Tires and wheels
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Operation
Non-approved tires and rims may, under load,
exhibit dimensional variations and different tire
deformation characteristics that could cause
them to come into contact with the vehicle body
or axle parts. Damage to the tires or the vehicle
may be the result.
For more information on tire size designa-
tion, load and speed rating, see "Tire label-
ing" (e page 182).
See an authorized Sprinter Dealer for infor-
mation on tested and recommended rims
and tires for summer and winter operation.
They can also offer advice concerning tire
service and purchase.
! Replacing original tires with tires of a differ-
ent size may result in false speedometer and
odometer readings.
Only use wheels and tires which have been
tested and approved for your Sprinter.
For information on tire and wheel sizes
with load ratings, refer to "Tire and loading
information" (e page 170).
G Warning
Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other
than that specified for your Sprinter. Some
combinations of unapproved tires and wheels
may change suspension dimensions and per-
formance characteristics, resulting in chang-
es to steering, handling, and braking of your
Sprinter. This can cause unpredictable han-
dling, and stress steering and suspension
components. You could lose control and have
an accident resulting in serious injury or
death.
Only use the tire and wheel sizes with load
ratings approved for your Sprinter; refer to
"Tire and loading information" (
e page 170).
Never use a tire with a smaller load index or
speed index or capacity other than what was
originally equipped on your Sprinter. Using a
tire with a smaller load index could result in
tire overloading and failure. You could lose
control and have an accident.
Failure to equip the vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sud-
den tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
G Warning
Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If the tire
tread is badly worn, or if the tires have sus-
tained damage, replace them.
When replacing rims, only use genuine and
approved wheel bolts specified for the
particular rim type. Failure to do so can result
in the bolts loosening, and possibly an acci-
dent.
Do not use retreaded/remolded tires. This
process does not always permit previous
damage to be detected. Therefore, vehicle
safety cannot be guaranteed if retreaded/re-
molded tires are fitted.
G Warning
Fitting other wheel sizes to the vehicle will
change the vehicle's handling characteristics
and may lead to an accident resulting in
death, severe injury and property damage.
Only certain tires meeting the tire size/load/
speed rating specifications are certified to
conform to FMVSS 110 for the Sprinter at
this time. Please check the sidewalls of your
originally equipped tires for specific makes/
sizes, and speed load ratings when the tires
are replaced.
To prevent accidents resulting in possible
death, severe injury or property damage,
when replacing tires, use only the tire and
wheel sizes with load ratings approved for
your Sprinter.
Refer to "Tire and loading information"
(
e page 170).
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