2007 MERCEDES-BENZ SLR CLASS tire size

383 Technical data
Rims and tires
Only Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
722 Edition:
Lightweight-style
Front axle:
Rims (light alloy)9 J x 19
Wheel offset1.83 in (46.5 mm)
Summer tires (radial-ply tires)255/35 ZR19 (96Y) XL1
Rear axle:
Rims (light alloy)111/2 J x 19
Wheel offset1.73 in (44 mm)
Summer tires (radial-ply tires)295/30 ZR19 (100Y) XL1
1Must not be used with snow chains.
!Only use Michelin tires of the sizes and
types noted above. They are the only tires
approved for use on the Mercedes-Benz SLR
McLaren 722 Edition. Use of tires not specially
approved for the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
722 Edition could result in unanticipated perfor-
mance characteristics. For more information,
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

384 Technical data
Rims and tires
Winter tires*
Only Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren:
Front axle:
Rims (light alloy)9 J x 18
Wheel offset1.77 in (45 mm)
Tires (radial-ply tires)245/40 R18 97V XL M+S.
Rear axle:
Rims (light alloy)9 J x 18
Wheel offset1.77 in (45 mm)
Tires (radial-ply tires)245/40 R18 97V XL M+S.
!Only use Michelin tires of the sizes and
types noted above. They are the only tires
approved for use on the SLR. Use of tires not
specially approved for the SLR could result in
unanticipated performance characteristics. For
more information, contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.

385 Technical data
Rims and tires
Only Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
722 Edition:
Front axle:
Rims (light alloy)9 J x 19
Wheel offset1.83 in (46.5 mm)
Tires (radial-ply tires)255/35 R19V 96 XL M+S.1
Rear axle:
Rims (light alloy)9 J x 19
Wheel offset1.83 in (46.5 mm)
Tires (radial-ply tires)255/35 R19V 96 XL M+S.1
1Must not be used with snow chains.
!Only use Dunlop tires of the sizes and types
noted above. They are the only tires approved for
use on the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722
Edition. Use of tires not specially approved for
the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 Edition
could result in unanticipated performance char-
acteristics. For more information, contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

401 Technical terms
Instrument cluster
The displays and indicator/warning
lamps in the driver’s field of vision, in-
cluding the tachometer, speedometer,
engine temperature and fuel gauge.
Kickdown
Depressing the accelerator past the
point of resistance shifts the transmis-
sion down to the lowest possible. This
very quickly accelerates the vehicle
and should not be used for normal
acceleration needs.
Kilopascal (kPa)
(
page 285)
Maximum load rating
(
page 285)
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(
page 285)
Maximum tire inflation pressure
(
page 285)MON
(M
otor Octane Number)
The Motor Octane Number for gasoline
as determined by a standardized
method. It is an indication of a gaso-
line's ability to resist undesired detona-
tion (knocking). The average of both
the MON (Motor Octane Number) and
RON (Research Octane Number) is
posted at the pump, also known as
ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.
Multifunction display
Two display fields in the instrument
cluster used to present information
provided by the control system.
Multifunction steering wheel
Steering wheel with buttons for
operating the control system.
Normal occupant weight
(
page 285)OCS
(O
ccupant Classification System)
The system automatically turns the
front passenger front air bag on or off
based on the classified occupant size
category determined by weight sensor
readings from the seat.
Overspeed range
Engine speeds within the red marking
on the tachometer dial. Avoid this
engine speed range, as it may result in
serious engine damage that is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
Poly-V-belt drive
Drives engine-components (alternator,
AC compressor, etc.) from the engine.

420 Index
Low tire pressure telltale 29, 311
Messages in the multifunction
display 324, 346
Ply composition and material
used 283, 286
Problems under-/overinflation 273
Retreads 258
Rims and tires 381
Rotation 287
Service life 260
Size designation 274
Sizes 382
Snow chains 291
Speed rating 241, 274, 276, 286
Storing 261
Temperature 268, 283
Terminology 284
TIN 279
TIREFIT kit 362
Traction 241, 282
Tread depth 260, 290
Treadwear indicators 260
Vehicle maximum load on 286
Wear pattern 287
Winter* 290Top tether, see Children in the vehicle
Total load limit 286
Tow-away alarm 94
Towing 370
Transmission damage 372
Towing eye bolt 353
Installing/reinstalling 372
Traction 85, 175, 241, 286
Transmission gear selector lever see Gear
selector lever
Transmission see Automatic transmission
Transporting the vehicle 372
Traveling abroad 243
Tread 286
Tread depth 260, 290
Treadwear indicators 286
Trip computer 139
Trip odometer 115, 117Trunk
Closing 103
Emergency release 104
Lamp 113
Lock 102
Message in the multifunction
display 352
Opening 101, 102
Opening in an emergency 355
Parcel net 207
Trunk lid rack 230
Turn signals 51
Additional in mirrors 360
Indicator lamps 29
Messages in the multifunction
display 342
Replacing bulbs 359
Turning off the engine 56

421 Index
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards 286
Units, Setting
Digital speedometer 132
Unleaded gasoline, Premium 247, 392
Useful features 206
V
Vacuum line routing diagram label 378
Vehicle
Batteries 256
Control system, Settings menu 129
Dimensions 387
Locking/unlocking 38, 57, 98, 105
Modifications and alterations, Operat-
ing safety 20
Towing 370
Transporting 372
Unlocking in an emergency 355
Vehicle care 295
Vehicle Identification Number see VIN
Vehicle lighting 249
Vehicle literature portfolio 353Vehicle loading 261
Load limit 262
Roof and trunk lid racks 230
Terminology 284
Vehicle maximum load on the tire 286
Vehicle Recovery services, Stolen
(Tele Aid) 221
Vehicle status message memory
menu 128
Vehicle washing 296
VIN 378, 403
W
Warning lamps see Lamps, Indicator and
warning
Warning sounds
Drivers seat belts 74
Exterior lamps 57
Parking brake 50
Warranty coverage 14, 377
Washer fluid see Windshield washer fluid
Washer reservoir level 257
Washing the vehicle 295
Wear pattern, Tires 287
Wheel bolts
Anti-theft wheel nuts 288
Tightening torque 287Wheels, Sizes 382
Wheels, Tires and 258
Windows see Power windows
Windshield
Cleaning 297
Defogging 194
Windshield washer fluid 257, 397
Message in the multifunction
display 352
Mixing ratio 397
Refilling 257
Wiping with 53
Windshield washer system 397
Windshield wipers 27, 52
Cleaning wiper blades 297
Replacing wiper blades 361
Single wipe 53
Winter driving 290
Instructions 242
Snow chains 291
Tires* 290
Winter tires* 290