

to tyre width), %

R

= Belt type: Radial

RF = Type: RunFlat

16 = Wheel diameter, inches

95 = Load index e.g. 95 is

equivalent to 690 kg

The jack with wheel wrench, the tools,

an extension bolt for securing a

damaged wheel and the towing eye

are placed in the tool box below the

spare wheel in the load compartment.

Spare wheel 3 254.

A label on the jack indicates the

vehicles for which the jack can be

used.

Winter tyres

H

= Speed code letter

Winter tyres improve driving safety at

temperatures below 7 °C and should

therefore be fitted on all wheels.

Speed code letter:

Q = up to 160 km/h

S = up to 180 km/h

T = up to 190 km/h

H = up to 210 km/h

V = up to 240 km/h

W = up to 270 km/h

In accordance with country-specific

regulations, affix the speed sticker in

the driver's field of view.

All tyre sizes are permitted as winter

tyres 3 287.

5-door Hatchback, 4-door Saloon,

Sports Tourer

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The tyre pressure data refers to cold

tyres. It applies to summer and winter

tyres.

Always inflate the spare tyre to the

pressure specified for full load.

The ECO tyre pressure serves to

achieve the smallest amount of fuel

consumption possible.

Incorrect tyre pressures will impair

safety, vehicle handling, comfort and

fuel economy and will increase tyre

wear.

Tyre pressures differ depending on

various options. For the correct tyre

pressure value, follow the procedure

below:

The driver is responsible for correct

adjustment of tyre pressure.

Tyre pressure

Check the pressure of cold tyres at

least every 14 days and before any

long journey. Do not forget the spare

wheel. This also applies to vehicles

with tyre pressure monitoring system.

9 Warning

If the pressure is too low, this can

result in considerable tyre warm-

up and internal damage, leading to

tread separation and even to tyre

blow-out at high speeds.

Unscrew the valve cap.

If the tyre pressure shall be reduced

or increased on a vehicle with tyre

pressure monitoring system, switch

off ignition. After adjusting tyre

pressure switch on ignition and select

the according setting on the page

Tyre load in the Driver Information

Centre, 3 111.

1. Identify drive axle and body style.

2. Identify the engine identifier code.

Engine data 3 273.

Tyre pressure monitoring

system

3. Identify the respective tyre.

The tyre pressure tables show all

possible tyre combinations 3 287.

For the tyres approved for your

vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of

Conformity provided with your vehicle

or other national registration

documents.

Tyre pressure 3 287.

The tyre and loading information label

on the left door frame indicates the

original equipment tyres and the

correspondent tyre pressures.

The tyre pressure monitoring system

checks the pressure of all four wheels

once a minute when vehicle speed

exceeds a certain limit.

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If w lights up, stop as soon as

possible and inflate the tyres as

recommended 3 287.

After inflating driving may be required

to update the tyre pressure values in

the Driver Information Centre. During

this time w may light up.

Caution

Tyre pressure monitoring system

warns just about low tyre pressure

condition and does not replace

regular tyre maintenance by the

driver.

If w lights up at lower temperatures

and extinguishes after some driving,

this could be an indicator for getting

low pressure. Check tyre pressure.

All wheels must be equipped with

pressure sensors and the tyres must

have the prescribed pressure.

Vehicle messages 3 120.

If the tyre pressure must be reduced

or increased, switch off ignition.

Note

System status and pressure warnings

are displayed by a message with the

corresponding tyre flashing in the

Driver Information Centre.

In countries where the tyre pressure

monitoring system is legally

required, the use of wheels without

pressure sensors will invalidate the

vehicle type approval.

Only mount wheels with pressure

sensors, otherwise the tyre pressure

will not be displayed and w

Select the Tyre pressure monitoring

page under the Info Menu in the

Driver Information Centre 3 111

illuminates continuously.

A spare wheel or temporary spare

wheel is not equipped with pressure

sensors. The tyre pressure

monitoring system is not operational

for these wheels. Control indicator w

illuminates. For the further three

wheels the system remains

A detected low tyre pressure

condition is indicated by the control

indicator w 3 108.

operational.

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The use of commercially available

liquid tyre repair kits can impair the

function of the system. Factory

approved repair kits can be used.

External high-power radio equipment

could disrupt the tyre pressure

monitoring system.

20 km/h. In this case $ can be

displayed or pressure values can

swap in the Driver Information Centre.

If problems occur during the relearn

process, a warning message is

displayed in the Driver Information

Centre.

Each time the tyres are replaced tyre

pressure monitoring system sensors

must be dismounted and serviced.

For the screwed sensor replace valve

core and sealing ring, for clipped

sensor replace complete valve stem.

Temperature dependency

Tyre pressure depends on the

temperature of the tyre. During

driving tyre temperature and pressure

increase.

The tyre pressure value displayed in

the Driver Information Centre shows

the actual tyre pressure. Therefore it

is important to check tyre pressure

with cold tyres.

Select:

■ Light for comfort pressure up to

3 people

■ Eco for Eco pressure up to

3 people

■ Max for full loading

Vehicle loading status

Adjust tyre pressure to load condition

according tyre information label or

tyre pressure chart 3 287, and select

the according setting in the Tyre

loading page under the Settings

menu in the Driver Information Centre

3 111.

Tread depth

Auto learn function

Check tread depth at regular

intervals.

After changing wheels the vehicle

must be stationary for approx.

20 minutes, before the system

recalculates. The following relearn

process takes up to 10 minutes of

driving with a minimum speed of

Tyres should be replaced for safety

reasons at a tread depth of 2-3 mm

(4 mm for winter tyres).

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For safety reasons, it is

Tyres age, even if they are not used.

We recommend tyre replacement

every 6 years.

Wheel covers

recommended that the tread depth of

the tyres on one axle should not vary

by more than 2 mm.

Wheel covers and tyres that are

factory approved for the respective

vehicle and comply with all of the

relevant wheel and tyre combination

requirements must be used.

If the wheel covers and tyres used are

not factory approved, the tyres must

not have a rim protection ridge.

Changing tyre and wheel

size

If tyres of a different size than those

fitted at the factory are used, it may be

necessary to reprogramme the

speedometer as well as the nominal

tyre pressure and make other vehicle

modifications.

Wheel covers must not impair brake

cooling.

9 Warning

After converting to a different tyre

size, have the label with tyre

pressures replaced.

Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel

covers could lead to sudden

pressure loss and thereby

accidents.

The legally permissible minimum

tread depth (1.6 mm) has been

reached when the tread has worn

down as far as one of the tread wear

indicators (TWI). Their position is

indicated by markings on the

sidewall.

If there is more wear at the front than

the rear, swap round front wheels and

rear wheels periodically. Ensure that

the direction of rotation of the wheels

remains the same.

9 Warning

Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels

may lead to accidents and will

invalidate the vehicle type

approval.

Wheel caps

Tyres of size 245/35 R20 have a

specific wheel cap. To remove the

cap from the dismantled wheel first

disengage the arms one by one. Then

press the cap in the middle area from

behind and remove it.

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To assemble first adjust the wheel

cap in order that the positioning leg

fits into the recess.

9 Warning

Damage may lead to tyre blowout.

Do not drive faster than 80 km/h.

Do not use for a lengthy period.

Steering and handling may be

Tyre chains

5-door Hatchback, 4-door Saloon,

Sports Tourer

Tyre chains are only permitted on

tyres of size 205/60 R 16,

215/60 R 16, 225/55 R 17,

225/45 R 18, 225/50 R 17 and

235/45 R 18.

affected.

If you have a flat tyre:

Apply the parking brake and engage

first gear, reverse gear or P.

Country Tourer

Tyre chains are only permitted on

tyres of size 235/45 R 18.

Temporary spare wheel

The use of tyre chains is not permitted

on the temporary spare wheel.

Tyre chains are only permitted on the

front wheels.

Always use fine mesh chains that add

no more than 10 mm to the tyre tread

and the inboard sides (including chain

lock).

Tyre repair kit

Minor damage to the tyre tread can be

repaired with the tyre repair kit.

Do not remove foreign bodies from

the tyres.

The tyre repair kit is in a compartment

under the floor cover in the load

compartment.

Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that

is at tyre's side wall cannot be

repaired with the tyre repair kit.

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1. Take the tyre repair kit from the

compartment.

2. Remove the compressor.

4. Screw the compressor air hose to

the connection on the sealant

bottle.

6. Unscrew valve cap from defective

tyre.

7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre

5. Fit the sealant bottle into the

valve.

3. Remove the electrical connection

cable and air hose from the

retainer on the compressor.

8. The switch on the compressor

stowage compartments on the

underside of the compressor.

Set the compressor near the tyre

in such a way that the sealant

bottle is upright.

must be set to J.

9. Connect the compressor plug to

the power outlet or cigarette

lighter socket.

To avoid discharging the battery,

we recommend running the

engine.

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14. Detach the tyre repair kit. Push

catch on bracket to remove

sealant bottle from bracket. Screw

tyre inflation hose to the free

connection of sealant bottle. This

prevents sealant from escaping.

Stow tyre repair kit in load

compartment.

15. Remove any excess sealant

using a cloth.

16. Take the label indicating

maximum permitted speed from

the sealant bottle and affix in the

driver's field of view.

17. Continue driving immediately so

that sealant is evenly distributed

in the tyre. After driving approx.

10 km (but no more than

If the prescribed tyre pressure is

not obtained within 10 minutes,

remove the tyre repair kit. Move

the vehicle one tyre rotation.

Reattach the tyre repair kit and

continue the filling procedure for

10 minutes. If the prescribed tyre

pressure is still not obtained, the

tyre is too badly damaged. Seek

the assistance of a workshop.

Drain excess tyre pressure with

the button over the pressure

indicator.

Do not run the compressor longer

than 10 minutes.

10. Set the rocker switch on the

compressor to I. The tyre is filled

with sealant.

11. The compressor pressure gauge

briefly indicates up to 6 bar whilst

the sealant bottle is emptying

(approx. 30 seconds). Then the

pressure starts to drop.

10 minutes), stop and check tyre

pressure. Screw compressor air

hose directly onto tyre valve and

compressor when doing this.

12. All of the sealant is pumped into

the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated.

13. The prescribed tyre pressure

should be obtained within

10 minutes. Tyre pressure

3 287. When the correct pressure

is obtained, switch off the

compressor.

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If unusual noise is heard or the

compressor becomes hot, turn

compressor off for at least 30

minutes.

The built-in safety valve opens at a

pressure of 7 bar.

Make the following preparations and

observe the following information:

■ Park the vehicle on a level, firm and

non-skid surface. The front wheels

must be in the straight-ahead

position.

Note the expiry date of the kit. After

this date its sealing capability is no

longer guaranteed. Pay attention to

storage information on sealant

bottle.

Replace the used sealant bottle.

Dispose of the bottle as prescribed

by applicable laws.

■ Apply the parking brake and

engage first gear, reverse gear or

P.

■ Remove the spare wheel 3 254.

■ Never change more than one wheel

at once.

■ Use the jack only to change wheels

in case of puncture, not for

seasonal winter or summer tyre

change.

■ If the ground on which the vehicle

is standing is soft, a solid board

(max. 1 cm thick) should be placed

under the jack.

■ Take heavy objects out of the

vehicle before jacking up.

■ No people or animals may be in the

vehicle when it is jacked-up.

If tyre pressure is more than

1.3 bar, set it to the correct value.

Repeat the procedure until there

is no more loss of pressure.

If the tyre pressure has fallen

below 1.3 bar, the vehicle must

not be used. Seek the assistance

of a workshop.

The compressor and sealant can be

used from approx. -30 °C.

The adapters supplied can be used

to pump up other items e.g.

footballs, air mattresses, inflatable

dinghies etc. They are located on the

underside of the compressor. To

remove, screw on compressor air

hose and withdraw adapter.

18. Stow away tyre repair kit in load

compartment.

Note

The driving characteristics of the

repaired tyre is severely affected,

therefore have this tyre replaced.

Wheel changing

Some vehicles are equipped with a

tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel

3 248.

■ Never crawl under a jacked-up

vehicle.

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■ Do not start the vehicle when it is

raised on the jack.

■ Clean wheel nuts and thread with a

clean cloth before mounting the

wheel.

Alloy wheels: Disengage wheel

nut caps with a screwdriver and

remove. To protect the wheel,

place a soft cloth between the

screwdriver and the alloy wheel.

9 Warning

Do not grease wheel bolt, wheel

nut and wheel nut cone.

3. Some versions may have covered

the vehicle jacking point. Pull out

the cover sideways.

2. Fold out the wheel wrench and

install ensuring that it locates

securely and loosen each wheel

nut by half a turn.

The wheels might be protected by

locking wheel nuts. To loosen

these specific nuts first attach the

key adapter onto the head of the

nut before installing the wheel

wrench. The key adapter is

1. Disengage wheel nut caps with a

screwdriver and remove. Pull off

the wheel cover with the hook.

Vehicle tools 3 242.

located in the glovebox.

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4. Ensure the jack is correctly

positioned under the relevant

vehicle jacking point.

11. Align the valve hole in the wheel

cover with the tyre valve before

installing.

Install wheel nut caps.

12. Install vehicle jacking point cover.

13. Stow the replaced wheel 3 254,

the vehicle tools 3 242 and the

key adapter 3 70.

14. Check the tyre pressure of the

installed tyre and the wheel nut

torque as soon as possible.

Have the defective tyre renewed or

repaired as soon as possible.

Attach wheel wrench and with the

jack correctly aligned rotate wheel

wrench until wheel is clear of the

ground.

5. Set the jack to the necessary

height. Position it directly below

the jacking point in a manner that

prevents it from slipping.

6. Unscrew the wheel nuts.

7. Change the wheel. Spare wheel

3 254.

8. Screw on the wheel nuts.

9. Lower vehicle.

10. Install the wheel wrench ensuring

that it locates securely and tighten

each nut in a crosswise

sequence. Tightening torque is

150 Nm.

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The spare wheel has a steel rim.

Caution

Jacking position for lifting

platform

The use of a spare wheel that is

smaller than the other wheels or in

combination with winter tyres

could affect driveability. Have the

defective tyre replaced as soon as

possible.

Front arm position of the lifting

platform at the underbody.

Rear arm position of the lifting

platform at the underbody.

Spare wheel

Some vehicles are equipped with a

tyre repair kit instead of a spare

wheel.

If mounting a spare wheel, which is

different from the other wheels, this

wheel might be classified as a

temporary spare wheel and the

corresponding speed limits apply,

even though no label indicates this.

Seek the assistance of a workshop to

check the applicable speed limit.

The spare wheel is located in the load

compartment beneath the floor

covering.

To remove:

1. Open the floor cover.

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2. The spare wheel is secured with a

wing nut. Turn wing nut

anticlockwise and remove the

spare wheel.

Under the spare wheel there is the

box with vehicle tools.

3. When, after a wheel change, no

wheel is placed in the spare wheel

well, secure the tool box by

turning right back the wing nut and

close the floor cover.

Stowing the replaced full size

■ Store the tool box and the damaged

wheel outside up in the spare wheel

well and secure it by turning the

wing nut clockwise on the bolt.

The floor cover can be placed on the

projecting wheel.

To fit the spare wheel in the well after

renewing the defective wheel use the

short thread bolt again. Exchange the

bolt in the same way.

■ Install the hexagon key of the wheel

wrench ensuring that it locates

securely on the bolt.

■ Turn the wheel wrench

anticlockwise to loosen the bolt.

Remove the bolt.

■ Take the extension bolt from the

tool box 3 242 and screw it in hand-

tight using the hexagon key of the

wheel wrench.

wheel in the spare wheel well

The spare wheel well is not designed

for all permitted tyre sizes. If a wheel

wider than the spare must be stowed

in the spare wheel well, the thread

bolt for mounting the wheel must be

replaced by an extension bolt, located

in the tool box 3 242. To replace the

bolt:

■ Remove tool box from the spare

wheel well.

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