Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2010 Owner's Manual page 288

Do not continue to drive in run-flat mode if:
you hear banging noises.
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the vehicle starts to shake.
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you see smoke and smell rubber.
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R ESP is intervening constantly.
there are tears in the sidewalls of the tyre.
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After driving in run-flat mode, you must have
the wheel(s) checked for damage at a quali-
fied specialist workshop which has the nec-
essary specialist knowledge and tools to carry
out the work required. The faulty tyre must be
replaced in every case.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur-
pose. In particular, work relevant to safety or
on safety-related systems must be carried out
at a qualified specialist workshop.
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When replacing one or all tyres, make
sure that you only use tyres marked
MOExtended and of the specified size for
the vehicle.
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Vehicles featuring the MOExtended run-
flat system are not equipped with the
TIREFIT kit. It is therefore recommended
that you additionally equip your vehicle
with the TIREFIT kit if you fit tyres that do
not feature run-flat properties, e.g. winter
tyres. You can obtain a TIREFIT kit from a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, for exam-
ple.
Battery
Important safety notes
In order for the battery to achieve the maxi-
mum possible service life, it must always be
sufficiently charged.
Have the battery charge checked more fre-
quently if you use the vehicle mainly for short
trips or if you leave it standing idle for a
lengthy period.
To prevent damage from corrosion, only
replace the battery with one that has a central
ventilation cover.
Only replace a battery with a battery that has
been recommended by Mercedes-Benz.
Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre if
you wish to leave your vehicle parked up for
a long period of time.
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Risk of injury
Comply with safety precautions and take pro-
tective measures when handling batteries.
Risk of explosion
Fire, naked flames and
smoking are prohibited
when handling the battery.
Avoid creating sparks.
Battery acid is caustic.
Avoid contact with the skin,
eyes or clothing.
Wear suitable protective
clothing, in particular
gloves, an apron and a face
mask.
Immediately rinse acid
splashes off with clean
water. Consult a doctor if
necessary.
Wear eye protection.
Keep children away.
Observe this Owner's Man-
ual.
H Environmental note
Do not dispose of batteries in the household
rubbish. Dispose of defective batteries in an
environmentally responsible manner. Take
Battery
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