Table of Contents
Advertisement
386 Wheels and tires
Aluminum hub cap
To remove: position socket
#
1.
%
The socket can be found in the tire-change
tool kit.
Position wheel wrench
3
#
Using wheel wrench 3, turn hub cap
#
counter-clockwise and remove it.
To install: position hub cap
#
it is completely flush with the wheel.
Position socket
2
on hub cap 1.
#
Attach wheel wrench
#
tighten the hub cap clockwise.
Specified tightening torque: 18 lb-ft
(25 Nm).
Raise the vehicle (
#
Raising the vehicle when changing a wheel
Requirements:
There are no persons in the vehicle.
R
The vehicle has been prepared for a wheel
R
change (
2
on hub cap
The hub caps have been removed
R
(
page 385).
→
Important notes on using the jack:
on socket 2.
Only use the vehicle-specific jack that has
R
been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz
1
to raise the vehicle.
The jack is only designed for raising and
R
1
and turn until
holding the vehicle for a short time while a
wheel is being changed and not for mainte‐
nance work under the vehicle.
3
to socket
2
page 386).
→
page 385).
→
and
The jack must be placed on a firm, flat and
R
non-slip surface. If necessary, use a large,
load-bearing, non-slip underlay.
The foot of the jack must be positioned verti‐
R
cally under the jacking point.
Rules of conduct when the vehicle is raised:
Never place your hands or feet under the
R
vehicle.
Do not lie under the vehicle.
R
Do not start the engine and do not release
R
the electric parking brake.
Do not open or close any doors or the trunk
R
lid.
Advertisement
Table of Contents
