Tire Pressure - Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operating Instructions Manual

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You can deactivate ESP
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achieving an increased driving force.

Tire pressure

Notes on tire pressure
& WARNING Risk of accident due to insuffi-
cient or excessive tire pressure
Underinflated or overinflated tires pose in par-
ticular the following risks:
The tires can burst.
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The tires can wear excessively and/or
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unevenly.
The driving characteristics as well as the
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steering and braking characteristics may
be greatly impaired.
Comply with the recommended tire pres-
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sures and check the tire pressure of all
tires, including the spare wheel, regu-
larly:
Monthly
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When the load changes
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Before embarking on a longer journey
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If operating conditions change, e.g. off-
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road driving
Adjust the tire pressure, if necessary.
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Driving with tire pressure that is too high or too low
can:
shorten the service life of the tires
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cause increased tire damage
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adversely affect handling characteristics and
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thus driving safety, for example, due to hydro-
planing
& WARNING Risk of accident due to too low
a tire pressure
Tires with pressure that is too low can overheat
and burst as a consequence.
In addition, they also suffer from irregular wear,
which can significantly impair the braking prop-
erties and the handling characteristics.
Avoid excessively low tire pressure.
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Tire pressure which is too low can cause:
to pull away
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& WARNING Risk of accident due to too high
Tires with excessively high pressure can burst.
In addition, they also suffer from irregular wear,
which can significantly impair the braking prop-
erties and the handling characteristics.
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Excessively high tire pressure can result in:
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& WARNING Risk of accident due to repea-
The wheels, valves or tires could be damaged.
Too low a tire pressure can lead to the tires
bursting.
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You can find information on recommended tire
pressures for the vehicle's factory-installed tires
on the following labels:
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Observe the maximum tire pressure
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Use a suitable pressure gage to check the tire
pressure. The outer appearance of a tire does not
permit any reliable conclusion about the tire pres-
sure.
Tire defects as a result of overheating
Impaired handling characteristics
Irregular wear
Increased fuel consumption
a tire pressure
Avoid excessively high tire pressures.
Increased braking distance
Impaired handling characteristics
Irregular wear
Impaired driving comfort
Susceptibility to damage
ted pressure drop in the tires
Examine the tires for foreign objects.
Check whether the tire has a puncture or
the valve has a leak.
If you are unable to rectify the damage,
contact a qualified specialist workshop.
Tire and Loading Information placard on the
B‑pillar of your vehicle ( page 251).
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Tire pressure table on the inside of the fuel
filler flap .
page 255).