2014 MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class COUPE winter tires

Only winter tires bearing the
0003snowflake
symbol in addition to the M+S marking
provide the best possible grip in wintry road
conditions.
Only these tires will allow driving safety
systems such as ABS and ESP ®
to function
optimally in winter. These tires have been
developed specifically for driving in snow.
Use M+S tires of the same make and tread on
all wheels to maintain safe handling
characteristics.
Always observe the maximum permissible
speed specified for the M+S tires you have
mounted.
Once the winter tires are mounted:
X Check the tire pressures (Y page 351).
X Vehicles for Canada: restart the tire
pressure loss warning system
(Y page 352).
X Vehicles for USA: restart the tire pressure
monitor (Y page 352).
For more information on driving with the
emergency spare wheel, see (Y page 377).Snow chains
G
WARNING
If snow chains are installed to the front
wheels, they may drag against the vehicle
body or chassis components. This could
cause damage to the vehicle or the tires.
There is a risk of an accident.
To avoid hazardous situations:
R never install snow chains to the front
wheels
R always install snow chains in pairs to the
rear wheels.
! On some tire sizes there is not enough
space for snow chains. To avoid damage to
the vehicle or tires, observe the "Wheel and
tire combinations" section under "Tires and
wheels". !
Vehicles with steel wheels: if you wish
to mount snow chains on steel wheels,
make sure that you remove the respective
wheels' hubcaps first. The hubcaps may
otherwise be damaged.
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you only use snow chains
that have been specially approved for your
vehicle by Mercedes-Benz, or are of a
corresponding standard of quality.
If you intend to mount snow chains, please
bear the following points in mind:
R Snow chains may not be mounted on all
wheel/tire combinations. Permissible
wheel-tire combinations (Y page 372).
R Only use snow chains when driving on
roads completely covered by snow.
Remove the snow chains as soon as
possible when you come to aroad that is
not snow-covered.
R Local regulations may restrict the use of
snow chains. Observe the appropriate
regulations if you wish to mount snow
chains.
R Do not exceed the maximum permissible
speed of 30 mph (50 km/h).
i You may wish to deactivate ESP ®
when
pulling away with snow chains installed
(Y page 75). This way you can allow the
wheels to spin in a controlled manner,
achieving an increased driving force
(cutting action).
For more information on driving with the
emergency spare wheel, see (Y page 377). Winter operation
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Example:
R Treadwear grade: 200
R Traction grade: AA
R Temperature grade: A
All passenger car tires must conform to the
statutory safety requirements in additio nto
these grades.
i The actual values for tires are vehicle-
specifi cand may deviate from the values in
the illustration.
Treadwear The treadwea
rgrade is a comparative rating
based on the wearr ate of the tire when tested
unde rcontrolled conditions on a specified
U.S. government course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government course as a
tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their use,
however, and may depart significantly from
the norm, due to variations in driving habits,
service practices and differences in road
characteristics and climate conditions.
Traction G
WARNING
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include acceleration,
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction
characteristics.
! Avoid wheelspin. This can lead to damage
to the drive train.
The traction grades, from highest to lowest,
are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent
the tire's ability to stop on a wet surface as
measured under controlled conditions on
specified government test surfaces of asphalt
and concrete. Atire marked C may have poor
traction performance. The safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy
road is always lower than on dry road
surfaces.
You should pay special attention to road
conditions when temperatures are around
freezing point.
Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum
tread depth of
000Bin(4 mm) on all four winter
tires. Observe the legally required minimum
tire tread depth (Y page 345). Winter tires can
reduce the braking distance on snow-covered
surfaces in comparison with summer tires.
The braking distance is still much further than
on surfaces that are not icy or covered with
snow. Take appropriate care when driving.
Further information on winter tires (M+S
tires) (Y page 346).
Temperature G
WARNING
The temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is properly inflated
and not overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause
excessive heat build-up and possible tire
failure.
The temperature grades are A(the highest),
B, and C. These represent the tire's
resistance to the generatio nofheat and its
ability to dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel. Sustained high
temperature can cause the material of the tire
to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden
tire failure. The grade Ccorresponds to a level
of performance which all passenger car tires
must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law. 360
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All-weather tires and winter tires
Index Speed rating
Q M+S
1 up to 100 mph (160 km/h)
T M+S
1 up to 118 mph (190 km/h)
H M+S
1 up to 130 mph (210 km/h)
V M+S
1 up to 149 mph (240 km/h)
i
Not all tires with the M+S marking provide
the driving characteristics of winter tires.
In addition to the M+S marking, winte rtires
also have the 0003snowflake symbol on
the tire wall. Tires with this marking fulfill
the requirements of the Rubber
Manufacturers Association (RMA) and the
Rubber Association of Canada (RAC)
regarding the tire traction on snow. They
have been especially developed for driving
on snow.
An electronic speed limiter prevents your
vehicle fro mexceeding a speed of 130mph
(210km/h).
The speed rating of tires mounted at the
factory may be highe rthan the maximum
speed that the electronic speed limiter
permits.
Make sure that your tires have the required
speed rating, e.g. when buying new tires. The
required speed rating for your vehicle can be
found in the "Tires" section (Y page 372).
Further information about reading tire data
can be obtained from any qualified specialist
workshop. Load index In addition to the load bearing index, load
index
0002may be imprinted after the letters
that identify speed index 0021on the sidewall
of the tire (Y page 361).
R If no specification is given: no text (as in the
example above), represents astandard
load (SL) tire
R XL or Extra Load: represents a reinforced
tire
R Ligh tLoad: represents a light load tire
R C, D, E: represents a load range that
depends on the maximum load that the tire
can carry at a certain pressure
i Tire data is vehicle-specific and may
deviate from the data in the example.
Maximum load rating Maximum tire load
0002is the maximum
permissible weight for which the tire is
approved.
1 Or M+S0003 for winter tires. All about wheels and tires
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X
Vehicles with AMG equipment: insert the
cove rinto the outer sill.
X Check the tire pressure of the newly
mounted wheel and adjus titifnecessary.
Observe the recommended tire pressure
(Y page 348).
i Vehicles with tire pressure monitor: all
wheels mounted must be equipped with
functioning sensors. Wheel and tire combinations
General notes
! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you only use tires and
wheels 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-BenzO riginal
R MOE =Mercedes-BenzO riginal Extended
(tires featuring run-flat characteristics)
R MO1 =Mercedes-Benz Original (only
certain AMG tires)
Mercedes-BenzO riginal 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.
Overview of abbreviations usedint he
following tire tables:
R BA: both axles
R FA: front axle
R RA: rear axle
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 348).
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.
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)
Vehicles with MOExtended tires are not
equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory. It
is therefore recommended that you
additionally equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT
kit if you moun ttires that do not feature run-
flat properties, e.g. winter tires. ATIREFIT kit
may be obtained from a qualified specialist
workshop.
i Not all wheel and tire combinations are
available at the factory for all countries.
i On the following pages, you can find
information on approved wheelr ims and
tire sizes for equipping your vehicle with
winter tires. Winter tires are not available 372
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at the factory as standard equipmen
tor
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 sizes 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. Wheel and tire combinations
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Winter tires
R17
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 235/45 R17 94 H M+S
0003 BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.77 in (45 mm)
R18
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 235/40 R18 95 H XL M+S
0003 BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.77 in (45 mm)
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Summer tires
R17
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 235/45 R17 94 W MOExtended BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.77 in (45 mm)
R18
Tires Alloy wheels
FA: 235/40 R18 91 Y
RA: 255/35 R18 94 Y XL
2 FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.77 in (45 mm)
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.93 in (49 mm)
FA: 235/40 R18 91 Y
RA: 255/35 R18 94 Y XL
2 FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.77 in (45 mm)
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm)
All-weather tires
R17
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 235/45 R17 94 H M+S BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.77 in (45 mm)
2
Use of snow chains not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains". Wheel and tire combinations
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R18
Tires Allo
ywheels FA: 235/40 R18 91 H M+S
RA: 255/35 R18 94 H XL M+S
2 FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.77 in (45 mm)
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.93 in (49 mm) FA: 235/40 R18 91 H M+S
RA: 255/35 R18 94 H XL M+S
2 FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.77 in (45 mm)
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) Winter tires
R17 Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 235/45 R17 94 H M+S
0003 BA: 7.5 J x 17 H2
Wheel offset: 1.77 in (45 mm) R18
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 235/40 R18 95 H XL M+S
0003 BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.77 in (45 mm) E 550
Summer tires
R18
Tires Alloy wheels
FA: 235/40 R18 91 Y
RA: 255/35 R18 94 Y XL
2 FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.77 in (45 mm)
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.93 in (49 mm) FA: 235/40 R18 91 Y
RA: 255/35 R18 94 Y XL
2 FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.77 in (45 mm)
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) 2
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All-weather tires
R18
Tires Alloy wheels
FA: 235/40 R18 91 H M+S
RA: 255/35 R18 94 H XL M+S
2 FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.77 in (45 mm)
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.93 in (49 mm) FA: 235/40 R18 91 H M+S
RA: 255/35 R18 94 H XL M+S
2 FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.77 in (45 mm)
RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) Winter tires
R18
Tires Alloy wheels
BA: 235/40 R18 95 H XL M+S0003 BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.77 in (45 mm)
Emergency spare wheel
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
The wheel or tire size as well as the tire type
of the spare wheel or emergency spare wheel
and the wheel to be replace dmay differ.
Mounting an emergency spar ewheel may
severely impair the driving characteristics.
There is a risk of an accident.
To avoid hazardous situations:
R adapt your driving style accordingly and
drive carefully.
R never mount more than one spare wheel or
emergency spare wheel that differs in size.
R only use a spare wheel or emergency spare
wheel of a different size briefly.
R do not switch ESP ®
off.
R have a spare wheel or emergency spare
wheel of a different size replaced at the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
Observe that the wheel and tire dimensions
as well as the tire type must be correct.
When using an emergency spare wheel or
spare wheel of a different size, you must not
exceed the maximum speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h).
Snow chains must not be mounted on
emergency spare wheels. General notes
You should regularly check the pressure of
the emergency spare wheel, particularly prior
to long trips, and correct the pressure as
necessary (Y page 348). The applicable value
is found on the wheel or under "Technical
data" (Y page 379).
An emergency spare wheel may also be
mounted against the direction of rotation.
Observe the time restriction on use as well as
2 Use of snow chains not permitted. Observe the notes under "Snow chains". Emergency spare wheel
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