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Position a
suitable jack only on the jack-
ing points intended for this purpose. Raise
the vehicle for a short time only to change
the wheel. Make sure the vehicle is on a
suitable surface and that no-one is in the
vehicle. Secure the vehicle using chocks
and apply the parking brake.
Rules for selecting new tyres
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For safety
reasons, smart recommends that
you only use tyres and wheels which have
been specifically approved by smart for
your vehicle. These are specially adapted
to the control systems, such as ABS or ESP
®
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Only use tyres and wheels specifically tes-
ted and approved by smart. Certain char-
acteristics, e.g. handling, vehicle noise
emissions or fuel consumption, may other-
wise be adversely affected. In addition,
when driving with a load, dimensional var-
iations and different tyre deformation
characteristics could cause the tyres to
make contact with the bodywork and axle
components. This could result in damage to
the tyres or the vehicle.
smart accepts no liability for damage
resulting from the use of tyres or wheels
other than those tested and approved.
Information on wheels and tyres can be
obtained at a qualified specialist work-
shop, e.g. a smart centre.
The service life of tyres depends on various
factors, including the following:
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Driving style
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Tyre pressure
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Mileage
Observe the following rules for selecting new
tyres:
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Observe country-specific regulations
which stipulate or recommend a certain
tyre type for the vehicle.
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Only fit tyres and wheels of the same type
and make.
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Only tyres of the same size may be used on a
single axle (left/right).
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Only use tyres of the same type (summer
tyres, winter tyres).
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Use only wheel-tyre combinations
approved by smart.
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Do
not
wear tyres out too much. This other-
wise significantly reduces the traction on
wet roads (aquaplaning).
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Replace tyres after six years at the latest
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Recommended tyre pressures for various
operating states can be found on the tyre
pressure table on the driver's side door
pillar (B-pillar).
You can find further information regarding
tyres and wheels at specialist tyre retailers,
at qualified specialist workshops and at any
smart centre.
Preparing to change a wheel
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Stop the vehicle on solid, non-slippery and
level ground.
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Apply the parking brake.
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Position the front wheels to point straight
ahead.
X
Vehicles with a manual transmission:
depress the
clutch pedal and shift to either
first or reverse gear.
X
Vehicle with automatic transmission:
shift the transmission to position P.
X
Switch off the engine.
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Remove key from ignition lock.
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Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
Removing a wheel
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WARNING
If you do not position the jack correctly at
the
appropriate
jacking point of the vehi-
cle, the jack could tip over with the vehicle
raised. There is a risk of injury.
Only position the jack at the appropriate
jacking point of the vehicle. The base of the
jack must be positioned vertically,
directly under the jacking point of the
vehicle.
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Do not place wheel bolts in sand or dirt.
The threads of the wheel bolts and wheel
hubs could otherwise be damaged when the
bolts are tightened.
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