6 - Adapter for the locking wheel nuts
Depending on version, the chock, the
towing eye and the adapter for the
locking wheel nuts may be located in a
bag together with the tire repair kit. ð
page 157
For vehicles with spare wheel the jack
and wheel wrench is located in a toolbox
inside the spare wheel. ð page 161
Wheels and tires
Tire condition, wheel condition
Drive over edges slowly and at right
angles if possible. Driving over sharp
edges can cause tire and wheel damage.
Do not trap tires on the kerb when
parking.
Regularly check the wheels for damage.
Seek the assistance of a workshop in the
event of damage or unusual wear.
WINTER TIRES
Winter tires improve driving safety at
temperatures below 7 °C and should
therefore be fitted on all wheels.
In accordance with country-specific
regulations, affix the speed sticker in the
driver's field of view, if the tire speed
code is below the maximum speed of the
vehicle.
All tire sizes are permitted as winter tires
ð page 177.
TIRE DESIGNATIONS
E.g. 215/60 R17 96H
215 : tire width, mm
60 : cross-section ratio (tire height to
tire width), %
R : belt type: Radial
RF : type: RunFlat
15 : wheel diameter, inches
91 : load index e.g. 95 is equivalent to
615 kg
T : speed code letter
Speed code letter:
Q
: up to 160 km/h
S : up to 180 km/h
T : up to 190 km/h
H : up to 210 km/h
V : up to 240 km/h
W : up to 270 km/h
Choose a tire appropriate for the
maximum speed of the vehicle.
The maximum speed is achievable at
kerb weight with driver (75kg) plus
125kg payload. Optional equipment could
reduce the maximum speed of the
vehicle.
Directional tires
Directional tires should be mounted so
that they rotate in the correct direction.
The proper rotation direction is indicated
by a symbol (e.g. an arrow) on the
sidewall.
TIRE PRESSURE
Check the pressure of cold tires at least
every 14 days and before any long
journey.
Do not forget the spare wheel.
ð page 177
This also applies to vehicles with tire
deflation detection system.
ð page 139
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