Rotating wheels between axles
WARNING
Swapping of wheels between axles on vehicles
with differently sized tyres or rims on the front
and rear cause tyre damage and damage to the
vehicle. There is a risk of accident. Do not swap
over wheels between axles on vehicles with dif‐
ferently sized tyres or rims on the front and
rear.
Depending on the individual operating condi‐
tions, the tyre tread wears differently on the front
and rear wheels. To achieve even wear, the tyres
can be swapped over in pairs between the axles.
Additional information is available from a Service
Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified
Service Partner or a specialist workshop. After
swapping over, check the tyre inflation pressure
and adjust if necessary.
Storing tyres
Tyre inflation pressure
Do not exceed the maximum tyre inflation pres‐
sure indicated on the tyre's side wall.
Tyre storage
▷ Store wheels and tyres in a cool, dry and dark
place when not in use.
▷ Protect the tyres against contamination from
oil, grease and solvents.
▷ Do not leave tyres in plastic bags.
▷ Remove dirt from the wheels or tyres.
Run-flat tyres
Principle
In the event of a complete loss of tyre inflation
pressure, run-flat tyres enable you to continue
driving, with certain restrictions.
General
The wheels are fitted with tyres which are self-
supporting to a limited degree. They may also
have special rims.
The reinforced side wall means that the tyre
keeps the vehicle mobile to a degree even if tyre
inflation pressure has been lost.
Observe the notes on continuing to drive with a
flat tyre.
Safety notes
WARNING
A run-flat tyre with too little or no tyre inflation
pressure will change the vehicle's handling
characteristics, for example there may be re‐
duced directional stability when braking, longer
stopping distances and different self-steering
characteristics. There is a risk of accident. Drive
with care and do not exceed a speed of
80 km/h, 50 mph.
WARNING
Continuing to drive with a flat tyre can result in
heavy trailers starting to slalom. There is a risk
of accident or material damage. When driving
with a trailer and a flat tyre, do not exceed the
speed of 60 km/h, 35 mph. If the trailer starts to
snake, brake immediately and make the neces‐
sary steering corrections as carefully as possi‐
ble.
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