2009 Mercedes SLR McLaren Owner's Manual - Page 259
2009 Mercedes SLR McLaren Manual
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Operation Tires and wheels Tires and wheels For safety reasons, only use tires and rims which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for use on SLR vehicles. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for summer and winter operation. They can also offer advice concerning tire service and purchase. Warning! Warning! Important guidelines G Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If the tire tread is badly worn, or if the tires have sustained damage, replace them. Have worn or damaged tires replaced in pairs (front pair or rear pair) an make sure the tires rotate in the direction specified ( page 262). Otherwise, the driving stability of the vehicle will be adversely affected, especially when driving at high speeds. When replacing rims, only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for the particular rim type. Failure to do so can result in the bolts loosening and possibly an accident. Retreaded tires are not tested or recommended by Mercedes-Benz, since previous damage cannot always be recognized on retreads. The operating safety of the vehicle cannot be assured when such tires are used. ! A wheel change should only be carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Otherwise there is a danger of damaging the vehicle by jacking it up incorrectly. For the first 100 miles (160 km) avoid high-speed cornering. Do not exceed a speed of 125 mph (200 km/h).1 Only use sets of tires and rims of the same type and make. Tires must be of the correct size for the rim. Regularly check the tires and rims for damage. Dented or bent rims can cause tire inflation pressure loss and damage to the tire beads. If vehicle is heavily loaded, check tire inflation pressure and correct as required. G Replace rims or tires with the same designation, manufacturer and type as shown on the original part. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for further information. If incorrectly sized rims and tires are mounted: The wheel brakes or suspension components can be damaged. The operating clearance of the wheels and the tires may no longer be correct. 1 Please always drive carefully and obey applicable speed limits. 259