Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon, Operator'S Manual

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Tires
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* The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the tire pressure difference between the wheels is too
great.
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Check the tire pressure and add air, if necessary.
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When the tire pressure is correct, restart the tire pressure monitoring system.
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* The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. The wheel position is displayed.
& WARNING Risk of an accident due to insufficient tire pressure
Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards:
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The tires may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
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The tires may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may greatly impair tire traction.
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The driving characteristics, as well as steering and braking, may be greatly impaired.
You could then lose control of the vehicle.
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Observe the recommended tire pressure.
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Adjust the tire pressure if necessary.
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Stop the vehicle, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
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Check the tire pressure and the tires.
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