Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operator's Manual page 316

Spare wheel
314
only use a spare wheel that differs from the
R
wheel to be replaced for a short time.
R do not deactivate ESP
have a spare wheel that differs from the
R
wheel that has been changed replaced at
the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
You must observe the correct wheel and
tire dimensions as well as the wheel type.
When using a spare wheel of a different size,
do not exceed the maximum speed of
80 km/h.
General notes
! Check the spare wheel regularly to see
that it is secure and has the prescribed tire
pressure.
The procedure for mounting the spare wheel
is described in "Mounting a wheel"
( page 308).
Y
The following should be checked regularly,
particularly prior to long journeys:
the tire pressure of the spare wheel, which
R
should then be corrected if necessary
( page 290).
Y
the fastenings of the spare wheel bracket.
R
The spare wheel is located in a spare wheel
bracket under the rear of the vehicle.
Replace the tires after 6 years at the latest,
regardless of wear. This also applies to the
spare wheel.
i
If you have mounted a spare wheel, the
tire pressure monitor (
function for this wheel. The spare wheel is
not equipped with a sensor for monitoring
tire pressure.
®
.
page 293) will not
Y
Removing and installing the spare
wheel
Cargo Van/Passenger Van
Bolt covers for the safety catches (example: Cargo
Van)
Removing
Open the rear doors.
X
Place a screwdriver into recesses ; and
X
then prise off covers :.
Using the lug wrench from the vehicle tool
X
kit ( page 276), unscrew the now visible
Y
bolts counter-clockwise by approximately
20 turns.
Spare wheel carrier under the vehicle
Slightly raise spare wheel bracket A and
X
unhook left-hand retaining hook =.
Assemble the pump lever for the jack and
X
slide it into sleeve ? on spare wheel
bracket A.
Raise spare wheel bracket A with the
X
pump lever and unhook right-hand retain-
ing hook =.