Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon Owner's Manual page 468

466 Wheels and tyres
Observe the maximum permissible speed for
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the M+S tyres fitted.
If this is below the vehicle's maximum speed,
this must be indicated by an appropriate
label in the driver's field of vision.
Run in new tyres at moderate speeds for the
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first 100 km.
Replace the tyres after six years at the latest,
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regardless of wear.
When replacing with tyres that do not
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feature run-flat characteristics: vehicles
with MOExtended tyres are not equipped
with a TIREFIT kit at the factory. Equip the
vehicle with a TIREFIT kit after replacing with
tyres that do not feature run-flat characteris‐
tics, e.g. winter tyres.
For more information on wheels and tyres, con‐
tact a qualified specialist workshop.
Be sure to also observe the following further
related subjects:
Notes on tyre pressure ( page 456)
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Tyre pressure table ( page 457)
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Notes on the emergency spare wheel
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( page 473)
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Notes on interchanging wheels
& WARNING Risk of injury through differ‐
ent wheel sizes
Interchanging the front and rear wheels if the
wheels or tyres have different dimensions
may severely impair the driving characteris‐
tics.
The disk brakes or wheel suspension compo‐
nents may also be damaged.
Rotate front and rear wheels only if the
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wheels and tyres are of the same
dimensions.
Interchanging the front and rear wheels if the
wheels or tyres have different dimensions can
render the general operating permit invalid.
The wear patterns on the front and rear wheels
differ:
Front wheels wear more on the shoulder of
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the tyre
Rear wheels wear more in the centre of the
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tyre
On vehicles with the same front and rear wheel
size, you can interchange the wheels every
5,000 to 10,000 km, depending on the wear.
Ensure the direction of rotation is maintained for
the wheels.
It is imperative to observe the instructions and
safety notes on "Changing a wheel" when doing
so Preparing the vehicle for a wheel
change( page 467).
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Notes on storing wheels
When storing wheels, observe the following
notes:
After removing wheels, store them in a cool,
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dry and preferably dark place.
Protect the tyres from contact with oil,
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grease or fuel.