2007 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 413

Practical hints Flat tire i The flat tire may be transported in the trunk when the retractable hardtop is raised. If available, use a protective sheet on the spare wheel. Vehicles with TPMS or Advanced TPMS*: Do not activate the tire inflation pressure monitor until a full size wheel/tire with functioning sensor has been placed back into service on the vehicle. 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). Warning! Before storing the jack in the trunk, crank back to storage position and fold in the arm. G i For information on storing the spare wheel back into the trunk, see "Storing the spare wheel after use" ( page 390). Replacing jack support tube cover Slide tongue of cover under the upper edge of the tube opening. Applying even pressure, press cover until it snaps into place. Be careful not to damage the locking tabs or clamp the plastic retaining strap. 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. Have the tightening torque checked after changing a wheel. The wheels could come loose if they are not tightened to a torque of 96 lb-ft (130 Nm). Warning! G When turning the wheel wrench to tighten the wheel bolts, make sure you position hands on the wrench in such a way that you avoid injury to yourself, such as scraping your hands against the wheel. Make sure turning the wheel wrench will not scratch or damage the wheel rim. 1 - 5 Wheel bolts 412