WARNING
Incorrect wheel and tyre combinations impair
the vehicle's driving characteristics and inter‐
fere with the proper functioning of various sys‐
tems, such as the Anti-lock Brake System ABS
or Dynamic Stability Control DSC. There is a
risk of accident. To maintain good vehicle han‐
dling, always fit tyres of the same make and
tread pattern to all wheels. The manufacturer of
the vehicle recommends using wheels and
tyres that have been rated as suitable for the
vehicle concerned. After a tyre has been dam‐
aged, refit the same wheel/tyre combination as
the original.
Recommended makes of tyre
Certain makes of tyre are recommended by the
manufacturer of the vehicle for each tyre size.
The tyre brands can be identified by a star on the
side wall of the tyre.
New tyres
Due to the manufacturing process, new tyres do
not achieve their full road grip immediately.
Drive moderately for the first 300 km, 200 miles.
Retreaded tyres
WARNING
Retreaded tyres may have different tyre car‐
casses. Their durability may be reduced due to
their advanced age. There is a risk of accident.
Do not use retreaded tyres.
The vehicle manufacturer advises against the
use of retreaded tyres.
Winter tyres
General
Winter tyres are recommended if driving in winter
conditions.
Although tyres known as all-season tyres with an
M+S label have better winter characteristics than
summer tyres, they do not normally match the
performance of winter tyres.
Maximum speed of winter tyres
If the vehicle is capable of maximum speeds
higher than the speed permitted for the winter
tyres, an information label stating the maximum
permitted speed for the tyres fitted must be dis‐
played in the driver's field of view. The label is
available from a Service Partner of the manufac‐
turer or another qualified Service Partner or a
specialist workshop.
If winter tyres are fitted, observe and do not ex‐
ceed the respectively permitted maximum
speed.
Replacing run-flat tyres
When changing from run-flat tyres to standard
tyres, make sure that a spare wheel or a flat tyre
kit is available in the vehicle. Additional informa‐
tion is available from a Service Partner of the
manufacturer or another qualified Service Partner
or a specialist workshop.
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