Operation - Mercedes-Benz G-Class Operator's Manual

Important safety notes
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WARNING
If wheels and tires 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 tires with those
that fulfill the specifications of the original
part.
When replacing wheels, make sure to use the
correct:
designation
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model
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When replacing tires, make sure to use the
correct:
designation
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manufacturer
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model
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Warning
A flat tire severely impairs the driving, steer-
ing and braking characteristics of the vehicle.
There is a risk of an accident.
do not drive with a flat tire. Immediately
replace the flat tire with your spare wheel, or
consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Accessories that are not approved for your vehi-
cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor-
rectly can impair the operating safety.
Before purchasing and using non-approved
accessories, visit a qualified specialist work-
shop and ask about:
suitability
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legal stipulations
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factory recommendations
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Further information regarding wheels and tires
can be found under "Wheel/tire combinations"
( page 273).
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You can ask for information regarding permitted
wheel/tire combinations at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Information on tire pressure can be found:
on the Tire and Loading Information placard
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on the B-pillar on the driver's side
( page 260)
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in the tire pressure table in the fuel filler flap
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( page 119)
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under "Tire pressure" (
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Information on driving
Check the tire pressure when the vehicle is
heavily laden and adjust prior to a trip.
While driving, pay attention to vibrations, noises
and unusual handling characteristics, e.g. pull-
ing to one side. This may indicate that the
wheels or tires are damaged. If you suspect that
a tire is defective, reduce your speed immedi-
ately. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible to
check the wheels and tires for damage. Hidden
tire damage could also be causing the unusual
handling characteristics. If you find no signs of
damage, have the tires and wheels checked at a
qualified specialist workshop.
When parking your vehicle, make sure that the
tires do not get deformed by the curb or other
obstacles. If they cannot be avoided, drive over
obstacles such as curbs slowly and at an obtuse
angle. You could otherwise damage the wheel
rims and tires.
Regular checking of wheels and tires
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WARNING
Damaged tires can cause tire inflation pres-
sure loss. As a result, you could lose control of
your vehicle. There is a risk of accident.
Check the tires regularly for signs of damage
and replace any damaged tires immediately.
Check wheels and tires for damage at least once
a month. Check wheels and tires after driving
off-road or on rough roads. Damaged wheels
can cause a loss of tire pressure.
Pay particular attention to damage such as:
cuts in the tires
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punctures in the tires
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tears in the tires
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