2003 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 325
2003 Mercedes S-Class Manual
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Practical hints Where will I find ...? Spare wheel S 55 AMG and Sport Package* In case of a flat tire, you may temporarily use the spare wheel when observing the following restrictions: Do not exceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Drive to the nearest tire repair facility to have the flat tire repaired or replaced as appropriate. Do not operate vehicle with more than one spare wheel mounted. Warning! G Warning! G Never operate the vehicle with more than one spare wheel mounted. The spare wheel rim is for temporary use only. Use for over a total of 12000 miles (20000 km) (aggregate of all uses) may cause wheel rim failure leading to an accident and possible injuries. The spare wheel should only be used temporarily and replaced with a regular road wheel as quickly as possible. The dimensions of the spare wheel are different from those of the road wheels. As a result, the vehicle handling characteristics change when driving with a mounted spare wheel. Adapt your driving style accordingly. Never operate the vehicle with more than one spare wheel mounted. The spare wheel is for temporary use only. When driving with spare wheel mounted, ensure proper tire pressure and do not exceed vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km). The spare wheel rim is for temporary use only. Use for over a total of 12000 miles (20000 km) (aggregate of all uses) may cause wheel rim failure leading to an accident and possible injuries. The spare wheel should only be used temporarily and replaced with a regular road wheel as quickly as possible. More information can be found in the "Technical data" section ( page 357). More information can be found in the "Technical data" section ( page 357). 325