freightliner Sprinter Operator's Manual

Tires and wheels
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Operation
The tire inflation pressure should be
checked regularly, i.e. at least each time
you refuel the vehicle. The preferred inter-
val for checking the tire inflation pressure,
however, is before each trip.
For more information on checking tire in-
flation pressure, refer to "Recommended
tire inflation pressure" (
e page 174).
Tire inspection
Whenever the tire inflation pressure is
checked, the tires should also be inspect-
ed for the following:
O excessive treadwear; refer to "Tread
depth".
O the condition of the tread depths, i.e.
uneven tread wear or excessive tread-
wear on one side. Turn the front wheels
to full lock if necessary to enable you to
check the inner edge of the front tires
more easily. You must also always
check the inside of the tire tread on the
rear wheels.
O cord or fabric showing through the
tire's rubber
O bumps, bulges, cuts, cracks or splits in
the tread or side of the tire
O foreign objects between the tires
(on vehicles with twin tires)
Replace the tire if any of the above condi-
tions is found.
Also inspect the spare tire periodically for
condition and inflation. Spare tires will age
and become worn over time even if never
used, and thus should be inspected and re-
placed when necessary.
Tire damage
Tire damage can be caused
by:
O the vehicle's operating conditions
O tire aging
O curbs
O foreign objects
O insufficient or excessive tire inflation
pressures
O weather and environmental influences
O contact with oil, grease, fuel, etc.
Life of tire
The service life of a tire depends on varying
factors including but not limited to:
O driving style
O tire inflation pressure
O distance driven
G Warning
Driving over curbs or sharp-edged objects
can cause damage to the tire substructure
which is not visible from the outside.
Damage to the tire substructure cannot be
detected until later and can cause the tire to
burst. You could lose control of the vehicle as
a result, cause an accident and injure your-
self or others.
Avoid driving up against curbs or parking the
vehicle with part of the tire tread surface on
the curb.
G Warning
All tires, including the spare tire, should be re-
placed after 6 years, regardless of the re-
maining tread.

freightliner Sprinter Specifications

General

Brand	freightliner
Model	Sprinter
Category	Automobile
Language	English