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171_AKB; 3; 60, en-US 2009-05-11T16:00:23+02:00 - Seite 198 d2ureepe, Version: 2.11.8.1 198 Tires and wheels inflation pressure loss and damage to the the tires have sustained damage, replace tire beads. them. R When replacing rims, only use genuineIf the vehicle is heavily loaded, check tire Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for theinflation pressure and correct as required. particular rim type. Failure to do so can result R Do not allow your tires to wear down too in the bolts loosening and possibly an far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are accident. sharply reduced at tread depths of less Retreaded tires are not tested or 1 than / in (3 mm). 8 recommended by Mercedes-Benz, since R When replacing individual tires, you should previous damage cannot always be mount new tires on the front wheels first recognized on retreads. The operating safety (on vehicles with same-sized wheels all of the vehicle cannot be assured when such around). tires are used. GWarning! Operation If you feel a sudden significant vibration orRecommended tire inflation pressure ride disturbance, or you suspect that possible GWarning! damage to your vehicle has occurred, you Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. should turn on the hazard warning flashers, carefully slow down, and drive with caution toDo not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires an area which is a safe distance from the road.wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are Inspect the tires and the vehicle underbody more likely to fail from being overheated. for possible damage. If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe, have the vehicle towed to theDo not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center oradversely affect handling and ride comfort, tire dealer for repairs. wear unevenly, increase stopping distance, and result in sudden deflation (blowout) GWarning! because they are more likely to become Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affectspunctured or damaged by road debris, the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. Youpotholes etc. could lose control of the vehicle. Continued Do not overload the tires by exceeding the driving with a flat tire or driving at high speed specified load limit as indicated on the Tire with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build- and Loading Information placard on the up and possibly a fire. driver’s door B-pillar. Overloading the tires can overheat them, possibly causing a blowout. Overloading the tires can also result Important guidelines in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. R Only use sets of tires and rims of the same type and make. Your vehicle is equipped with the Tire and Loading Information placard located on the R Tires must be of the correct size for the rim. driver’s door B-pillar (Y page 205). R Break in new tires for approximately The tire inflation pressure should be checked 60 miles (100 km) at moderate speeds. regularly. Only adjust the tire inflation R Regularly check the tires and rims for pressure on cold tires. The tires can be damage. Dented or bent rims can cause tire considered cold if the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours or driven less than

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