NOTICE
Avoid heavy impacts and drive around ob-
stacles if possible. Tyres can be deformed
by potholes and curb edges especially. This
can cause damage to the tyres and wheels.
NOTICE
Do not damage the valves when
fitting
dif-
ferent tyres. Never drive without valve caps.
This could cause damage to the valves.
Old tyres should be disposed of as re-
quired by legislation.
If the spare tyre is not the same as the
tyres that are mounted on the car - for
example in the case of winter tyres or
a temporary spare wheel - only use the
spare tyre in the event of a breakdown for
a short period of time and drive with extra
care. Replace the temporary spare wheel
with a normal wheel as soon as possible.
Tyres that are approved for the vehicle
are guaranteed to have the dimen-
sions that are suitable for the vehicle. In the
case of other tyres, the tyre seller must pro-
vide a
certificate
from the tyre manufactur-
er stating that the tyre is also suitable for
the vehicle. Store the
certificate
in a safe
place and keep it in the vehicle.
Wheel rims and wheel bolts
Please refer to at the start of the
chapter on page 335.
Wheel rims, tyres and wheel bolts are
matched to the vehicle type. If the wheel
rims are changed, wheel bolts with the cor-
rect length and cap form must therefore be
used. This ensures that the brakes can
function correctly and that the vehicle
drives smoothly and safely.
For technical reasons, it is not generally
possible to use the wheel rims from other
vehicles. This can also even apply to wheel
rims of the same vehicle type. If you wish to
switch to a
different
tyre and wheel rim
combination, always consult a suitably
qualified
workshop.
The tightening torque of the wheel bolts
must be checked regularly with a correctly
functioning torque wrench
→
page 353.
Wheel bolts
The correct wheel bolts must always be
used for each vehicle type and these must
always be tightened with the correct tight-
ening torque
→
page 353.
Wheel rims with bolted-on rim ring or
trim elements
Wheel rims with bolted-on rim ring or trim
elements consist of several parts. These
parts are connected to each other by
means of special bolts. Damaged wheel
rims and trim elements must be replaced
and must be repaired only by a suitably
qualified
workshop.
Wheel rim identification
In some countries, new wheel rims must be
provided with information on certain prop-
erties. The following information may be
provided on the wheel rim:
— Conformity mark.
— Rim size.
— Name of manufacturer or brand.
— Date of manufacture (month/year).
— Country of origin.
— Production number.
— Raw material batch number.
— Commodity code.
WARNING
Use of unsuitable or damaged wheel rims
can impair driving safety and cause acci-
dents and serious injuries.
·
Use only wheel rims that are approved
for the vehicle.
·
Check the wheel rims regularly for
damage and replace them if necessary.
WARNING
Incorrect loosening and tightening of the
bolt on wheel rims with bolted-on rim
rings can cause accidents and serious in-
juries.
·
Never loosen the bolts on wheel rims
with bolted-on rings.
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