Mercedes-Benz 2003 E 500 Automobile User Manual


 
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Operation
Tires and wheels
If you wish to cancel activation:
̈ Press the ç button.
If the following message appears in the
multifunction display:
Tire pressure monitoring Reactivate
or
Tire pressure monitoring Check tires!
̈ Check the tire inflation pressures and
correct them if necessary.
̈ Restart the activation of the tire infla-
tion pressure monitor.
Rotating wheels
On vehicles with the same wheel size all
around, wheels can be rotated every 3000
to 6000 miles (5000 to 10000 km), or
sooner if necessary, according to the de-
gree of tire wear. The same direction of tire
rotation must be retained.
Rotate the wheels before the characteris-
tic tire wear pattern becomes visible
(shoulder wear on front wheels and tread
center wear on rear wheels).
Thoroughly clean the inner side of the
wheels after each rotation. Check and en-
sure proper tire inflation pressure.
Warning! G
Rotate front and rear wheels only if they are
of the same size.
!
If your vehicle is equipped with a tire in-
flation pressure monitor*, electronic
components are located on the wheel.
To prevent damage or incorrect instal-
lation, have the tires changed at an au-
thorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Warning! G
Have the tightening torque checked after
changing a wheel. Wheels could become
loose if not tightened with a torque of
96 ft.lb. (130 Nm).
Use only genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel
bolts specified for your vehicle's rims.