Mercedes-Benz 2006 C 55 AMG Automobile User Manual


 
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Practical hints
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̈ Pierce the protective wrap with
retaining screw 3.
̈ Secure the spare wheel by turning re-
taining screw 3 clockwise.
In case of a flat tire, you may temporarily
use the spare wheel with collapsible tire
when observing the following restrictions:
ț Do not exceed a vehicle speed of
50 mph (80 km/h).
ț Drive to the nearest tire repair facility
to have the flat tire repaired or
replaced as appropriate.
ț Do not operate vehicle with more than
one spare wheel mounted.
For more information, see “Rims and Tires”
(
page 429).
!
To prevent damage, always disengage
trunk floor handle from upper edge of
trunk and lower trunk floor before
closing the trunk.
Warning! G
The dimensions of the spare wheel with
collapsible tire are different from those of
the road wheels. As a result, the vehicle han-
dling characteristics change when driving
with a spare wheel mounted.
The spare wheel with collapsible tire should
only be used temporarily, and should be re-
placed with a regular road wheel as quickly
as possible.
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