Mercedes-Benz GLS 2023, Operator'S Manual

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impair the steering and handling characteris-
tics and lead to brake failure.
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Observe the load rating of the tires.
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The load rating must be at least half the
permissible axle load of the vehicle.
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Never overload the tires by exceeding
the maximum load.
The Tire and Loading Information placard is on the
B-pillar on the driver's side of the vehicle.
1 Tire and Loading Information placard
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The data shown in the illustration is example
data.
The Tire and Loading Information placard shows
the following information:
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Maximum number of seats 2 according to
the maximum number of people permitted to
travel in the vehicle.
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Maximum permissible load
3
comprises the
gross weight of all vehicle occupants, load and
luggage.
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Recommended tire pressure 1 for cold tires.
The recommended tire pressures are valid for
the maximum permissible load and up to the
maximum permissible vehicle speed.
Please also note:
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Information on permissible weights and loads
on the vehicle identification plate
(
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page 411).
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Information on tire pressure in the tire pres-
sure table (
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page 377).
Further related subjects:
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Determining the maximum permissible load
(
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page 381)
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Notes on tire pressure (
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page 375).
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
The following steps have been developed as
required of all manufacturers under Title 49, Code
of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575, pursuant to
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