2011 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class Owner's Manual

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
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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 Loading 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. Follow the tire manufacturer's
maintenance recommendations in the
vehicle document wallet.
Further information on recommended tire
pressures including tire pressures for specific
driving situations, see ( Y page 483).
i Notes on the vehicle equipment – always
equip the vehicle:
R with tires of the same size on a given axle
(left/right)
R with the same type of tires at a given time
(summer tires, winter tires, MOExtended
tires)
i The following pages contain information
on approved wheel rims 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, rims of appropriate size are
also required, as the sizes of the approved
winter tires can differ from those of theoriginal tires. This is dependent on the
model and the equipment installed at the
factory.
Tires and wheel rims as well as additional
information are available from a qualified
specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
i Overview of abbreviations used in the
following tire tables:
R BA: both axles
R FA: front axle
R RA: rear axle
The tire and wheel combinations listed in the
tables below apply to the following models:V1S 550 36V2S 550 4MATIC 36V3S 600V4AMG vehicles36
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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

Winter tires39Alloy wheelsV1V2V3V4BA255/45 R18 99 V
M+S i 408.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in. (43 mm)###—BA255/40 R19 100 V XL
M+S i 408.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in. (43 mm)####FA255/40 R19 100 V XL
M+S i8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in. (43 mm)———#RA275/40 R19 105 V XL
M+S i 389.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in. (43 mm)Minispare emergency wheel 38TiresWheelsV1V2V3V4T 155/70 R19 113 M
Tire pressure: 420 kPa (4.2 bar/
61 psi)4.5 B x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.38 in. (35 mm)####
i The specified tire pressure is printed in yellow on the emergency spare wheel.
39
Not available from the factory.
40 Only fine-link snow chains are permitted.
38 Use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes in the section on snow chains.506Wheel/tire combinationsTires and wheels

Vehicle equipment ............................508
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts .........508
Warranty ............................................ 508
Vehicle identification plates ............509
Service products and capacities .....510
Vehicle data ...................................... 516507Technical data

Vehicle equipment
i This manual describes all the standard
and optional equipment of your vehicle
which was available at the time of
purchase. Country-specific differences are
possible. Bear in mind that your vehicle
may not feature all functions described
here. This also refers to safety-related
systems and functions.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
All Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a supply
of genuine Mercedes-Benz parts for
necessary service and repair work. In
addition, strategically located parts delivery
centers provide for quick and reliable parts
service.
More than 300,000 different genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts are available for
Mercedes-Benz models.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are subjected
to stringent quality inspections. Every part
has been specifically developed,
manufactured or selected for and adapted to
Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts should
therefore be used.
! The use of non-approved parts could
impair the vehicle's safety. For this reason,
Mercedes-Benz recommends genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts and approved
conversion parts and accessories for your
vehicle model.
HEnvironmental note
Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned major
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as new parts. They are covered by the
same Limited Warranty entitlements as new
parts.
Always specify the vehicle identification
number and engine number when ordering
genuine Mercedes-Benz parts. You will find
these numbers on your vehicle's
identification plates, for example
( Y page 509).
Warranty
Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the
warranties printed in the Service and
Warranty Information booklet.
Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will
exchange or repair any defective parts
originally installed in the vehicle in
accordance with the terms of the following
warranties:
R New Vehicle Limited Warranty
R Emission System Warranty
R Emission Performance Warranty
R California, Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,
Rhode Island and Vermont Emission
Control Systems Warranty
R State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon
Laws)
Replacement parts and accessories are
subject to the Mercedes-Benz Replacement
Part and Accessory Warranties. You can
obtain these at any Mercedes-Benz Center.
i Should you lose your Service and
Warranty Information booklet, have an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center arrange
for a replacement. It will be mailed to you.
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Vehicle identification plates
Vehicle identification plate with
vehicle identification number (VIN)
and paint code
XOpen the driver's door.
You see vehicle identification plate :.
Example: vehicle identification plate (USA only)
;VIN=Paint code number
Example: vehicle identification plate (Canada only)
;VIN=Paint code numberiThe data on the type plate is only an
example. This data is vehicle-specific and
can differ from the data given here. The
data that applies to your vehicle can be
found on your vehicle's type plate.
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number (VIN) can
be found in the following locations:
Ron the vehicle identification plate
(Y page 509)
Rat the lower edge of the windshield
(Y page 510)
In addition to being stamped on the vehicle
identification plate, the vehicle identification
number (VIN) is also stamped onto the vehicle
body. It is under the trim behind the rear seat
armrest.
XFold down the rear seat armrest.XOpen the trim.
You will see vehicle identification number
(VIN) :.
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Engine number:Emissions control information label,
including the certification of both federal
and Californian emissions reference
values
;Engine number (stamped into the
crankcase)
=VIN (on the lower edge of the windscreen)
Service products and capacities
Important safety notes
Service products include the following:
Rfuels
Rlubricants (e.g. engine oil, transmission oil)
Rcoolant
Rbrake fluid
Rwindshield washer fluid
Vehicle components and their respective
lubricants must match. You should therefore
only use products that have been tested and
approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Information on tested and approved products
can be obtained at an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center or on the Internet at http://
www.mbusa.com (USA only).
GWarning
Comply with all valid regulations with respect
to handling, storing and disposing of service
fluids. Otherwise, you could endanger
persons or the environment.
Keep service fluids out of the reach of
children.
For health reasons, you should prevent
service fluids from coming into direct contact
with your skin or clothing.
If a service fluid is swallowed, contact a
physician immediately.
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