Notes on selecting, mounting and replacing tires
- Only mount tires and wheels of the same
type and make.
- Only mount tires of the correct size onto
the wheels.
- After mounting new tires, run them in at
moderate speeds for the first 60 miles
(100 km) as they only reach their full
performance after this distance.
- Do not use tires that are excessively worn
as the tire traction on wet road surfaces
decreases significantly when the tread
depth is less than 1/8 inch (3 mm).
- Replace the tires after six years at the
latest, regardless of wear. This also applies
to the spare wheel/emergency spare
wheel.
The service life of tires depends on the
following factors amongst other things:
- driving style
- tire pressure
- mileage
See also:
Important safety notes
WARNING
On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in order to obtain braking action.
This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control. Your vehicle's
ABS will not preve ...
Important safety notes
WARNING
Hybrid vehicles: be sure to read the "HYBRID"
supplement. Otherwise, you could fail to
recognize dangers.
WARNING
If you tow the vehicle, you must use a rigid
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Service for recovering a stolen vehicle
If your vehicle has been stolen:
– Notify the police.
The police will issue a numbered incident
report.
– This number will be forwarded to the
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center togethe ...