2011 MERCEDES-BENZ E63AMG spare tire

Behind the side trim panel
XOpen the right-hand side trim panel if the
first-aid kit is in the side trim panel.
XRemove first-aid kit :.
iCheck the expiration date on the first-aid
kit at least once a year. Replace the
contents if necessary, and replace missing
contents.
Vehicle tool kit
The vehicle tool kit can be found in the
stowage well under the trunk floor/cargo
compartment floor.
iVehicles without a spare wheel are not
equipped with the tools needed to change
a wheel when they leave the factory, e.g.
jack or lug wrench. Some tools for changing
a wheel are specific to the vehicle. To
obtain tools approved for your vehicle, visit
a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
XSedan with TIREFIT kit32: swing the trunk
floor upwards (Y page 285).
XWagon with TIREFIT kit: remove the seat
cushions of the folding bench seat
(Y page 108).
XLift the cargo compartment floor up.:TIREFIT kit;Electric air pump=Jack?Towing eyeALug wrenchBFuse allocation chart/one pair of glovesCFolding wheel chockDAlignment boltXSedan with spare wheel/"Minispare"
emergency spare wheel: swing the trunk
floor upwards (Y page 285).
XWagon with spare wheel/"Minispare"
emergency spare wheel: remove the seat
cushions of the folding bench seat
(Y page 108).
XLift the cargo compartment floor up.:Vehicle tool kit tray;Stowage well=Spare wheel/"Minispare" emergency
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The vehicle tool kit contains:
RFoldable wheel chock
RFuse allocation chart
RJack
RAlignment bolt
ROne pair of gloves
RLug wrench
RTowing eye
XVehicles with "Minispare" emergency
spare wheel33: swing the trunk floor
upwards (Y page 285).
:Towing eye;One pair of gloves=Jack?Folding wheel chockAAlignment boltBSheet for faulty wheelCElectric air pumpDLug wrenchEFuse allocation chart
"Minispare" emergency spare tire/
collapsible emergency spare tire
Removing the "Minispare" emergency
spare wheel/collapsible spare wheel
Opening the stowage well
Sedan: the emergency spare wheel can be
found in the stowage well under the trunk
floor.
XLift the trunk floor upwards (Y page 285).
Example: well insert
XRelease tabs : on the right of well
insert ;.
XReach into recess = of well insert ;,
swing the insert up and remove it.
Wagon: the emergency spare wheel is
located in the stowage well under the cargo
compartment floor.
XRemove the seat cushions of the folding
bench seat (Y page 108).
XLift the cargo compartment floor up.
Removing the emergency spare wheel:
Sedan
Example: Sedan
XRemove vehicle tool kit tray :.XTurn stowage well ; counter-clockwise
and remove it.
XRemove "Minispare" emergency spare
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For further information on changing a wheel
and mounting the spare wheel, see
( Y page 331).
Removing the emergency spare wheel:
Wagon
Example: emergency spare wheel
XRemove vehicle tool kit tray : by
recess ;.XRemove "Minispare" emergency spare
wheel =.
For further information on changing a wheel
and mounting the spare wheel, see
( Y page 331).
Removing the emergency spare wheel:
AMG vehicles
XReach into recess : of the tool holder and
lift it up.XRemove collapsible spare wheel ;.
For further information on changing a wheel
and mounting the spare wheel, see
( Y page 331).
Stowing a used collapsible spare wheel
Take the following steps to stow a used
collapsible spare wheel. It will otherwise not
fit in the spare wheel well. Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you have this work carried
out at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
! Only place the collapsible spare wheel in
the vehicle when it is dry. Otherwise,
moisture may get into the vehicle.
XUnscrew the valve cap from the valve.XUse the back of the valve cap to unscrew
the valve insert from the valve and release
the air.
i Fully deflating the tire can take a few
minutes.
XScrew the valve insert back into the valve.XScrew the valve cap back on.XRemove the protective film from the vehicle
tool kit and wrap it around the collapsible
spare wheel.XStow the collapsible spare wheel in the
emergency spare wheel well under the
trunk.
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Preparing the vehicle
Your vehicle may be equipped with:
R a TIREFIT kit 34
R a "Minispare" emergency spare wheel
R a collapsible spare wheel
R the MOExtended run-flat
system( Y page 337)
i Vehicle preparation is not necessary on
vehicles with the MOExtended run-flat
system.
i Vehicles featuring the MOExtended run-
flat system are not equipped with the
TIREFIT kit at the factory. It is therefore
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Park your vehicle safely away from the
roadway and contact the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center or roadside
assistance.
Have the damaged tire replaced.
XCorrect the tire inflation pressure if it is at
least 130 kPa (1.3 bar/26 psi) (for values
see Tire and Load Information placard on
the driver's side B-pillar or tire inflation
pressure table inside the fuel filler flap).
XTo increase the tire pressure: switch on
the electric air pump.
TIREFIT kit version 1
XTo reduce the tire pressure (version 1):
open pressure release screw F on
pressure gauge G.
TIREFIT kit version 2
XTo reduce the tire pressure (version 2):
press pressure release button E next to
pressure gauge F.
XStow the TIREFIT kit and the electric air
pump.
XDrive to the nearest workshop and have the
tire changed there.
XHave the TIREFIT kit replaced as soon as
possible at a qualified specialist workshop,
e.g. at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
HEnvironmental note
Have the used TIREFIT kit disposed of
professionally, e.g. at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
XHave the TIREFIT kit replaced every four
years at a qualified specialist workshop,
e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Changing a wheel and mounting the
spare wheel
Preparing the vehicle
GWarning!
The wheel and tire size of the emergency
spare wheel/spare wheel may differ to that of
the damaged wheel. When using an
emergency spare wheel/spare wheel the
handling characteristics of the vehicle may
change.
Adapt your style of driving accordingly.
Never operate the vehicle with more than one
emergency spare wheel/spare wheel that
differs in size.
Only use an emergency spare wheel/spare
wheel of a differing size briefly and do not
switch off ESP®.
When using an emergency spare wheel, you
must not exceed a maximum speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h).
GWarning!
Have the emergency spare wheel/spare
wheel replaced with a new wheel as soon as
possible at a qualified specialist workshop
which has the necessary specialist knowledge
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and tools to carry out the work required.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for this
purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety
or on safety-related systems must be carried
out at a qualified specialist workshop.
iVehicles without an emergency spare
wheel/spare wheel are not equipped with
wheel-changing tools at the factory. For
more information on which tools are
required to perform a wheel change on your
vehicle, e.g. wheel chock, alignment bolt or
lug wrench, consult an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
XPrepare the vehicle as described
(Y page 326).
XRemove the following items from the
stowage well under the trunk/cargo
compartment floor:
Rthe emergency spare wheel35
Rthe lug wrench
Rthe folding wheel chock
Rthe jack
Rthe alignment bolt
Rthe electric air pump35
XSecure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling
away.
Securing the vehicle to prevent it from
rolling away
GWarning
Only jack up the vehicle on level ground or on
slight inclines/declines. The vehicle could
otherwise fall off the jack and injure you or
others.
If your vehicle is equipped with a wheel chock,
it can be found in the vehicle tool kit
(Y page 324).
The folding wheel chock is an additional
securing measure to prevent the vehicle from
rolling away, for example when changing a
wheel.
XFold both plates upwards :.XFold out lower plate ;.XGuide the lugs on the lower plate fully into
openings in base plate =.
Securing the vehicle on level ground (example:Sedan)
XOn level ground: place chocks or other
suitable items under the front and rear of
the wheel that is diagonally opposite the
wheel you wish to change.
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! Do not place wheel bolts in sand or on a
dirty surface. The bolt and wheel hub
threads could otherwise be damaged when
you screw them in.XRemove the wheel.
Mounting a new 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.
GWarning
Make sure to use the original length wheel
bolts when remounting the original wheel
after it has been repaired.
XClean the wheel and wheel hub contact
surfaces.
! To prevent damage to the paintwork, hold
the wheel securely against the wheel hub
while screwing in the first wheel bolt.
! AMG vehicles: during removal and
repositioning of the wheel, the wheel rim
can strike the ceramic-brake disc and
damage it. Therefore, take precautions and
get a second person to assist you.
Alternatively, you can use a second
alignment bolt.XSlide the emergency spare wheel onto the
alignment bolt and push it on.XTighten the wheel bolts until they are
finger-tight.XUnscrew the alignment bolt.XTighten the last wheel bolt until it is finger-
tight.
Inflating the collapsible spare tire
GWarning!
Pump up the collapsible spare wheel before
lowering the vehicle. You could otherwise
damage the wheel rim.
GWarning!
Comply with the manufacturer's safety
instructions on the sticker on the electric air
pump.
Your vehicle is equipped with one of two
electric air pumps:
R Version 1: electric air pump with pressure
gauge on the air hose.
R Version 2: electric air pump with
integrated pressure gauge.
The following description applies to both
versions. Differences in the way they are used
will be explained in detail.
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Version 1
Version 2
XVersion 1: open flap :.XVersion 1: pull connector = and the air
hose with pressure gauge ? out of the
housing.
XVersion 2: pull connector = and the air
hose out of the housing.
XVersion 1: make sure that the pressure
release screw on pressure gauge ? is
closed.
XScrew the valve cap onto the valve of the
collapsible spare wheel.
XScrew union nut A on the air hose onto the
valve.
XMake sure on/off switch ; of the electric
air pump is set to 0.
XInsert connector = into the cigarette
lighter socket (Y page 292) or into a 12 V
socket (Y page 292) in your vehicle.
XMake sure that the key is in position
1(Y page 149) in the ignition lock.
XPress on/off switch ; on the electric air
pump to I.
The electric air pump is switched on. The
tire is inflated.
GWarning
The air hose and the union nut can become
hot during inflation. Exercise proper caution
to avoid burning yourself when using the
equipment.
! Do not operate the electric air pump for
longer than eight minutes at a time without
a break. It may otherwise overheat.
The air pump can be operated again once
it has cooled down.
XInflate the tires to the prescribed tire
pressure.
The prescribed tire pressure is stated on
the yellow sticker which is affixed to
emergency spare wheel.
XWhen the prescribed tire pressure has been
attained, press on/off switch 2 on the
electric air pump to 0.
The electric air pump is switched off.
XTurn the key to position 0 in the ignition
lock.
XVersion 1: if the tire pressure is higher than
specified, open the pressure release screw
on pressure gauge 4 until the correct tire
pressure is set.
XVersion 2: if the tire pressure is higher than
specified, press pressure release button
6 until the correct tire pressure is set.
XUnscrew union nut A of the air hose from
the valve.
XScrew the valve cap onto the valve of the
collapsible spare wheel again.
XVersion 1: stow connector = and the air
hose behind flap :.
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XVersion 2: stow connector = and the air
hose in the lower section of the pump
housing.XStow the electric air pump in the
designated place in the vehicle.
Lowering the vehicle
GWarning!
Vehicles with spare wheel with collapsible tire
only: Inflate collapsible tire only after the
wheel is properly attached.
Inflate the collapsible tire using the electric
air pump before lowering the vehicle.
XTurn the crank of the jack counter-
clockwise until the vehicle is once again
standing firmly on the ground.XPlace the jack to one side.XTighten the wheel bolts evenly in a
crosswise pattern in the sequence
indicated ( : to A). The tightening torque
must be 96 lb-ft (130 Nm) .GRisk of accident
Have the tightening torque checked
immediately after a wheel is changed. The
wheels could come loose if they are not
tightened to a torque of 96 lb-ft (130 Nm).
XTurn the jack back to its initial position and
store it together with the rest of the vehicle
tool kit in the trunk/cargo compartment.XAMG vehicles and vehicles with AMG
equipment: insert the cover into the outer
sill.
Vehicles with an emergency spare wheel:
XTransport the faulty wheel in the trunk/
cargo compartment.
or
XDepending on the size of the wheel, you
may also be able to secure the faulty wheel
in the spare wheel well. In this case, you
will have to remove the stowage well casing
from the spare wheel well and stow it
securely in the trunk/cargo compartment.
Further information on stowing the
collapsible spare wheel ( Y page 326).
i When you are driving with the collapsible
spare wheel mounted, the tire pressure
loss warning system or the tire pressure
monitor cannot function reliably. Only
restart the tire pressure loss warning
system/tire pressure monitor when the
defective wheel has been replaced with a
new wheel.
Vehicles with tire pressure monitor: all
mounted wheels must be equipped with
functioning sensors and the defective
wheel should no longer be in the vehicle.
MOExtended run-flat system
The MOExtended run-flat system allows you
to drive on even if there is a complete loss of
pressure in one or more tires.
The MOExtended run-flat system may only be
used in conjunction with the activated tire
pressure loss warning system or with the
activated tire pressure monitor.
The maximum permissible distance which
can be driven in run-flat mode depends on the
cargo in the vehicle. You can drive 50 miles
(80 km) if the vehicle is partially laden and
18 miles (30 km) if it is fully laden.
The maximum permissible distance which
can be driven in run-flat mode is counted from
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