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Winter tires can be identified by the moun-
tain/snowflake icon and the letters M+S on the
tire sidewall.
So-called all-season tires with M+S marking
but without mountain and snowflake icon have
better winter properties than summer tires.
As a rule, all-season tires do not perform the
same as winter tires.
Wheel change between axles
Warning
A wheel change between the axles on vehi-
cles with different tire sizes or rim sizes on
the front and rear axles can cause damage
to the tires and the vehicle. There is a risk of
accident. Do not rotate the tires between the
axles on vehicles with different tire sizes or
rim sizes on the front and rear axles.
Different abrasion patterns can occur on the
front and rear axles depending on individual
driving conditions. The tires can be rotated in
pairs between the axles to achieve even abra-
sion. For more information, contact an author-
ized service center or another qualified service
center or repair shop. After changing, check
the tire pressure and correct, if needed.
Storing tires
Tire pressure
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres-
sure indicated on the tire sidewall.
Storage
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Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry and
dark place.
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Always protect tires against all contact with
oil, grease, and solvents.
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Do not leave the tires in plastic bags.
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Remove dirt from wheels or tires.
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Repairing a flat tire
Safety precautions
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Park the vehicle on solid and non-slip
ground at a safe distance from road traffic.
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Turn on the hazard warning system.
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Set the parking brake.
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Turn the steering wheel until the front
wheels are in the straight-ahead position
and engage the steering wheel lock.
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As soon as permitted by the traffic flow,
have all vehicle occupants get out and
make sure that they remain outside the
hazardous area such as behind a guardrail.
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If necessary, set up the hazard triangle or
hazard warning lights at an appropriate
distance.
Tire repair set
Principle
With the tire repair set, minor tire damage
can be sealed temporarily to enable continued
driving.
General information
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The filled in tire sealant closes the damage
from the inside when it hardens.
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Follow the instructions on using the tire re-
pair set found on the compressor and seal-
ant bottle.
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The use of a tire repair set can be ineffec-
tive if the tire puncture measures above ap-
prox. 0.16 in/4 mm.
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Do not remove foreign objects that have
penetrated the tire. Remove foreign objects
only when they are visibly protruding from
the tire.
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The compressor can be used to check the
tire inflation pressure.
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