2011 MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS wheel

requires. Do not change the direction of
wheel rotation.
Clean the contact surfaces of the wheel and
the brake disc thoroughly every time a wheel
is interchanged. Check the tire pressure and
reactivate the tire pressure monitor
( Y page 253) if necessary.
Information on changing a wheel and
mounting the spare wheel ( Y page 232).
! On vehicles installed with a tire pressure
monitor, electronic components are
located in the wheel.
Tire-mounting tools should not be applied
in the area of the valve, as this could
damage the electronic components.
Always have the tires changed at a qualified
specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Direction of rotation
Tires with a specified direction of rotation
have additional benefits, e.g. if there is a risk
of hydroplaning. You will only gain these
benefits if the correct direction of rotation is
maintained.
An arrow on the sidewall of the tire indicates
its correct direction of rotation.
You may install the spare wheel against the
direction of rotation. Adhere to the time
restriction on use as well as the speed
limitation specified on the spare wheel.
Storing wheels
Store tires that are not being used in a cool,
dry and preferably dark place. Protect the
tires from oil, grease, gasoline and diesel.
Cleaning the wheels
GWarning
Do not use power washers with circular jet
nozzles (concentrated-power jets) to clean
your vehicle, especially for cleaning tires. You
could otherwise damage the tires and cause
an accident.
Wheel and tire combinations
Please bear the following in mind
GWarning
Replace rims or tires with the same
designation, manufacturer and type as shown
on the original part. For further information
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
If incorrectly sized rims and tires are
mounted, the wheel brakes or suspension
components can be damaged. Also, the
operating clearance of the wheels and the
tires may no longer be correct.
GWarning
Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If the tire
tread is worn to minimum tread depth, or if
the tires have sustained damage, replace
them.
When replacing rims, only use genuine
Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for the
particular rim type. Failure to do so can result
in the bolts loosening and possibly an
accident.
Retreaded tires are not tested or
recommended by Mercedes-Benz, since
previous damage cannot always be
recognized on retreads. The operating safety
of the vehicle cannot be assured when such
tires are used.
GWarning
If you feel a sudden significant vibration or
ride disturbance, or you suspect that possible
damage to your vehicle has occurred, you
should turn on the hazard warning flashers,
carefully slow down, and drive with caution to
an area which is a safe distance from the road.
Inspect the tires and the vehicle underbody
for possible damage. If the vehicle appears
unsafe, have the vehicle towed to the nearest
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authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or tire
dealer for repairs.GWarning
Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects
the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You
might lose control of the vehicle. Continued
driving with a flat tire or driving at high speed
with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build-
up and possibly a fire.
! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you only use tires,
wheels and accessories which have been
approved by Mercedes-Benz specifically
for your vehicle.
These tires have been specially adapted for
use with the control systems, such as ABS
or ESP ®
, and are marked as follows:
R MO = Mercedes-Benz Original
Mercedes-Benz Original Extended tires
may only be used on wheels that have been
specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Only use tires, wheels or accessories
tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Certain characteristics, e.g. handling,
vehicle noise emissions or fuel
consumption, may otherwise be adversely
affected. In addition, when driving with a
load, tire dimension variations could cause
the tires to come into contact with the
bodywork and axle components. This could
result in damage to the tires or the vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz accepts no liability for
damage resulting from the use of tires,
wheels or accessories other than those
tested and approved.
Further information about tires, wheels and
approved combinations can be obtained
from any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
i The Tire and Load Information placard
with the recommended tire pressures is
attached to the B-pillar on the driver's side.
Further information about driving at high
speeds or driving with vehicle loads that are
lighter than the maximum vehicle load can
be found in the tire pressure table on the
inside of the fuel filler flap. Check tire
pressures regularly, and only when the tires
are cold. Comply with the maintenance
recommendations of the tire manufacturer
in the vehicle document wallet.
For further information on the recommended
tire inflation pressure and on tire pressures
for specific driving conditions, see
( Y page 249).
i Notes on vehicle tires:
Always:
R mount tires of the same size on a given
axle (left/right)
R mount tires of the same type on your
vehicle at a given time (summer tires,
winter tires, all-weather tires, all-terrain
tires)
i The following pages contain information
on approved wheels and tire sizes for
equipping your vehicle with winter tires.
Winter tires are not available at the factory
as standard equipment or optional extras.
If you wish to fit approved winter tires to
your vehicle, wheels of appropriate size
may also be required as the sizes of the
approved winter tires may differ from those
of the original tires. This is dependent on
the model and the equipment installed at
the factory.
Wheels and tires as well as additional
information are available from a qualified
specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
The tire and wheel combinations listed in the
tables below apply to the following models:V1G 550 V2G 55 AMGWheel and tire combinations271Wheels and tiresZProCarManuals.com

TiresAll-weather tires22Alloy wheelsV1V2265/60 R18 110 VM+S7.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in
(43 mm)#—275/55 R19 111 VM+S 239.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.97 in
(50 mm)—#Winter tires 22,
24Alloy wheelsV1V2265/60 R18 109HM+S
i7.5J x 18 H2 ET 63
Wheel offset: 1.69 in
(43 mm)—#Spare wheelAll-weather tires 22Alloy wheelsV1V2265/60 R18 110 VM+S7.5J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in
(43 mm)##22 Radial tires.
23 Use of snow chains is not permitted.
24 Not available as standard equipment or optional equipment at the factory.272Wheel and tire combinationsWheels and tires
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The antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor
concentration in the engine cooling system
should:
R be at least 50%. This will protect the engine
cooling system against freezing down to
approximately -35 ‡ (-37 †).
R not exceed 55% (antifreeze protection to
-49 ‡ [-45 †]); heat will otherwise not
dissipate as effectively.
If the coolant level is too low, MB 325.0
antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor should be
added. Have the engine cooling system
checked for possible leaks.Engine cooling systemVehicle
modelantifreeze protectionApproximat
ely
-35 ‡
(-37 †)Approximat
ely
-49 ‡
(-45 †)G 5506.4 US qt
(6.05 l)7.1 US qt
(6.7 l)G 55 AMG6.7 US qt
(6.35 l)7.4 US qt
(7.0 l)
Windshield/headlamp cleaning
system
GWarning
Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly
flammable. Do not spill washer solvent/
antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it may
ignite and burn. You could be seriously
burned.
XUse windshield washer concentrate MB
SummerFit.XAt temperatures above freezing: add 1
part MB SummerFit to 100 parts water, e.g.1.34 fl oz (40 ml) MB SummerFit to 1 gal
(4.0 l) of water.XAt temperatures below freezing: add 1
part MB SummerFit to 100 parts washer
fluid, e.g. 1.34 fl oz (40 ml) MB SummerFit
to 1 gal (4.0 l) of water.
Vehicle data
Vehicle data, G 550 (463.237)
The data stated here refers specifically to a
vehicle with standard equipment. Consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the
data for all vehicle variants and trim levels.
Vehicle dimensions, G 550Vehicle length 26183.9 in
(4672 mm)Vehicle width
including exterior
mirrors79.0 in (2007 mm)Vehicle height76.8 in (1951 mm)Wheelbase112.2 in ( 2850 mm)Track width59.7 in (1515 mm)Ground clearance,
front9.1 in (232 mm)Ground clearance,
rear8.8 in (223 mm)Turning circle44.6 ft (13.6 m)26 Including spare wheel.Vehicle data281Technical dataZProCarManuals.com

Vehicle weights, G 550Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating
(GVWR) 276615 lbs (3000 kg)Gross Axle
Weight Rating
(GAWR), front 283110 lbs (1410 kg)Gross Axle
Weight Rating
(GAWR), rear 283965 lbs (1800 kg)
Vehicle data, G 55 AMG (463.271)
The data stated here refers specifically to a
vehicle with standard equipment. Consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the
data for all vehicle variants and trim levels.
Vehicle dimensionsVehicle length183.9 in
(4672 mm) 29
188.2 in
(4780 mm) 30Vehicle width
including exterior
mirrors79.0 in (2007 mm)Vehicle height76.8 in (1951 mm)Ground clearance9.2 in (234 mm)Wheelbase112.2 in (2850 mm)Track width59.1 in (1501 mm)Turning circle44.6 ft (13.6 m)Vehicle weightsGross Vehicle
Weight Rating
(GVWR) 316615 lbs (3000 kg)Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR),
front 323263 lbs (1480 )Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR),
rear 323965 (1800 kg)27
GVWR is the maximum total vehicle weight permissible. Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is the vehicle weight
including fuel, service products, spare wheel, accessories installed, load and, if applicable, trailer drawbar
load. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR.
28 The GAWR is the maximum gross axle weight rating.
29 Including spare wheel.
30 Including spare wheel and styling bar (USA only).
31 GVWR is the maximum total vehicle weight permissible. Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is the vehicle weight
including fuel, service products, spare wheel, accessories installed, load and, if applicable, trailer drawbar
load. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR.
32 The GAWR is the maximum gross axle weight rating.282Vehicle dataTechnical data
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