Condition - Mercedes-Benz Unimog Operating Instructions Manual

the condition of the tread across the entire
width of all tyres.
Minimum tyre 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 before
the legally prescribed limit for the minimum
tyre tread depth is reached.
Example: tread wear indicator
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A specified minimum tread depth is a legal
requirement for all tyres. Observe the rele-
vant legal requirements for each country.
For safety reasons, have the tyres replaced
before the legally specified minimum tread
depth is reached.
A tyre has reached the minimum tread depth
when the tread wear indicator (arrow) is flush
with the tyre tread.
The less tyre tread depth remaining, the
poorer the road grip and handling character-
istics of the vehicle, especially if the road sur-
face is wet or snow-covered.
Tyre condition
G
WARNING
Damaged tyres can cause tyre inflation pres-
sure loss. As a result, you could lose control of
your vehicle. There is a risk of accident.
Important safety notes
Check the tyres regularly for signs of damage
and replace any damaged tyres immediately.
Check the condition of the tyres regularly, at
least every two weeks and before long jour-
neys, e.g. for:
external damage
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foreign bodies in the tyre tread
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cracks, bulges, punctures
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uneven tread wear or excessive wear on
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one side
Tyre age
Tyres age, even if they are used infrequently
or not at all. Operating and road safety dimin-
ish with age. For this reason have tyres
replaced which are more than six years old.
Tyre damage
Tyre damage can be caused by:
the operating conditions of the vehicle
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tyre ageing
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kerbs
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foreign bodies
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insufficient or excessive tyre pressure
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weather conditions and environmental fac-
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tors
contact with oil, grease, fuel, etc.
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Tyre load-bearing capacity, tyre speed
rating and tyre types
G
WARNING
Exceeding the stated tyre load-bearing capa-
city and the approved maximum speed could
lead to tyre damage or the tyre bursting. There
is a risk of accident.
Therefore, only use tyre types and sizes
approved for your vehicle model. Observe the
tyre load rating and speed rating required for
your vehicle.
In particular, observe the permissible tyre
specifications in a country. These regulations
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