General information
▷
The filled in tire sealant closes the damage
from the inside when it hardens.
▷
Follow the instructions on using the tire re-
pair set found on the compressor and seal-
ant bottle.
▷
The use of a tire repair set can be ineffec-
tive if the tire puncture measures above ap-
prox. 0.16 in/4 mm.
▷
Do not remove foreign objects that have
penetrated the tire. Remove foreign objects
only when they are visibly protruding from
the tire.
▷
The compressor can be used to check the
tire inflation pressure.
Overview
Storage
Depending on the equipment, storage for the
tire repair set is provided as follows:
▷
In the cargo area under the cargo floor
panel.
▷
In the cargo area on the left or right side.
▷
In the cargo area behind a side trim panel.
Sealant bottle and filler hose
1
Sealant bottle
2 Sealant bottle outlet
3 Filler hose
4 Sealant bottle connection
5 Wheel valve connection
Online Edition for Part no. 01405A88AA4 - VI/23
Wheels and tires
Compressor
1
Compressor
2 Tire pressure display
3 Pressure reducing valve button
4 Sealant bottle mount
5 Connector for socket
6 Power switch
Safety precautions
▷
Park the vehicle as far away as possible
from passing traffic and on solid ground.
▷
Turn on the hazard warning system.
▷
Set the parking brake.
▷
Turn the steering wheel until the front
wheels are in the straight-ahead position
and engage the steering wheel lock.
▷
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.
▷
If necessary, set up the hazard triangle or
hazard warning lights at an appropriate
distance.
▷
Remove the warning label for maximum
permissible speed from the compressor
and attach it in a visible location in the vehi-
cle interior.
▷
Remove the warning label from the sealant
bottle and stick it to the rim.
MOBILITY
307
OwnersManuals2.com