2013 MERCEDES-BENZ CL CLASS tire pressure

Aspect ratio
Relationship between tire height and tire
width in percent.
Tire pressure
This is pressure inside the tire applying an
outward force to each square inch of the tire's
surface. The tire pressure is specified in
pounds per square inch (psi), in kilopascal
(kPa) or in bar. The tire pressure should only
be corrected when the tires are cold.
Tire pressure of cold tires
The tires are cold:
R if the vehicle has been parked without
direct sunlight on the tires for at least three
hours and
R if the vehicle has not been driven more than
1 mile (1.6 km).
Tread
The part of the tire that comes into contact
with the road.
Bead
The tire bead ensures that the tire sits
securely on the wheel. There are several steel
wires in the bead to prevent the tire from
coming loose from the wheel rim.
Sidewall
The part of the tire between the tread and the
bead.
Weight of optional extras
The combined weight of those optional extras
that weigh more than the replaced standard
part and more than 2.3 kg (5 lb). These
optional extras, such as high-performance
brakes, level control, a roof rack or a high-
performance battery, are not included in the
curb weight and the weight of the
accessories.
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
This is a unique identifier which can be used
by a tire manufacturer to identify tires, for
example for a product recall, and thus identify
the purchasers. The TIN is made up of the
manufacturer's identification code, tire size,
tire type code and the manufacturing date.
Load bearing index
The load bearing index (also load index) is a
code that contains the maximum load bearing
capacity of a tire.
Traction
Traction is the result of friction between the
tires and the road surface.
Treadwear indicators
Narrow bars (tread wear bars) that are
distributed over the tire tread. If the tire tread
is level with the bars, the wear limit of á in
(1.6 mm) has been reached.
Occupant distribution
The distribution of occupants in a vehicle at
their designated seating positions.
Total load limit
Rated cargo and luggage load plus
68 kilograms (150 lb), multiplied by the
vehicle's designated seating capacity.
476Definition of terms for tires and loadingWheels and tires

Changing a wheel
Flat tire
The "Breakdown assistance" section
( Y page 437) contains information and notes
on how to deal with a flat tire. It also provides
instructions on changing a wheel or mounting
the spare wheel/emergency spare wheel.
Rotating the wheels
GWARNING
Interchanging the front and rear wheels may
severely impair the driving characteristics if
the wheels or tires have different dimensions.
The wheel brakes or suspension components
may also be damaged. There is a risk of
accident.
Rotate front and rear wheels only if the wheels
and tires are of the same dimensions.
Always pay attention to the instructions and
safety notices in the section on "Changing a
wheel and mounting the spare wheel"
( Y page 437).
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 3,000 to 6,000 miles (5,000 to
10,000 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 rotated. Check the tire pressures.
Information on changing tires and mounting
the spare wheel ( Y page 437).
!
On vehicles equipped with a tire pressure
monitor, electronic components are
located in the wheel.
Tire-mounting tools should not be used
near the valve. This could damage the
electronic components.
Only have tires changed at a qualified
specialist workshop.
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 mount a spare wheel/emergency
spare wheel against the direction of rotation.
Observe the time restriction on use as well as
the speed limit specified on the spare wheel/
emergency spare wheel
Storing wheels
Store wheels 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 (dirt grinders) to clean your vehicle, in
particular the tires. You could otherwise
damage the tires and cause an accident.
Wheel and tire combinations
Points to remember
! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you only use tires and
wheels which have been approved by
Wheel and tire combinations477Wheels and tiresZ

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 featuring 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
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.
Information on tires, wheels and approved
combinations can be obtained from any
qualified specialist workshop.
i The recommended pressures for various
operating conditions can be found:
R on the Tire and Loading Information
placard with the recommended tire
pressures on the B-pillar on the driver's
side
R in the tire pressure table on the inside of
the fuel filler flap
Observe the notes on recommended tire
pressures under various operating
conditions ( Y page 458).
Check tire pressures regularly, and only
when the tires are cold. Comply with the
maintenance recommendations of the tiremanufacturer in the vehicle document
wallet.
i Notes on the vehicle equipment – always
equip the vehicle with:
R tires of the same size on a given axle
(left/right)
R the same type of tires at a given time
(summer tires, winter tires, MOExtended
tires)
i On the following pages, you can find
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 would like to equip your vehicle with
approved winter tires, you may also, in
certain circumstances, require rims of the
appropriate size. The size of the approved
winter tires may deviate from that of the
standard tires. This is dependent on the
model and the equipment installed at the
factory.
The tires and wheel rims, as well as further
information, can be obtained at a qualified
specialist workshop.
i Overview of abbreviations used in the
following tire tables:
R BA: both axles
R FA: front axle
R RA: rear axle
In the following table, the wheel/tire
combinations are assigned to the vehicle
models through variants, e.g. V1, V2 etc.:V1CL 550 4MATICV2CL 600V3CL 63 AMGV4CL 65 AMG
i Not all wheel and tire combinations are
available at the factory for all countries.
478Wheel and tire combinationsWheels and tires

TiresSummer tiresAlloy wheelsV1V2V3V4BA255/45 R18 99 Y
MOExtended 218.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)#———FA

RA255/45 R18 99 Y
MOExtended 21
275/45 R18 103 Y
MOExtended 21, 228.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)
9.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)—#——BA255/40 R19 100 Y XL8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)#———FA

RA255/40 R19 100 Y XL

275/40 R19 101 Y 228.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)
9.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)—#——FA

RA255/40 ZR 19 XL

275/40 ZR 19 XL 228.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)
9.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)——##BA255/35 ZR 20 XL 228.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)#———FA

RA255/35 ZR 20 XL

275/35 ZR 20 XL 228.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)
9.5 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)##——FA

RA255/45 R18 99 H M+S

275/45 R18 103 H M+S 228.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)
9.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)—#——21 MOExtended tires (tires wit run-flat characteristics) only in combination with an activated tire pressure
monitor.
22 Use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes in the "Snow chains" section.Wheel and tire combinations479Wheels and tiresZ

All-weather tiresAlloy wheelsV1V2V3V4BA255/40 R19 100 V XL M+S8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)##——FA

RA255/40 R19 100 V XL M+S

275/40 R19 101 V M+S 228.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)
9.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)—#——Winter tiresAlloy wheelsV1V2V3V4BA255/45 R18 99 V M+S i8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)##——BA255/40 R19 100 V XL
M+S i8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)####FA

RA255/40 R19 100 V XL
M+S i
275/40 R19 105 V XL
M+S i 228.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)
9.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm)——##"Minispare" emergency spare wheel 22TiresWheelsV1V2V3V4T 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.
22
Use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes in the "Snow chains" section.480Wheel and tire combinationsWheels and tires