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Changing wheels/tires
General information
When using runflat tires or a tire repair set, the
wheel does not always need to be changed
immediately in the event of a breakdown when
there is tire pressure loss.
If needed, the appropriate tool for a wheel
change, e.g., a jack, is available as an acces-
sory from an authorized service center, an-
other qualified service center or a repair shop.
Safety information
Warning
The jack is only provided for short-term lifting
of the vehicle for wheel changes. Even if all
safety precautions are observed, there is a
risk of the raised vehicle falling if the jack tips
over. There is a risk of injury or danger to life.
When the vehicle is raised with the jack, do
not lie under the vehicle and do not switch on
the drive-ready state.
Warning
Supports such as wooden blocks under the
jack reduce the load-carrying capacity of
the jack to bear weight. The load-carrying
capacity of the wooden blocks may be ex-
ceeded and the vehicle may tip over. There is
a risk of injury or danger to life. Do not place
supports under the jack.
Warning
The jack, issued by the vehicle manufacturer,
is provided in order to perform a wheel
change in the event of a breakdown. The jack
is not designed for frequent use; for example,
changing from summer to winter tires. Using
the jack frequently may cause it to become
jammed or damaged. There is a risk of injury
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Wheels and tires
and risk of damage to property. Only use the
jack to change an emergency or spare wheel
in the event of a breakdown.
Warning
On soft, uneven or slippery ground, for ex-
ample snow, ice, tiles, etc., the jack can slip
away. There is a risk of injury. If possible,
change the wheel on a flat, solid, and slip-re-
sistant surface.
Warning
The jack is optimized for lifting the vehicle
and for the jacking points on the vehicle only.
There is a risk of injury. Do not lift any other
vehicle or cargo using the jack.
Warning
When the jack is not inserted into the jacking
point provided for this purpose, the vehicle
may be damaged or the jack may slip when
it is being cranked up. There is a risk of injury
or risk of damage to property. When cranking
up the jack, ensure that it is inserted in the
jacking point next to the wheel well.
Warning
A vehicle that is raised on a jack may fall
off of the jack if lateral forces are exerted on
it. There is a risk of injury and risk of dam-
age to property. While the vehicle is raised,
do not exert lateral effort on the vehicle or
pull abruptly on the vehicle. Have a stuck
wheel removed by an authorized service cen-
ter or another qualified service center or re-
pair shop.
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