Wheel And Tire Combinations - Mercedes-Benz G 550 2015 Operator's Manual

Wheel and tire combinations

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Open the pressure release screw on the
X
jack using the pump lever (
approximately one turn.
Lower the vehicle until it is once again
X
standing firmly on the ground.
Place the jack to one side.
X
Tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a cross-
X
wise pattern in the sequence indicated (:
to A). The specified tightening torque is
96 lb-ft (130 Nm).
Disassemble the pump lever.
X
Push the jack piston back in and close the
X
drain plug.
Use the bolts to secure the faulty wheel to
X
the spare wheel bracket (
Stow the jack and the vehicle tools in the
X
vehicle again.
Check the tire pressure of the newly instal-
X
led wheel and adjust it if necessary.
A table with the tire pressures for your vehi-
cle can be found on the B-pillar on the driv-
er's side.
Wheel and tire combinations
General notes
G
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
R
model
R
When replacing tires, make sure to use the
correct:
designation
R
manufacturer
page 251) by R
Y
model
R
G
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.
! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec-
ommends that you only use tires, wheels
and accessories which have been approved
page 215). by Mercedes-Benz specifically for your
Y
vehicle. These tires have been specially
adapted for use with the driving safety sys-
tems, such as ABS or ESP
Only use tires, wheels or accessories tes-
ted and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Cer-
tain characteristics, e.g. handling, vehicle
noise emissions or fuel consumption, may
otherwise be adversely affected. In addi-
tion, when driving with a load, tire dimen-
sion variations could cause the tires to
come into contact with the bodywork and
axle components. This could result in dam-
age to the tires or the vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz accepts no liability for
damage resulting from the use of tires,
wheels or accessories other than those tes-
ted and approved.
Further information about wheels, tires and
approved combinations can be obtained
Warning
® .