Wheels - Mercedes-Benz Light Truck ML 320 Operator's Manual

Wheels

Replace rims or tires with the same
designation, manufacturer and type as
shown on the original part. See your
authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for
further information.
Warning!
Do not mix different tire
construction types (i.e. radial, bias,
and bias-belted) on your car because
handling may be adversely affected
and may result in loss of control.
See your authorized Mercedes-Benz
light truck dealer for information on
tested and recommended rims and tires
for summer and winter operation. They
can also offer advice concerning tire
service and purchase.
Tire Replacement
Front tires should be replaced in sets.
Furthermore - in the event of tire
replacement - the spare wheel, if
possible, should be used on the rear
axle. Rims and tires must be of the
correct size and type. For dimensions,
see "Technical Data".
We recommend that you break in new
tires for approx. 60 miles (100 km) at
moderate speed.
It is imperative that the wheel mounting
bolts be fastened to a tightening torque
of 110 ft.lb. (150 Nm) whenever
wheels are mounted.
For rim and tire specifications, refer to
"Technical Data".
Warning!
Worn, old tires can cause accidents.
If the tire tread is badly worn, or if
the tires have sustained damage,
replace them.
When replacing rims, use only
genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts
specified for the particular rim type.
Failure to do so can result in the
bolts loosening and possibly an
accident.
Rotating Wheels
The wheels can be rotated according to
the degree of tire wear while retaining
the same direction of travel.
Rotating, however, should be carried
out at the scheduled service intervals,
before the characteristic tire wear
pattern (shoulder wear on front wheels
and tread center wear on rear wheels)
becomes visible, as otherwise the
driving properties deteriorate.
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