Mercedes-Benz G 550 2021, Operator'S Manual

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Only use tires, wheels and accessories that
have been checked and recommended by
Mercedes-Benz.
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NOTE Risk to driving safety from retrea‐
ded tires
Retreaded tires are neither tested nor recom‐
mended by Mercedes-Benz, since previous
damage cannot always be detected on
retreaded tires.
For this reason driving safety cannot be guar‐
anteed.
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Do not use used tires if you have no
information about their previous usage.
* NOTE Possible wheel and tire damage
when driving over obstacles
Large wheels have a lower tire section width.
As the section width decreases, the risk of
wheels and tires being damaged when driv‐
ing over obstacles increases.
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Avoid obstacles or drive over them with
particular care.
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Reduce speed when driving over curbs,
speed bumps, manhole covers and pot‐
holes.
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Avoid especially high curbs.
* NOTE Damage to electronic component
parts from the use of tire-mounting tools
Vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring
system: Electronic component parts are
located in the wheel. Tire-mounting tools
should not be used in the area of the valve.
This could otherwise damage the electronic
component parts.
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Have the tires changed at a qualified
specialist workshop only.
* NOTE Damage to summer tires at low
ambient temperatures
At low ambient temperatures, tears could
form when driving with summer tires, caus‐
ing permanent damage to the tires.
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At temperatures below 45 °F (7 °C),
use M+S tires .
Accessory parts that are not approved for your
vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used
correctly can impair the operating safety.
Before purchasing and using non-approved
accessories, visit a qualified specialist workshop
and inquire about the following:
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Suitability
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Legal stipulations
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Factory recommendations
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WARNING Risk of accident with high
performance tires
There is an increased risk of skidding and
hydroplaning when using sport tires on wet
roads.
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