Fig. 2 On the driver door: tyre pressure sticker
(alternatively on the inside of the fuel flap).
The sticker provides the correct tyre pressure for approved tyres and is located either on the driver door pillar
→ Fig. 2 or inside the tank flap.
The appearance of the sticker may differ between vehicles. It may include additional tyre sizes.
The wrong tyre pressure will have a negative effect on the vehicle's response and leads to high levels of wear or even
a burst tyre → . The correct tyre pressure is particularly important athigh speeds.
Checking the tyre pressure
—Check the tyre pressure at least once a month.
—Always check the tyre pressure when the tyres are cold. The specified tyre pressure applies tocold tyres. Tyre
pressure is always higher in warm tyres than it is in cold tyres. For this reason, never reduce the pressure in warm
tyres to adjust the tyre pressure.
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—Always adjust the tyre pressure to the load level→ Fig. 1
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—After adjusting the tyre pressures, always screw the caps onto the valves and observe the information on the tyre
monitoring system.
—Always use the tyre pressure specified on the sticker. Never exceed the maximum tyre pressure which is given on
the sidewall of the tyre
WARNING
Incorrect tyre pressure may cause the tyre to suddenly lose pressure or burst while the vehicle is in motion. This can
cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.
● If the tyre pressure is too low, it is possible for the tyre temperature to become hot enough to cause the tread to
peel off and the tyre to burst while the vehicle is in motion.
● Driving too fast and overloading the vehicle can cause overheating, sudden tyre damage including tyre bursts and
detachment of the tread surface, which may result in you losing control of the vehicle.
● If the tyre pressure is too low, the tyres will wear prematurely and the car will not handle well.
● Check tyre pressures regularly, at least once a month, and before every long journey.
● All tyres must have the correct tyre pressure to suit the vehicle load.
● Never reduce excess pressure when the tyres are warm.
NOTICE
● When attaching the tyre pressure gauge, ensure that you do not position it at an angle to the valve stem. This can
damage the tyre valve.
● Always make sure the valve caps are completely screwed on while driving.
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