Mercedes-Benz

Notes on the emergency spare wheel and spare wheel

Spare wheel: wheel and tyre dimensions as well as the type of tyre correspond to the other fitted wheels.

A fitted spare wheel changes the driving characteristics and bears risks.

WARNING Risk of accident due to incorrect wheel and tyre dimensions

The spare wheel can significantly impair the driving characteristics of the vehicle.

To prevent hazardous situations:

Adapt your driving style accordingly and drive carefully.

Never fit more than one spare wheel that differs in size to the wheel being replaced.

Only use the spare wheel briefly.

Have a spare wheel of a different size replaced at the nearest qualified specialist workshop. It is essential that the new wheel and tyre have the correct dimensions and that the correct tyre type is observed.

When using a spare wheel (different from the wheel to be replaced), you must not exceed a top speed of 80 km/h.
The tyre pressure of the spare wheel must be checked before starting a journey More.
Have the emergency spare wheel replaced by a qualified specialist workshop.

The following should be checked regularly, particularly prior to long journeys:

the secure positioning of the spare wheel
the tyre pressure of the spare wheel (adjust the tyre pressure if necessary) More
the fastenings of the spare wheel holder

The spare wheel is located in a spare wheel holder under the rear of the vehicle.

Replace the tyres after six years at the latest, regardless of wear. This also applies to the spare wheel.

If you have fitted a spare wheel, the tyre pressure monitor will not function for this wheel. The spare wheel is not equipped with a sensor for monitoring tyre pressure.