2006 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 411

Practical hints Flat tire Warning! G i The flat tire may be transported in the trunk when the retractable hardtop is raised. Use the protective sheet provided with the spare wheel. Do not activate the tire inflation pressure monitor until the deflated tire has been removed from the vehicle. Lowering the vehicle Lower vehicle by turning crank counterclockwise until the full weight of the vehicle is resting on the ground. Pull the jack out of the jack support tube. Follow recommend inflation pressures. Do not overinflate tires. Overinflating tires can result in sudden deflation (blowout) because they are more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris, potholes, etc. Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being overheated. Detach the electric air pump. Stow the electrical plug and the air hose behind the flap and place the air pump back in the trunk. 1 - 5 Wheel bolts Tighten the five wheel bolts evenly, following the diagonal sequence illustrated (1 to 5), until all bolts are tight. Observe a tightening torque of 96 lb-ft (130 Nm). 410