Tire Pressure; Snow Chains - Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operator's Manual

When you have mounted M+S tires:
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Check the tire pressure (
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Restart the tire pressure monitor
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( page 258).
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Warning
If you use your spare wheel when M+S tires
are fitted on the other wheels, be aware that
the difference in tire characteristics may very
well impair turning stability and that overall
driving stability may be reduced. Adapt your
driving style accordingly.
Have the spare wheel replaced by a regular
road wheel with an M+S tire at the nearest
authorized Sprinter Dealer.

Snow chains

Snow chains increase traction on roads in
wintry conditions.
We recommend, for safety reasons, that you
only use class U snow chains or traction aids
that conform to the SAE type U specification
and are approved for Sprinters. You can
obtain information about snow chains from
any authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Only use snow chains when the road is
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covered by a layer of snow. Do not exceed
the maximum permissible speed of 30 mph
(50 km/h). Remove the snow chains as
soon as possible once the road is no longer
covered with snow.
The use of snow chains may be restricted
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by local regulations. Observe the relevant
regulations when mounting snow chains.
! Check the snow chains for damage before
mounting them. Damaged or worn snow
chains may break, causing damage to
wheels, wheel arches or wheel suspension.
For this reason, you must use only snow
chains that are free of defects. Observe the
manufacturer's mounting instructions.
If you intend to mount snow chains, please
bear the following points in mind:
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You may not mount snow chains on all
wheel/tire combinations. When mounting
the snow chains, note the permissible tire
and snow chain dimensions.
Mount snow chains only in pairs and only
to the rear wheels. Observe the
manufacturer's mounting instructions.
Check the chain tension after driving
approximately 0.5 miles (1.0 km).
You can deactivate ASR when pulling
away with snow chains mounted.
( Y page 49). This allows the wheels to spin
in a controlled manner, generating more
tractive force (friction effect).

Tire pressure

Notes about tire pressure
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Warning
Follow recommended tire inflation pressures.
Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires
wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely
affect handling and fuel economy, and are
more likely to fail from being overheated.
Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can
adversely affect handling and ride comfort,
wear unevenly, increase stopping distance,
and result in sudden deflation (blowout)
because they are more likely to become
punctured or damaged by road debris,
potholes etc.
Do not overload the tires by exceeding the
specified load limit as indicated on the Tire
and Loading Information placard on the
driver's door B-pillar. Overloading the tires
can overheat them, possibly causing a
blowout. Overloading the tires can also result
in handling or steering problems, or brake
failure.
Tire pressure
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