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result in the bolts loosening and possibly an
accident.
Retreaded tires are not tested or recom-
mended by Mercedes-Benz, since previous
damage cannot always be recognized on
retreads. The operating safety of the vehi-
cle cannot be assured when such tires are
used.
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Warning!
If you feel a sudden significant vibration or
ride disturbance, or you suspect that pos-
sible damage to your vehicle has occurred,
you should turn on the hazard warning
flashers, carefully slow down, and drive
with caution to an area which is a safe dis-
tance from the road.
Inspect the tires and the vehicle underbody
for possible damage. If the vehicle or tires
appear unsafe, have the vehicle towed to
the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center or tire dealer for repairs.
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Warning!
Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects
the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You
could lose control of the vehicle. Continued
driving with a flat tire or driving at high
speed with a flat tire will cause excessive
heat build-up and possibly a fire.
Important guidelines
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Only use sets of tires and rims of the same
type and make.
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Tires must be of the correct size for the rim.
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Break in new tires for approximately
60 miles (100 km) at moderate speeds.
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Regularly check the tires and rims for dam-
age. Dented or bent rims can cause tire
inflation pressure loss and damage to the
tire beads.
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If vehicle is heavily loaded, check tire infla-
tion pressure and correct as required.
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Do not allow your tires to wear down too
far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are
sharply reduced at tread depths of less
than
1
/
8
in (3 mm).
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When replacing individual tires, you should
mount new tires on the front wheels first
(on vehicles with same-sized wheels all
around).
Tire care and maintenance
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Warning!
Regularly check the tires for damage. Dam-
aged tires can cause tire inflation pressure
loss. As a result, you could lose control of
your vehicle.
Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If the
tire tread is worn to minimum tread depth,
or if the tires have sustained damage,
replace them.
Check the tire inflation pressure at least every
other week. For more information on check-
ing tire inflation pressure, see “Recom-
mended tire inflation pres-
sure” (Y page 215).
Tire inspection
Every time you check the tire inflation pres-
sure, you should also inspect your tires for the
following:
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excessive treadwear (
Y
page 211)
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cord or fabric showing through the tire’s
rubber
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bumps, bulges, cuts, cracks or splits in the
tread or side of the tire
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