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Important safety notes
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WARNING
If you install wheels and tires with incorrect
dimensions, the service brake or wheel sus-
pension components may be damaged.
There is a risk of an accident.
Always replace wheels and tires with ones
that comply with the specifications of the
original part.
When replacing wheels, pay attention to the:
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Designation
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Model
When replacing tires, pay attention to the:
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Designation
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Manufacturer
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Model
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WARNING
A flat tire will severely affect the driving
characteristics as well as the steering and
braking of the vehicle. There is a risk of an
accident.
Tires without run-flat characteristics:
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Do not drive on with a flat tire.
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Change the flat tire immediately with an
emergency spare wheel or spare wheel.
Alternatively, consult a qualified specialist
workshop.
Tires with run-flat characteristics:
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Observe the information and warning
notes on MOExtended tires (run-flat tires).
Accessories that are not approved for your
vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being
used correctly can impair the operating safety.
Before purchasing and using non-approved
accessories, visit a qualified specialist work-
shop and ask about:
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suitability
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legal stipulations
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factory recommendations
Further information regarding wheels and tires
can be found under "Wheel/tire combinations"
(Y page 292).
You can ask for information regarding permit-
ted wheel/tire combinations at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Information on tire pressure can be found:
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on the Tire and Loading Information placard
on the B-pillar on the driver's side
(Y page 279)
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in the tire pressure table in the fuel filler flap
(Y page 133)
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in the "Tire pressure" section
Operation
Information on driving
Check the tire pressure when the vehicle is
heavily laden and adjust prior to a trip.
While driving, pay attention to vibrations,
noises and unusual handling characteristics,
e.g. pulling to one side. This may indicate that
the wheels or tires are damaged. If you sus-
pect that a tire is defective, reduce your speed
immediately. Stop the vehicle as soon as pos-
sible to check the wheels and tires for dam-
age. Hidden tire damage could also be causing
the unusual handling characteristics. If you
find no signs of damage, have the tires and
wheels checked at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
When parking your vehicle, make sure that the
tires do not get deformed by the curb or other
obstacles. If they cannot be avoided, drive
over obstacles such as curbs slowly and at an
obtuse angle. Otherwise, you may damage the
wheels or tires.
Regular checking of wheels and tires
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WARNING
Damaged tires can cause tire inflation pres-
sure loss. As a result, you could lose control
of your vehicle. There is a risk of accident.
Check the tires regularly for signs of dam-
age and replace any damaged tires immedi-
ately.
Operation
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Wheels and tires
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