Mercedes-Benz 2008 CLK350 Automobile User Manual


 
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Operation
Tires and wheels
Overinflated tires
Overinflated tires can:
ț adversely affect handling
characteristics
ț cause uneven tire wear
ț be more prone to damage from road
hazards
ț adversely affect ride comfort
ț increase stopping distance
MOExtended system*
The MOExtended system allows you to
continue driving your vehicle even if there
is a total loss of pressure in one or more
tires.
You may only use the MOExtended system
in conjunction with the Run Flat Indicator
(
page 342).
For information on driving in the event of
pressure loss in one or more tires (emer-
gency mode), see the “Practical hints” sec-
tion (
page 463).
Tire labeling
Besides tire name (sales designation) and
manufacturer name, a number of markings
can be found on a tire.
Following are some explanations for the
markings on your vehicle’s tires:
Warning! G
Follow recommended tire inflation
pressures.
Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires
can adversely affect handling and ride
comfort, wear unevenly, increase stopping
distance, and result in sudden deflation
(blowout) because they are more likely to
become punctured or damaged by road
debris, potholes etc.