surfaces decreases significantly when the
tread depth is less than 1
/ 8 in (3 mm).
R Replace the tires after six years at the
latest, regardless of wear. This also applies
to the emergency spare wheel/spare
wheel.
The service life of tires depends, among other
things, on the following factors:
R driving style
R tire pressure
R mileage
MOExtended run-flat system
The MOExtended run-flat system allows you
to continue driving the vehicle even when one
or more tires lose all air pressure.
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, and on
wheels specifically tested by Mercedes-Benz.
You will find notes on driving with a flat tire in
the "Breakdown assistance" section
( Y page 467).
Winter operation
Points to remember
Have your vehicle winterproofed at a qualified
specialist workshop, e.g. at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center, at the onset of
winter.
Observe the notes in the "Changing a wheel"
section ( Y page 502).
Winter tires
Use winter tires at temperatures below
45 ‡ (7 †) and on snow or ice-covered roads.
Only winter tires also bearing the i
snowflake symbol next to the M+S marking
provide the best-possible grip in wintry road
conditions. Only these tires will allow the ABS
and ESP ®
driving systems to function
optimally in winter, as these tires have been
designed specifically for driving on snow.
Use M+S tires of the same make and tread on
all wheels to maintain safe handling
characteristics.GWarning
M+S tires with a tread depth of less than 1
/ 6
inch (4 mm) must be replaced. They are no
longer suitable for winter operation.
Always observe the maximum permissible
speed specified for the M+S tires you have
installed.
Once you have installed the winter tires:
XCheck the tire pressures ( Y page 487).XRestart the tire pressure monitor
( Y page 487).GWarning
If you use your spare wheel when M+S tires
are fitted on the other wheels, be aware that
the difference in tire characteristics may very
well impair turning stability and that overall
driving stability may be reduced. Adapt your
driving style accordingly.
Have the spare wheel replaced by a regular
road wheel with an M+S tire at the nearest
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Snow chains
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you only use snow chains
which have been specially approved for your
vehicle by Mercedes-Benz, or are of a
corresponding standard of quality.
! You must drive at raised vehicle level if
snow chains have been mounted. The
vehicle could otherwise be damaged.
! There is not enough space for snow
chains on some wheel sizes. Observe the
information under "Tires and wheels" in the
482Winter operationTires and wheels
The wear patterns on the front and rear tires
differ, depending on the operating conditions.
Rotate the wheels before a clear wear pattern
has formed on the tires. Front tires typically
wear more on the shoulders and the rear tires
in the center.
If your vehicle's tire configuration allows, you
can rotate the wheels according to the
intervals in the tire manufacturer's warranty
book in your vehicle documents. If no
warranty book is available, the tires should be
rotated every 3000 to 6000 miles
(5000 to 10000 km), or earlier if tire wear
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 pressures.
Information on changing a wheel and fitting
the spare wheel ( Y page 463).
! 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
observed.
An arrow on the sidewall of the tire indicates
its correct direction of rotation.
You may install an emergency spare wheel/
spare wheel against the direction of rotation.
Observe the time restriction on use as well as
the speed limitation specified on the
emergency spare wheel/spare wheel.
Storing wheels
Store wheels that are not being used in a cool,
dry and preferably dark place. Protect the
tires from contact with oil, grease and fuel.
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/tire combinations
Points to remember
GWarning
Observe the "Important safety notes"
( Y page 480).
! 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
R MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended
(tires with run-flat characteristics)
R MO1 = Mercedes-Benz Original (only
certain AMG tires)
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
Wheel/tire combinations503Tires and wheelsZ
TiresSummer tiresAlloy wheelsV1V2V3V4BA255/45 R18 99 Y
MOExtended 378.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in. (43 mm)—#——BA255/35 ZR20 XL 388.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in. (43 mm)—#——FA255/45 R18 99 Y
MOExtended 378.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in. (43 mm)#—#—RA275/45 R18 103 Y
MOExtended 37,
389.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in. (43 mm)FA255/40 ZR19 XL8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in. (43 mm)———#RA275/40 ZR19 XL 389.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in. (43 mm)FA255/35 ZR20 XL8.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in. (43 mm)#—##RA275/35 ZR20 XL 389.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in. (43 mm)All-weather tiresAlloy wheelsV1V2V3V4BA255/45 R18 99 H M+S8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in. (43 mm)##——BA255/40 R19 100 V XL M+S8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in. (43 mm)—#——FA255/45 R18 99 H M+S8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in. (43 mm)#—#—RA275/45 R18 103 H M+S 389.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in. (43 mm)FA255/40 R19 100 V XL M+S8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in. (43 mm)#—#—RA275/40 R19 101 V M+S 389.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in. (43 mm)37 Tires with run-flat characteristics: only in combination with an activated tire pressure monitor.
38 Use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes in the section on snow chains.Wheel/tire combinations505Tires and wheelsZ
