646 Wheels And Tyres; Notes On Noise Or Unusual Handling Char- Acteristics; Notes On Regularly Inspecting Wheels And Tyres; Notes On Snow Chains - Mercedes-Benz EQE 2023 Operator's Manual

646 Wheels and tyres

Notes on noise or unusual handling characteris-
tics
Make sure there are no vibrations, noises or
unusual handling characteristics when the vehicle
is in motion. This may indicate that the wheels or
tyres are damaged. Hidden tyre damage could
also be causing the unusual handling characteris-
tics.
If you suspect that a tyre is defective, reduce your
speed immediately and have the tyres and wheels
checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

Notes on regularly inspecting wheels and tyres

& WARNING Risk of injury due to damaged
tyres
Damaged tyres can cause tyre pressure loss.
Check the tyres regularly for signs of
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damage and replace any damaged tyres
immediately.
& WARNING Risk of aquaplaning due to
insufficient tyre tread
Insufficient tyre tread will result in reduced
tyre grip. There is a risk of an accident.
On a wet road surface the risk of aquaplaning
is increased, in particular where speed is not
adapted to suit the conditions.
Check the tread depth and the condition
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of the tyre contact surface across the
entire width of all tyres on a regular
basis.
Minimum tread depth for
Summer tyres: 3 mm
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M+S tyres: 4 mm
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For safety reasons, replace the tyres
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before the legally-prescribed limit for the
minimum tread depth is reached.
Replace the tyres immediately if the
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legally-prescribed limit for the minimum
tread depth is reached.
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Carry out the following checks on all wheels regu-
larly, at least once a month or as required, for
example, prior to a long journey or driving off-
road:
Check the tyre pressure (
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Visually inspect wheels and tyres for damage.
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Check the valve caps.
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Visual check of the tyre tread depth and the
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tyre contact surface across the entire width.
The minimum tread depth for summer tyres is
3 mm and for winter tyres 4 mm.

Notes on snow chains

& WARNING Risk of accident due to incor-
rectly fitted snow chains
If you have fitted snow chains to the front
wheels, they may drag against the vehicle
body or chassis components.
Never fit snow chains to the front
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wheels.
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