2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE-Class winter tires

All passenger car tires must conform to the stat-
utory safety requirements in addition to these
grades.
iThe actual values for tires are vehicle-spe-
cific and may deviate from the values in the
illustration.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled 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 cli-
mate.
Traction
GWARNING
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include acceleration, cor-
nering, hydroplaning, or peak traction char-
acteristics.
!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 wet pavement as meas-
ured under controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of asphalt and con-
crete. A tire 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 condi-
tions when temperatures are around freezing
point.
Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum tread
depth of ãin (4 mm) on all four winter tires.
Observe the legally required minimum tire tread
depth (
Ypage 388). Winter tires can reduce the
braking distance on snow-covered surfaces in
comparison with summer tires. The braking dis-
tance is still much further than on surfaces that are not icy or covered with snow. Take appro-
priate care when driving.
Further information on winter tires (M+S
tires)
(
Ypage 389).
Temperature
GWARNING
The temperature grade for this tire is estab-
lished for a tire that is properly inflated and
not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinfla-
tion, 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, representing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sus-
tained 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 C corresponds 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.
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description, depending on the manufacturer
(e.g. 245/40 ZR 18).
Rim diameter:rim diameter?is the diameter
of the bead seat, not the diameter of the rim
flange. The rim diameter is specified in
inches (in).
Load-bearing index: load-bearing indexAis a
numerical code that specifies the maximum
load-bearing capacity of a tire.
Do not overload the tires by exceeding the
specified load limit. The maximum permissible
load can be found on the vehicle's Tire and
Loading Information placard on the B-pillar on
the driver's side (
Ypage 397).
Example:
Load-bearing index 91 indicates a maximum
load of 1,356 lb (615 kg) that the tires can bear.
For further information on the maximum tire
load in kilograms and lbs, see (
Ypage 405).
For further information on the load bearing
index, see "Load index" (
Ypage 405).
Speed rating: speed ratingBspecifies the
approved maximum speed of the tire.
iTire data is vehicle-specific and may deviate
from the data in the example.
Regardless of the speed rating, always observe
the speed limits. Drive carefully and adapt your
driving style to the traffic conditions.
Summer tires
IndexSpeed rating
Qup to 100 mph (160 km/h)
Rup to 106 mph (170 km/h)
Sup to 112 mph (180 km/h)
Tup to 118 mph (190 km/h)
Hup to 130 mph (210 km/h)
Vup to 149 mph (240 km/h)
Wup to 168 mph (270 km/h)
Yup to 186 mph (300 km/h)
ZR...Yup to 186 mph (300 km/h)
ZR...(..Y)over 186 mph (300 km/ h)
ZRover 149 mph (240 km/h)
ROptionally, tires with a maximum speed of
over 149 mph (240 km/h) may have "ZR" in
the size description, depending on the man-
ufacturer (e.g. 245/40 ZR18).
The service specification is made up of load-
bearing indexAand speed rating B.
RIf the size description of your tire includes
"ZR" and there are no service specifications,
ask the tire manufacturer in order to find out
the maximum speed.
If a service specification is available, the max-
imum speed is limited according to the speed
rating in the service specification. Example:
245/40 ZR18 97 Y. In this example, "97 Y" is
the service specification. The letter "Y" rep-
resents the speed rating. The maximum
speed of the tire is limited to 186 mph
(300 km/h).
RThe size description for all tires with maxi-
mum speeds of over 186 mph (300 km/h)
must include "ZR", andthe service specifica-
tion must be given in parentheses. Example:
275/40 ZR 18 (99 Y). Speed rating "(Y)" indi-
cates that the maximum speed of the tire is
over 186 mph (300 km/h). Ask the tire man-
ufacturer about the maximum speed.
All-weather tires and winter tires
IndexSpeed rating
Q M+S2up to 100 mph (160 km/h)
T M+S2up to 118 mph (190 km/h)
H M+S2up to 130 mph (210 km/h)
V M+S2up to 149 mph (240 km/h)
iNot all tires with the M+S marking provide
the driving characteristics of winter tires. In
addition to the M+S marking, winter tires also
have the isnowflake symbol on the tire
wall. Tires with this marking fulfill the require-
ments of the Rubber Manufacturers Associa-
tion (RMA) and the Rubber Association of
Canada (RAC) regarding the tire traction on
snow. They have been especially developed
for driving on snow.
2Or M+S ifor winter tires.
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Wheels and tires

the defective wheel has been replaced with a
new wheel.
Vehicles with a tire pressure control sys-
tem:all installed wheels must be equipped with
functioning sensors.
Wheel and tire combinations
General notes
!
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom-
mends 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:
RMO = Mercedes-Benz Original
RMOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended
(tires featuring run-flat characteristics)
RMO1 = Mercedes-Benz Original (only cer-
tain AMG tires)
Mercedes-Benz Original Extended tires may
only be used on wheels that have been spe-
cifically 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 other-
wise 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 vehi- cle.
Mercedes-Benz accepts no liability for dam-
age resulting from the use of tires, wheels or
accessories other than those tested and
approved.
Information on tires, wheels and ap prove
d
combinations can be obtained from any quali-
fied specialist workshop.
!Retreaded tires are neither tested nor rec-
ommended by Mercedes-Benz, since previ-
ous damage cannot always be detected on
retreaded tires. As a result, Mercedes-Benz
cannot guarantee vehicle safety if retreaded
tires are mounted. Do not mount used tires if
you have no information about their previous
usage. Overview of abbreviations used in the following
tire tables:
RBA: both axles
RFA: front axle
RRA: rear axle
The recommended pressures for various oper-
ating conditions can be found:
Ron the Tire and Loading Information placard
on the B-pillar on the driver's side
Rin the tire pressure table in the fuel filler flap
Observe the notes on recommended tire pres-
sures under various operating conditions
(
Ypage 390).
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:
Rwith tires of the same size on a given axle (left and right)
Rwith the same type of tires at a given time
(summer tires, winter tires, MOExtended
tires)
Vehicles equipped 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 mount tires that do not feature run-flat properties, e.g.
winter tires. A TIREFIT kit may be obtained from a qualified specialist workshop.
iNot all wheel and tire combinations are
available at the factory for all countries.
iThe following pages contain information on
approved wheel rims and tire sizes for equip-
ping your vehicle with winter tires. Winter
tires are not available at the factory as stand- ard equipment or optional extras.
If you want to equip your vehicle with
approved winter tires, it may be necessary to
obtain wheel rims in the corresponding size.
The size of the approved winter tires may dif-
fer from 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 combinations413
Wheels and tires
Z

All-weather tires
R18
TiresWheels
BA:255/55 R18 10 5 HM+SBA:8. 0 J x 18 H2
Whee loffset :2.20 in (56 mm)
BA :255/55 R18 10 5 HM+SBA:8. 0 J x 18 H2
Whee loffset :2.22 in (56.5 mm)
R19
TiresWheels
BA :255/50 R19 10 7 HXL M+S3BA:8. 0 J x 19 H2
Whee loffset :2.20 in (56 mm)
BA :255/50 R19 10 7 HXL M+S3,4BA :8. 5 J x 19 H2
Whee loffset :2.32 in (59 mm)
BA :255/50 R19 10 7 HXL M+S3,4BA :8. 5 J x 19 H2
Whee loffset :2.44 in (62 mm)
R20
TiresWheels
BA :265/45 R20 10 8 HXL M+S3,4BA :9. 0 J x 20 H2
Whee loffset :2.24 in (57 mm)
Winter tires
R17
TiresWheels
BA :235/65 R17 10 4 HM+SiBA:7. 5 J x 17 H2
Whee loffset :2.09 in (53 mm)
R18
TiresWheels
BA :255/55 R18 10 5 HM+SiBA:8. 0 J x 18 H2
Whee loffset :2.20 in (56 mm)
BA :255/55 R18 10 5 HM+SBA:8. 0 J x 18 H2
Whee loffset :2.22 in (56.5 mm)
3Available as MOExtended tires.4Use of snow chain sno tpermitted. Observ eth enote sin th e"Snow chains" section.
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Wheels and tires
Z

R19
TiresWheels
BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S3BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm)
BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S3, 4BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.32 in (59 mm)
BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S3, 4BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
R20
TiresWheels
BA: 265/45 R20 108 H XL M+S3, 4BA: 9.0 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 2.24 in (57 mm)
Winter tires
R18
TiresWheels
BA: 255/55 R18 105 H M+SiBA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm)
BA: 255/55 R18 105 H M+SiBA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.22 in (56.5 mm)
R19
TiresWheels
BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S i3BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm)
BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+Si3, 4BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.32 in (59 mm)
BA: 255/50 R19 103 W M+Si3BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
R20
TiresWheels
BA: 265/45 R20 108 V XL M+S i4BA: 9.0 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 2.24 in (57 mm)
3Available as MOExtended tires.4Use of snow chains not permitted. Observe the notes in the "Snow chains" section.
Wheel and tire combinations417
Wheels and tires
Z

GLE 350 4MATIC
Summer tires
R21
TiresWheels
BA: 265/40 R21 105 Y XL4, 5BA: 9.0 J x 21 H2
Wheel offset: 2.09 in (53 mm)
All-weather tires
R18
TiresWheels
BA: 255/55 R18 105 H M+SBA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm)
BA: 255/55 R18 105 H M+SBA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.22 in (56.5 mm)
R19
TiresWheels
BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S3BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm)
BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S3, 4BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.32 in (59 mm)
BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S3, 4BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
R20
TiresWheels
BA: 265/45 R20 108 H XL M+S3, 4BA: 9.0 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 2.24 in (57 mm)
Winter tires
R18
TiresWheels
BA: 255/55 R18 105 H M+SiBA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm)
4Use of snow chains not permitted. Observe the notes in the "Snow chains" section.5Only for vehicles with the AIRMATIC package (code 489).3Available as MOExtended tires.
418Wheel and tire combinations
Wheels and tires

R19
TiresWheels
BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S3BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm)
BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S3, 4BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.32 in (59 mm)
BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S3, 4BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
R20
TiresWheels
BA: 265/45 R20 108 H XL M+S3, 4BA: 9.0 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 2.24 in (57 mm)
Winter tires
R18
TiresWheels
BA: 255/55 R18 105 H M+SiBA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm)
BA: 255/55 R18 105 H M+SiBA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.22 in (56.5 mm)
R19
TiresWheels
BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S i3BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm)
BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+Si3, 4BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.32 in (59 mm)
BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+Si3, 4BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.32 in (62 mm)
R20
TiresWheels
BA: 265/45 R20 108 V XL M+S i4BA: 9.0 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 2.24 in (57 mm)
3Available as MOExtended tires.4Use of snow chains not permitted. Observe the notes in the "Snow chains" section.
420Wheel and tire combinations
Wheels and tires

GLE 400 4MATIC
Summer tires
R21
TiresWheels
BA: 265/40 R21 105 Y XL4, 5BA: 9.0 J x 21 H2
Wheel offset: 2.09 in (53 mm)
All-weather tires
R18
TiresWheels
BA: 255/55 R18 105 H M+SBA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm)
BA: 255/55 R18 105 H M+SBA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.22 in (56.5 mm)
R19
TiresWheels
BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S3BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm)
BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S3, 4BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.32 in (59 mm)
BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S3, 4BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
R20
TiresWheels
BA: 265/45 R20 108 H XL M+S3, 4BA: 9.0 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 2.24 in (57 mm)
Winter tires
R18
TiresWheels
BA: 255/55 R18 105 H M+SiBA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm)
BA: 255/55 R18 105 H M+SiBA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 2.22 in (56.5 mm)
4Use of snow chains not permitted. Observe the notes in the "Snow chains" section.5Only for vehicles with the AIRMATIC package (code 489).3Available as MOExtended tires.
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Wheels and tires
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