2004 Mercedes ML-Class Owner's Manual - Page 259

Practical hints Where will I find ...? Spare wheel (space-saver tire) Use the spare wheel only temporarily, while observing the following restrictions: Do not exceed vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Drive to the nearest repair facility to have the flat tire repaired or replaced as appropriate. Do not operate vehicle with more than one spare wheel mounted. Warning! Removing spare wheel Warning! G Exercise care when removing or installing spare wheel to prevent personal injury. The spare wheel is located behind the rear bumper. 2 Screw 3 Spare wheel carrier 4 Lever Turn screw 2 counterclockwise using the wrench ( page 258). Screw 2 remains in spare wheel carrier 3. 1 Cover Hold left and right side of cover 1 and pull away from bumper. Lift spare wheel carrier slightly and push lever 4 to the right using screwdriver ( page 257). Swing spare wheel carrier 3 down and pull it out from under the bumper. G 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. i Please comply with the instructions for "Mounting the spare wheel" ( page 274). 259