2003 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 238

Practical hints Flat tire Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible to obtain a new TIREFIT kit. Bring used TIREFIT materials to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for proper disposal. Warning! Mounting the spare wheel More information on spare wheels with collapsible tires can be found in the "Technical data" section ( page 265). Warning! Preparing the vehicle Prepare the vehicle as described under "Preparing the vehicle" on page ( page 229). Turn pump holder counterclockwise to loosen ( page 207). Take the spare wheel out of wheel well. Lifting the vehicle Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by blocking wheels with wheel chocks (not included) or other sizable objects. When changing wheel on a level surface: Place one chock in front of and one behind the wheel that is diagonally opposite to the wheel being changed. When changing wheel on a hill: Place chocks on the downhill side blocking both wheels of the other axle. Take the vehicle tool kit and the jack out of the trunk. G G Do not exceed vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). A TIREFIT repair is not designed to operate at higher speeds. The sticker must be attached on the instrument cluster where it will be easily seen by the driver. Vehicle handling characteristics may change. Adapt your driving accordingly. 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 spare wheel mounted. Adapt your driving style accordingly. 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/h). Drive to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible to have the spare wheel replaced with a regular road wheel. Never operate the vehicle with more than one spare wheel mounted. Replace your TIREFIT container every four years. Replacement containers are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 238