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You can deactivate ESP
®
to pull away
(
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page 145). This allows the wheels to spin,
achieving an increased driving force.
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WARNING Risk of accident due to insuffi-
cient or excessive tire pressure
Underinflated or overinflated tires pose in par-
ticular the following risks:
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The tires can burst.
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The tires can wear excessively and/or
unevenly.
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The driving characteristics as well as the
steering and braking characteristics may
be greatly impaired.
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Comply with the recommended tire pres-
sures and check the tire pressure of all
tires, including the spare wheel, regu-
larly:
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Monthly
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When the load changes
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Before embarking on a longer journey
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If operating conditions change, e.g. off-
road driving
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Adjust the tire pressure, if necessary.
Driving with tire pressure that is too high or too low
can:
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shorten the service life of the tires
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cause increased tire damage
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adversely affect handling characteristics and
thus driving safety, for example, due to hydro-
planing
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WARNING Risk of accident due to too low
a tire pressure
Tires with pressure that is too low can overheat
and burst as a consequence.
In addition, they also suffer from irregular wear,
which can significantly impair the braking prop-
erties and the handling characteristics.
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Avoid excessively low tire pressure.
Tire pressure which is too low can cause:
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Tire defects as a result of overheating
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Impaired handling characteristics
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Irregular wear
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Increased fuel consumption
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WARNING Risk of accident due to too high
a tire pressure
Tires with excessively high pressure can burst.
In addition, they also suffer from irregular wear,
which can significantly impair the braking prop-
erties and the handling characteristics.
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Avoid excessively high tire pressures.
Excessively high tire pressure can result in:
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Increased braking distance
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Impaired handling characteristics
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Irregular wear
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Impaired driving comfort
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Susceptibility to damage
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WARNING Risk of accident due to repea-
ted pressure drop in the tires
The wheels, valves or tires could be damaged.
Too low a tire pressure can lead to the tires
bursting.
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Examine the tires for foreign objects.
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Check whether the tire has a puncture or
the valve has a leak.
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If you are unable to rectify the damage,
contact a qualified specialist workshop.
You can find information on recommended tire
pressures for the vehicle's factory-installed tires
on the following labels:
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Tire and Loading Information placard on the
B‑pillar of your vehicle (
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page 251).
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Tire pressure table on the inside of the fuel
filler flap .
Observe the maximum tire pressure
(
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page 255).
Use a suitable pressure gage to check the tire
pressure. The outer appearance of a tire does not
permit any reliable conclusion about the tire pres-
sure.
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