2010 MERCEDES-BENZ G550 flat tire

GWarning!
If the spare tire is more than 6 years old or is
not the same model as the regular tires, have
the spare tire replaced with a new tire at the
nearest Mercedes-Benz Center.
Never operate the vehicle with more than one
spare wheel mounted.
GWarning!
G 55 AMG:
Rim and tire size of spare wheel and regular
wheel differ. Handling will be adversely
affected when the spare wheel is used.
Do not exceed the maximum speed of 50
mph (80 km/h).
Preparing the vehicle
XWhenever possible, park the vehicle in a
safe distance from moving traffic on a hard,
flat surface.XTurn on the hazard warning flasher.XTurn the steering wheel so that the front
wheels are in a straight-ahead position.XEngage the parking brake.XShift the automatic transmission into park
position P.XTurn off the engine.XRemove the SmartKey from the starter
switch.XHave any passenger exit the vehicle at a
safe distance from the roadway. Open
doors only when conditions are safe to do
so.
Mounting the spare wheel
Introduction
XPrepare the vehicle as described
( Y page 240).GWarning!
You must remove the spare wheel from the
spare wheel carrier before lifting the vehicle.
Otherwise the vehicle could fall off the jack
and injure you or others.
XRemove the spare wheel from the spare
wheel carrier.XTake the vehicle tool kit out of the vehicle.XTake the jack out of the vehicle.
For information on where to find the
respective items, see “Where will I find ...?”
( Y page 200) and ( Y page 201).
i Vehicles without spare wheel are not
factory-equipped with the tools required for
a wheel change such as a jack or a wheel
wrench. Some tools required for a wheel
change are specific to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center to obtain the tools approved for
your vehicle. This section describes the
wheel change using the tools approved and
recommended for your vehicle.
Lifting the vehicle
GWarning!
When jacking up the vehicle, only use the jack
which has been specifically approved by
Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle.
The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up
the vehicle under the axle housing. Make sure
the jack is positioned correctly under the axle
housing. The jack must always be vertical
when in use, especially on inclines or
declines.
The jack is intended only for lifting the vehicle
briefly for wheel changes. It is not suited for
performing maintenance work under the
vehicle. To help avoid personal injury, use the
jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel
change.
Never get beneath the vehicle while it is
supported by the jack. Keep hands and feet
away from the area under the lifted vehicle.
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Always lower the vehicle onto sufficient
capacity jackstands before working under the
vehicle.
Always firmly engage the parking brake and
block the wheels with wheel chocks or other
sizeable objects before raising the vehicle
with the jack. Do not disengage the parking
brake while the vehicle is raised.
Make sure that the ground on which the
vehicle is standing and where you place the
jack is solid, level and not slippery. If
necessary, use a large underlay. On slippery
surfaces, such as tiled floors, you should use
a non-slip underlay, for example a rubber mat.
Do not use wooden blocks or similar objects
to support the jack. Otherwise the jack may
not be able to achieve its load-bearing
capacity if it is not at its full height.
Never start the engine when the vehicle is
raised.
Also observe the notes on the jack.
XPrevent the vehicle from rolling away by
blocking wheels with wheel chocks (not
included) or other sizeable objects.
When changing a wheel on a level surface:
XPlace a wheel chock or other sizeable
object in front of and another wheel chock
or other sizeable object behind the wheel
that is diagonally opposite to the wheel
being changed.
Always try lifting the vehicle using the jack on
a level surface. However, should
circumstances require you to do so on a hill:
XPlace wheel chocks or other sizeable
objects on the downhill side in front of both
wheels on the side opposite to the side on
which the wheel is to be changed.
GWarning!
Only jack up the vehicle on level ground or on
slight inclines/declines. Otherwise, the
vehicle could fall off the jack and injure you or
others.
XOn the wheel to be changed, loosen but do
not yet remove the wheel bolts
(approximately one full turn with wheel
wrench :).
! Do not position the jack on the body of
the vehicle, as this may cause damage to
the vehicle.
XPlace the jack on firm ground.XPosition the jack under the axle housing so
that it is always vertical as seen from the
side, even if the vehicle is parked on an
incline.
Make sure the the jack is positioned
correctly under the axle housing. The axle
must fall into the jack contour.
XJack up the vehicle until the wheel is a
maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from the ground.
Removing the wheel
XUnscrew and remove the wheel bolts.Flat tire241Practical hints463_AKB; 3; 35, en-USd2ureepe,Version: 2.11.8.12009-07-16T20:59:56+02:00 - Seite 241Z

! Do not place wheel bolts in sand or dirt.
This could result in damage to the wheel
bolts and wheel hub threads.
XRemove the wheel.
Attaching the spare wheel
GWarning!
Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged
or rusted.
Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts.
Damaged wheel hub threads should be
repaired immediately. Do not continue to
drive under these circumstances! Contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call
Roadside Assistance.
Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tightened
wheel bolts can cause the wheel to come off.
This could cause an accident. Make sure to
use the correct wheel bolts.
GWarning!
Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts.
Other wheel bolts may come loose.
Do not tighten the wheel bolts when the
vehicle is raised. Otherwise the vehicle could
fall off the jack.
XClean contact surfaces of wheel and wheel
hub.
! To avoid paint damage, place wheel flat
against hub and hold it there while
installing first wheel bolt.
XGuide the spare wheel onto the wheel hub
and push it on.
XInsert the wheel bolts and tighten them
slightly.
Lowering the vehicle
XUsing the pump handle, turn the release
bolt of the jack counterclockwise
approximately one turn.
iNever turn the release bolt of the jack
more than one or two revolutions.
Otherwise hydraulic fluid can escape.
XLower the vehicle until the vehicle is resting
fully on its own weight.
XRemove the jack.XTighten the five wheel bolts evenly,
following the diagonal sequence illustrated
(: to A), until all bolts are tight. Observe
a tightening torque of 96 lb-ft (130 Nm).
GWarning!
Have the tightening torque checked after
changing a wheel. The wheels could come
loose if they are not tightened to a torque of
96 lb-ft (130 Nm).
XDisassemble the pump handle.XPress the jack piston in and close the
release bolt.
XStore the jack and the other vehicle tools
in the designated storage space.
XAfter changing the wheel, secure the
damaged wheel on the spare wheel carrier
(Y page 201). Make sure the wheel cannot
come loose.
XCheck the tire inflation pressure and
correct it if necessary.
Follow recommended cold tire inflation
pressures listed on the Tire and Loading
Information placard on the driver’s door
B-pillar (Y page 166).
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Main dimensions G 55 AMGOverall vehicle
height77.4 in (1 965 mm)Wheelbase112.2 in (2 850 mm)Track, front59.1 in (1 501 mm)Track, rear59.1 in (1 501 mm)Ground
clearance, front7.9 in (200 mm)Ground
clearance, rear7.9 in (200 mm)Turning circle43.6 ft (13.3 m)Weights and ratings G 55 AMGGross Vehicle
Weight Rating
(GVWR) 196
615 lb (3 000 kg)Gross Axle
Weight Rating
(GAWR), front 203
263 lb (1 480 kg)Gross Axle
Weight Rating
(GAWR), rear 203
965 lb (1 800 kg)
Rims and tires
Notes
! Only use tires which have been tested and
approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tires
approved by Mercedes-Benz are developed
to provide best possible performance in
conjunction with the driving safety systems
on your vehicle such as the ABS or the
ESP ®
. Tires specially developed for your
vehicle and tested and approved by
Mercedes-Benz can be identified by finding
the following on the tire’s sidewall:
R MO =
Mercedes-Benz Original
equipment tires
May not apply to all approved tires. For
information on tested and approved
tires, contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center.
Using tires other than those approved by
Mercedes-Benz may result in damage that
is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
! Using tires other than those approved by
Mercedes-Benz can have detrimental
effects, such as
R poor handling characteristics
R increased noise
R increased fuel consumption
Moreover, tires and rims not approved by
Mercedes-Benz may, under load, exhibit
dimensional variations and different tire
deformation characteristics that could
cause them to come into contact with the
vehicle body or axle parts. Damage to the
tires or the vehicle may be the result.
i Further information on tires and rims is
available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center. The Tire and Loading Information
placard with the recommended tire
inflation pressures for cold tires is located
on the driver’s door B-pillar. Supplemental
tire inflation pressure information for
driving at high speeds or for vehicle loads
less than the maximum loaded vehicle
condition can be found on the tire inflation
pressure label. The tire inflation pressure
label is located on the inside of the fuel filler
flap. The tire inflation pressure should be
checked regularly and should only be
adjusted on cold tires. Follow tire
19 The GVWR is the maximum permissible vehicle weight. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) comprises weight
of vehicle including fuel, tools, spare wheel, installed accessories, passengers, cargo, and if applicable, trailer
tongue load. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR.
20 The GAWR is the maximum permissible axle weight.258Rims and tiresTechnical data
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manufacturer’s maintenance
recommendation included with the vehicle.
For information on recommended tire
inflation pressure and supplemental tire
inflation pressure information for special
driving situations, see ( Y page 159).
i Please keep in mind that the vehicle must
be equipped
R with wheels of identical dimensions on
each axle (left and right)
R with tires of identical characteristics all
around, i.e. summer tires, winter tires, or
all-season tires etc.i The following pages also list the approved
rim and tire sizes for equipping your vehicle
with winter tires. Winter tires are not
available as standard or optional factory
equipment, but can be purchased from an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Equipping your vehicle with winter tires
approved for your vehicle model may
require the purchase of rims of the
recommended size for use with these
winter tires. This depends on vehicle model
and the standard or optional factory-
equipped wheel rim/tire configuration on
your vehicle. For more information contact
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Same size tires
G 550G 55 AMG18" wheelsRims (light alloy)
Wheel offset7.5 J x 18 H2
1.69 in (43 mm)7.5 J x 18 H2
1.69 in (43 mm)All-season tires 21265/60 R18 110V M+S—Winter tires21,22—265/60 R18 109H
M+S iG 55 AMG19" wheelsAMG rims (light alloy)
Wheel offset9.5 J x 19 H2
1.97 in (50 mm)All-season tires 21,23275/55 R19 111V M+S
Spare wheel
G 550G 55 AMGRim (light alloy)
Wheel offset7.5 J x 18 H2
1.69 in (43 mm)7.5 J x 18 H2
1.69 in (43 mm)All-season tire 24265/60 R18 110V M+S265/60 R18 110V M+S21
Radial-ply tires.
22 Not available as factory equipment.
23 Must not be used with snow chains.
24 Radial-ply tire.Rims and tires259Technical data463_AKB; 3; 35, en-USd2ureepe,Version: 2.11.8.12009-07-16T20:59:56+02:00 - Seite 259Z