2004 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 292
2004 Mercedes S-Class Manual
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Operation Tires and wheels Rotating wheels ! Warning! G Rotate front and rear wheels only if they are of the same size. On vehicles with the same wheel size all around, wheels can be rotated every 3000 to 6000 miles (5000 to 10000 km), or sooner if necessary, according to the degree of tire wear. The same direction of tire rotation must be retained. Rotate the wheels before the characteristic tire wear pattern becomes visible (shoulder wear on front wheels and tread center wear on rear wheels). Thoroughly clean the inner side of the wheels after each rotation. Check and ensure proper tire inflation pressure. If necessary, activate the tire inflation pressure monitor. Your vehicle is equipped with a tire inflation pressure monitor, there are electronic components built into the wheel. Do not use mounting tools in the area of the valve as they could damage the electronic components. To prevent damage or incorrect installation, have the tires changed at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! G Have the tightening torque checked after changing a wheel. Wheels could become loose if not tightened with a torque of 110 lb-ft (150 Nm). Use only genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for your vehicle's rims. For information on wheel change, see the "Practical hints" section ( page 344) and ( page 361). 291