Operation
Tires and wheels
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Rotating wheels
Warning!
Warning!
The pressures listed for light loads are
minimum values offering high driving
comfort.
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Follow recommended inflation pressures.
Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires
can result in sudden deflation (blowout) be-
cause they are more likely to become punc-
tured or damaged by road debris, potholes
etc.
Increased inflation pressures listed for
heavier loads may also be used for light
loads. These higher pressures produce
favorable handling characteristics. The
ride of the vehicle, however, will be
somewhat harder. Never exceed the
max. values or inflate tires below the
min. values listed in the fuel filler flap.
Rotate front and rear wheels only if there are
of the same size.
The wheels can be rotated every 3000 to
6000
miles (5000 to 10000 km) or sooner
Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires
wear unevenly, adversely affect handling
and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail
from being overheated.
if necessary, according to the degree of
tire wear. The same direction of tire rota-
tion 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).
Tire pressure changes by approximately
Do not overload the tires by exceeding the
specified vehicle capacity weight (as indicat-
ed by the label on the pillar in the driver’s
door opening). Overloading the tires can
overheat them, possibly causing a blowout.
1.5
psi (0.1 bar) per 18°F (10°C) of air
temperature change. Keep this in mind
when checking tire pressure where the
temperature is different from the outside
temperature.
Thoroughly clean the inner side of the
wheels after each rotation. Check and en-
sure proper tire inflation pressure.
Check the spare tire periodically for condi-
tion and inflation. Spare tire will age and
become worn over time even if never used,
and thus should be inspected and replaced
when necessary.
Tire temperature and tire pressure are also
increased while driving, depending on the
driving speed and the tire load.
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz G-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes Benz W463, Mercedes-Benz G500, Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG |
| Model Year | 2003 |
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| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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