Mercedes-Benz 2008 ML 350 Automobile User Manual


 
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Practical hints
Where will I find ...?
The Minispare wheel is located underneath
the cargo compartment floor
(
page 448).
Removing Minispare wheel
1 Retaining screw
2 Storage well casing
3 Minispare wheel
For access the Minispare wheel, see “Vehi-
cle tool kit” (
page 448).
̈ Loosen retaining screw 1 by turning it
counterclockwise.
̈ Remove storage well casing 2.
̈ Remove Minispare wheel 3.
Collapsible tire (ML 63 AMG only)
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For information on how to mount the
Minispare wheel, see “Mounting the spare
wheel” (
page 479).
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Remove Minispare wheel to gain access to
remaining tools in the vehicle tool kit
(
page 448).
Warning! G
The dimensions of the collapsible tire are
different from those of the road wheels. As
a result, the vehicle handling characteristics
change when driving with a collapsible tire
mounted. Adapt your driving style accord-
ingly.
The collapsible tire is for temporary use
only. When driving with a collapsible tire
mounted, ensure proper tire inflation
pressure and do not exceed a vehicle speed
of 50 mph (80 km/h).
Drive to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Light
Truck Center as soon as possible to have the
collapsible tire replaced with a regular road
wheel.
Never operate the vehicle with more than
one collapsible tire mounted.
Do not switch off the ESP
®
when a
collapsible tire is mounted.