Operation
Tires and wheels
Tire code
Tire load rating
Warning!
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The tire code 3 (୴ page 346) indicates
the tire construction type. The “R” stands
for radial tire type. Letter “D” means diag-
onal or bias ply construction; letter “B”
means belted-bias ply construction.
The tire load rating 5 (୴ page 346) is a
numerical code associated with the
maximum load a tire can support.
Do not overload the tires by exceeding the
specified load limit or vehicle capacity
weight as indicated on the placard located
on the driver’s door B-pillar. Overloading the
tires can overheat them, possibly causing a
blowout. Overloading the tires can also
result in handling or steering problems, or
brake failure.
For example, a load rating of 91 corre-
sponds to a maximum load of 1356 lbs
(615 kg) the tire is designed to support.
See also “Maximum tire load”
(୴ page 351) where the maximum load as-
sociated with the load index is indicated in
kilograms and lbs.
At the tire manufacturer’s option, any tire
with a speed capability above 149 mph
(240
km/h) can include a “ZR” in the size
designation (for example: 245/40 ZR 18).
For additional information, see “Tire speed
rating” (୴ page 348).
For additional information on tire load
rating, see “Load identification”
୴ page 349).
Warning!
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Rim diameter
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The rim diameter 4 (୴ page 346) is the
diameter of the bead seat, not the
diameter of the rim edge. Rim diameter is
indicated in inches (in).
The tire load rating must always be at least
half of the GAWR (୴ page 355) of your vehi-
cle. Otherwise, tire failure may be the result
which may cause an accident and/or seri-
ous personal injury to you or others.
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Tire load rating 5 (୴ page 346) and
Tire speed rating 6 (୴ page 346) are
also referred to as “service descrip-
tion”.
Always replace rims and tires with the same
designation, manufacturer and type as
shown on the original part.
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Mercedes-Benz CLK350, Mercedes-Benz CLK500, Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG, Mercedes-Benz W209 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
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