Useful Information; Important Safety Notes; Operation - Mercedes-Benz 2013 W218 Owner's Manual

Operation

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Useful information

i This Owner's Manual describes all mod-
els, series and optional equipment for your
vehicle that were available at the time of
going to press. National variations are pos-
sible. Note that your vehicle may not be
equipped with all of the functions descri-
bed. This is also the case for systems and
functions relevant to safety.
i Read the information on qualified special-
ist workshops: (

Important safety notes

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WARNING
If wheels and tyres of the wrong size are used,
the wheel brakes or suspension components
may be damaged. There is a risk of an acci-
dent.
Always replace wheels and tyres with those
that fulfil the specifications of the original
part.
When replacing wheels, make sure to fit the
correct:
designation
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type
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When replacing tyres, make sure to fit the
correct:
designation
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manufacturer
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type
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WARNING
A flat tyre severely impairs the driving, steer-
ing and braking characteristics of the vehicle.
There is a risk of accident.
Tyres without run-flat characteristics:
do not drive with a flat tyre.
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immediately replace the flat tyre with your
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emergency spare wheel or spare wheel, or
consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Tyres with run-flat characteristics:
pay attention to the information and warn-
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ing notices on MOExtended tyres (tyres
with run-flat characteristics).
Accessories that are not approved for your
vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or that are not
being used correctly can impair the operating
safety.
Before purchasing and using non-approved
accessories, visit a qualified specialist work-
shop and enquire about:
suitability
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legal stipulations
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factory recommendations
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Information on the dimensions and types of
wheels and tyres for your vehicle can be
found under "Wheel/tyre combinations"
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( page 386).
Information on air pressure for the tyres on
your vehicle can be found:
on the tyre pressure label on the fuel filler
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flap ( Y page 176)
under "Tyre pressure" (
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Modification work on the brake system and
wheels is not permitted. The use of wheel
spacers or brake dust shields is not permit-
ted. This invalidates the general operating
permit for the vehicle.
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Further information on wheels and tyres
can be obtained at any qualified specialist
workshop.
Operation
Information on driving
Check the tyre pressures when the vehicle is
heavily laden and, if necessary, adjust.
While driving, pay attention to vibrations,
noises and unusual handling characteristics,
e.g. pulling to one side. This may indicate that
the wheels or tyres are damaged. If you sus-
pect that a tyre is defective, reduce your
speed immediately. Stop the vehicle as soon
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