The legally permissible minimum tread
depth (1.6 mm) has been reached when
the tread has worn down as far as one
of the tread wear indicators (TWI). Their
position is indicated by markings on the
sidewall.
If there is more wear at the front than the
rear, swap round front wheels and rear
wheels periodically. If directional tires are
mounted, ensure that the direction of
rotation of the wheels remains the same.
Tires age, even if they are not used.
We recommend tire replacement every 6
years.
CHANGING TIRE AND WHEEL SIZE
If tires of a different size than those
fitted at the factory are used, it may be
necessary to reprogramme systems and
make other vehicle modifications.
Have the label with tire pressures
replaced.
Warning
The use of unsuitable tires or wheels
may lead to accidents and will
invalidate the vehicle operating permit.
WHEEL COVERS
Wheel covers and tires that are factory
approved for the respective vehicle and
comply with all of the relevant wheel and
tire combination requirements must be
used.
If the wheel covers and tires used are not
factory approved, the tires must not have
a rim protection ridge.
Wheel covers must not impair brake
cooling.
Warning
Use of unsuitable tires or wheel covers
could lead to sudden pressure loss and
thereby accidents.
Vehicles with steel wheel rims: When
using locking wheel nuts, do not attach
wheel covers.
Temporary spare wheel: Do not use
wheel covers
T
IRE CHAINS
Tire chains are only permitted on the
front wheels.
Only use tire chains designed to be used
with tire type of the vehicle:
● For 16 inch and 17 inch tires, only use
fine mesh tire chains that add no more
than 9 mm to the tire tread and the
inboard sides (including chain lock).
●
For 18 inch tires, only use Polaire
PSGB 60 tire chains.
Note
The use of tire chains and the maximum
allowed speed is regulated by country-
specific legislation.
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