Mounting a new wheel
WARNING
Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged or rusted.
Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts. Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately. Do not continue to drive under these circumstances! Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance.
Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tightened wheel bolts can cause the wheel to come off.
This could cause an accident. Make sure to use the correct wheel bolts.
WARNING
Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts. Other wheel bolts may come loose.
Do not tighten the wheel bolts when the vehicle is raised. Otherwise, the vehicle could fall off the jack.
- : Wheel bolts for all wheels supplied by the factory
- ; Wheel bolts for the collapsible spare wheel
Always use wheel bolts 2 to mount the collapsible spare wheel. Using other wheel bolts to mount the collapsible spare wheel could damage the brake system.
WARNING
Make sure to use the original length wheel bolts when remounting the original wheel after it has been repaired.
- Clean the wheel and wheel hub contact surfaces.
To prevent damage to the paintwork, hold the wheel securely against the wheel hub while screwing in the first wheel bolt.
- Place the emergency spare wheel on the wheel hub and push it on.
- Tighten the wheel bolts until they are finger-tight.
- Inflate the collapsible spare wheel ().
See also:
Checklist before driving off-road
► Engine oil level: check the engine oil
and
top it up if necessary.
The vehicle can only guarantee a smooth
supply of oil on steep stretches if there is a
sufficient level of engine oil ...
Safety notes
WARNING
A driver's attention to the road must always
be his/her primary focus when driving. For
your safety and the safety of others, we
recommend that you pull over to a safe
location and ...
Important safety notes
WARNING
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take
the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle, e ...