Tires - Mercedes-Benz C-class Operator's Manual

Important!
It is advisable to set the parking brake whenever
parking or leaving the vehicle. In addition, move
selector lever to position "P" (manual transmission: first
or reverse gear). When parking on hills, always set the
parking brake.
Driving instructions
Instruments
Operation
and controls
Instrument
Driving
cluster display

Tires

Warning!
If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride
disturbance, or you suspect that possible damage to
your vehicle has occurred, you should turn on the
hazard warning flashers, carefully slow down, and
drive with caution to an area which is a safe
distance from the roadway.
Inspect the tires and under the vehicle for possible
damage. If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe, have
it towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or
tire dealer for repairs.
Tread wear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These
indicators are located in six places on the tread
circumference and become visible at a tread depth of
1
approximately / in (1.5 mm), at which point the tire is
16
considered worn and should be replaced.
The tread wear indicator appears as a solid band across
the tread.
247
Practical hints Car care
Technical
Index
data