2010 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 278
2010 Mercedes SLK-Class Manual
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171_AKB; 3; 60, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-11T16:00:23+02:00 - Seite 276 Version: 2.11.8.1 276 Flat tire After attaining a tire inflation pressure of at least 26 psi (1.8 bar): X Press 0 on electric air pump switch =. The electric air pump is switched off. X Detach the TIREFIT kit from the tire valve. If the tire inflation pressure is at least 20 psi (1.3 bar), inflate or deflate the tire to the correct tire inflation pressure (see Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver's door B-pillar): G Warning! The air hose may still be hot. Exercise proper caution to avoid burning yourself when detaching the electric air pump. Practical hints ! Remaining TIREFIT sealant could escape from the filler hose after it has been detached from the tire valve. TIREFIT sealant may cause stains. Therefore, cover the filler hose, e.g. by inserting it into the plastic bag the TIREFIT kit was packed in. X Version 2 X Drive off immediately. G Warning! Do not exceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). A TIREFIT repair is not designed to operate at higher speeds. The sticker must be attached on the instrument cluster where it will be easily seen by the driver. Vehicle handling characteristics of a TIREFIT repaired tire may change. Adapt your driving accordingly. X To increase tire inflation pressure: Switch on the electric air pump. X To decrease tire inflation pressure: Version 1: Open vent screw F on pressure gauge G (Y page 275). Version 2: Press yellow deflate button a located in air pump housing next to pressure gauge G. After driving the vehicle for an initial 10 minutes, check the tire inflation pressure using pressure gauge. G Warning! If tire inflation pressure has fallen below 20 psi (1.3 bar) do not continue to drive the vehicle. Park your vehicle safely away from the roadway and contact the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or Roadside Assistance. Have the damaged tire replaced. G Observe Safety notes, see page 201. X Drive to the nearest qualified workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, to have the damaged tire replaced. X Recommended duration of use: A maximum of 300 miles (500 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) or below with the recommended tire inflation pressure. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible to obtain a new TIREFIT kit. X Bring used TIREFIT materials to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for proper disposal. X Replace your TIREFIT container every 4 years. Replacement containers are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.