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Make sure there are no vibrations, noises or
unusual handling characteristics when the vehicle
is in motion. This may indicate that the wheels or
tires are damaged. Hidden tire damage could also
be causing the unusual handling characteristics.
If you suspect that a tire is malfunctioning, reduce
your speed immediately and have the tires and
wheels checked at a quali ed specialist workshop.
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WARNING
ARNING Risk of injury through damaged
tires
Damaged tires can cause tire pressure loss.
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Check the tires regularly for signs of
damage and replace any damaged tires
immediately.
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WARNING
ARNING Risk of hydroplaning due to
insu cient tire tread
Insu cient tire tread will result in reduced tire
grip.
In heavy rain or slush the risk of hydroplaning
is increased, in particular where speed is not
adapted to suit the conditions.
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Thus, you should regularly check the
tread depth and the condition of the
tread across the entire width of all tires.
Minimum tread depth for:
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Summer tires:
â
in (3 mm)
R
M+S tires:
ã
in (4 mm)
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For safety reasons, replace the tires
before the legally-prescribed limit for the
minimum tread depth is reached.
Carry out the following checks on all wheels regu-
larly, at least once a month or as required, for
example, prior to a long journey or driving o -
road:
R
Check the tire pressure (
/
page 315).
R
Visually inspect wheels and tires for damage.
R
Check the valve caps.
R
Visual check of the tire tread depth and the
tire contact surface across the entire width.
The minimum tread depth for summer tires is
â
in (3 mm) and for winter tires
ã
in (4 mm).
Six marks
1
show where the bar indicators
(arrow) are integrated into the tire tread. They are
visible once a tire tread depth of approximately
á
in (1.6 mm) has been reached.
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