2016 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class SEDAN Owner's Manual

inserting wheel chocks. Do not disengage the
parking brake while the vehicle is raised.
RThe jack must be placed on a firm, flat and
non-slip surface. On a loose surface, a large,
flat, load-bearing underlay must be used. On a
slippery surface, a non-slip underlay must be
used, e.g. rubber mats.
RDo not use wooden blocks or similar objects
as a jack underlay. Otherwise, the jack will not
be able to achieve its load-bearing capacity
due to the restricted height.
RMake sure that the distance between the
underside of the tires and the ground does not
exceed 1.2 in (3 cm).
RNever place your hands and feet under the
raised vehicle.
RDo not lie under the vehicle.
RDo not start the engine when the vehicle is
raised.
RDo not open or close a door or the trunk lid
when the vehicle is raised.
RMake sure that no persons are present in the
vehicle when the vehicle is raised.
Vehicles with AMG wheels and hub caps: the
hub cap covers the wheel bolts. Before you can
unscrew the wheel bolts, you must remove the
hub cap. Two different variants can be installed.
Vehicles with AMG wheels and plastic hub
caps:
XTo remove: turn the center cover of hub
cap :counter-clockwise and remove.
XTo install: before installing, ensure that hub
cap :is in the open position. To do this, turn
the center cover counter-clockwise.
XPosition hub cap :and turn the center cover
clockwise until hub cap :engages physically
and audibly.
XMake sure that hub cap :is installed
securely.
Vehicles with AMG wheels and aluminum
hub caps:
XTo remove: take socket;and lug wrench
= from the vehicle tool kit (Ypage 367).
XPosition socket ;on hub cap :.
XPosition lug wrench =on socket ;.
XUsing lug wrench =, turn hub cap:coun-
ter-clockwise and remove it.
XTo install: before installing, check hub cap :
and the wheel area for soiling and clean if
necessary.
XPut hub cap :in position and turn until it is in
the right position.
XPosition socket ;on hub cap :.
XAttach lug wrench =to socket ;and
tighten hub cap :.
The tightening torque must be
18 lb-f t(25 Nm).
iNote that the hub cap should be tightened
to the specified torque of 18 lb-ft (25 Nm).
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have
the hub cap installed at a qualified specialist
workshop.
XUsing lug wrench =, loosen the bolts on the
wheel you wish to change by about one full
turn. Do not unscrew the bolts completely.
Changing a wheel407
Wheels and tires
Z

The jacking points are located just behind the
front wheel housings and just in front of the rear
wheel housings (arrows).
XTake the ratchet wrench out of the vehicle
tool kit and place it on the hexagon nut of the
jack so that the letters AUFare visible.
Mercedes-AMG vehicles and vehicles with
AMG equipment: to protect the vehicle body,
the vehicle has covers installed next to the jack-
ing points on the outer sills.
XMercedes-AMG vehicles and vehicles
with AMG equipment: fold cover?
upwards.
XPosition jack Bat jacking point A.
XMake sure the foot of the jack is directly
beneath the jacking point.
XTurn ratchet wrench Cuntil jack Bsits
completely on jacking point Aand the base
of the jack lies evenly on the ground.
XTurn ratchet wrench Cuntil the tire is raised
a maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from the ground.
Removing a wheel
!Mercedes-AMG vehicles: during removal
and repositioning of the wheel, the wheel rim
can strike the ceramic-brake disc and dam-
age it. Therefore, you should proceed care-
fully and get a second person assist to you.
Alternatively, you can use a second alignment
bolt.
!Do not place wheel bolts in sand or on a dirty
surface. The bolt and wheel hub threads could
otherwise be damaged when you screw them
in.
When mounting/removing wheels, and for as
long as the wheels are removed, avoid applying
any external force on the brake disks. This could
impair the level of comfort when braking.
408Changing a wheel
Wheels and tires

XUnscrew the uppermost wheel bolt com-
pletely.
XScrew alignment bolt:into the thread
instead of the wheel bolt.
XUnscrew the remaining wheel bolts fully.
XRemove the wheel.
Mounting a new wheel
GWARNING
Oiled or greased wheel bolts or damaged
wheel bolts/hub threads can cause the wheel bolts to come loose. As a result, you could
lose a wheel while driving. There is a risk of
accident.
Never oil or grease wheel bolts. In the event of
damage to the threads, contact a qualified
specialist workshop immediately. Have the
damaged wheel bolts or hub threads
replaced/renewed. Do not continue driving.
GWARNING
If you tighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts
when the vehicle is raised, the jack could tip
over. There is a risk of injury.
Only tighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts
when the vehicle is on the ground.
Always pay attention to the instructions and
safety notes in the "Changing a wheel" section
(
Ypage 405).
Only use wheel bolts that have been designed
for the wheel and the vehicle. For safety rea-
sons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you
only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective
wheel.
!Mercedes-AMG vehicles: during removal
and repositioning of the wheel, the wheel rim
can strike the ceramic-brake disc and dam-
age it. Therefore, you should proceed care-
fully and get a second person assist to you.
Alternatively, you can use a second alignment
bolt.
!To prevent damage to the paintwork, hold
the wheel securely against the wheel hub
while screwing in the first wheel bolt.
XClean the wheel and wheel hub contact sur-
faces.
XSlide the wheel to be mounted onto the align-
ment bolt and push it on.
XTighten the wheel bolts until they are finger-
tight.
XUnscrew the alignment bolt.
XTighten the last wheel bolt until it is finger-
tight.
Lowering the vehicle
GWARNING
The wheels could work loose if the wheel nuts and bolts are not tightened to the specified
tightening torque. There is a risk of accident.
Have the tightening torque immediately
checked at a qualified specialist workshop
after a wheel is changed.
XPlace the ratchet wrench onto the hexagon
nut of the jack so that the letters ABare visi-
ble.
XTurn the ratchet wrench until the vehicle is
once again standing firmly on the ground.
XPlace the jack to one side.
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XTighten the wheel bolts evenly in a crosswisepattern in the sequence indicated (: toA).
The tightening torque must be 110 lb-ft
(150 Nm).
XTurn the jack back to its initial position.
XStow the jack and the rest of the vehicle tools
in the trunk again.
XMercedes-AMG vehicles and vehicles
with AMG equipment: insert the cover into
the outer sill.
XCheck the tire pressure of the newly mounted
wheel and adjust it if necessary.
Observe the recommended tire pressure
(
Ypage 387).
iVehicles with a tire pressure control system:
all mounted wheels must be equipped with
functioning tire pressure control 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 approved
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 387).
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:
Rwith tires of the same size on a given axle (left
and right)
Rthe same type of tires at a given time (summer
tires, winter tires, MOExtended tires)
Exception: it is permissible to install a differ-
ent type or make in the event of a flat tire.
Observe the "MOExtended tires (tires with
run-flat characteristics" section (
Ypage 368).
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.
410Wheel and tire combinations
Wheels and tires

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 combinations411
Wheels and tires
Z

Tires
S 400 4MATIC
Summer tires
R18
TiresWheels
BA: 245/50 R1810 0 WBA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.61 in (41 mm)
R19
TiresWheels
FA: 245/45 R19 102 Y XL
RA: 275/40 R19 (101 Y) XL2FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.42 in (36 mm)
RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.71 in (43.5 mm)
FA: 245/45 R19 102 Y XL
RA: 275/40 R19 101 Y2FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm)5
RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm)5
R20
TiresWheels
FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL3, 4
RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL2, 3, 4
FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.42 in (36 mm)
RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.71 in (43.5 mm)
FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL3, 4
RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL2, 3, 4
FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.44 in (36.5 mm)
RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.73 in (44 mm)
FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL3
RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL2, 3
FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm)5
RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm)5
2Use of snow chains not permitted. Observe the notes in the "Snow chains" section.5Only in conjunction with AMG line (code 951).3Available as MOExtended tires4Not in conjunction with AMG line (code 951).
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Wheels and tires

All-weather tires
R18
TiresWheels
BA:245/50 R18 10 0 HM+S3,4BA :8. 0 J x 18 H2
Whee loffset :1.61 in (41 mm)
R19
TiresWheels
FA :245/45 R19 10 2 HXL M+S3,4
RA: 275/40 R19 10 1 HM+S2, 3, 4
FA:8. 5 J x 19 H2
Whee loffset :1.42 in (36 mm)
RA: 9. 5 J x19 H2
Whee loffset :1.71 in (43.5 mm)
FA :245/45 R19 10 2 HXL M+S3
RA: 275/40 R19 10 1 HM+S2,3
FA :8. 5 J x 19 H2
Whee loffset :1.50 in (38 mm)5
RA: 9. 5 J x19 H2
Whee loffset :1.50 in (38 mm )5
Winter tires
R18
TiresWheels
BA:245/50 R18 10 4 VXL M+S i3BA:8. 0 J x 18 H2
Whee loffset :1.61 in (41 mm)
R19
TiresWheels
BA :245/45 R19 10 2 VXL M+S i3BA:8. 5 J x 19 H2
Whee loffset :1.42 in (36 mm)
BA :245/45 R19 10 2 VXL M+S i3BA:8. 5 J x 19 H2
Whee loffset :1.50 in (38 mm)5
3Available as MOExtended tires4Not in conjunctio nwit hAM Glin e(code 951).2Use of snow chain sno tpermitted. Observ eth enote sin th e"Snow chains" section.5Only in conjunctio nwit hAM Glin e(code 951).
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Wheels and tires
Z

S 550
Summer tires
R18
TiresWheels
BA: 245/50 R18 100 WBA: 8.0 J x 18 H2
Wheel offset: 1.61 in (41 mm)
R19
TiresWheels
FA: 245/45 R19 102 Y XL
RA: 275/40 R19 101 Y2FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.42 in (36 mm)
RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.71 in (43.5 mm)
FA: 245/45 R19 102 Y XL
RA: 275/40 R19 101 Y2FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm)5
RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2
Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm)5
R20
TiresWheels
FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL3, 4
RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL2, 3, 4
FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.42 in (36 mm)
RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.71 in (43.5 mm)
FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL3, 4
RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL2, 3, 4
FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.44 in (36.5 mm)
RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.73 in (44 mm)
FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL3
RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL2, 3
FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm)5
RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2
Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm)5
2Use of snow chains not permitted. Observe the notes in the "Snow chains" section.5Only in conjunction with AMG line (code 951).3Available as MOExtended tires4Not in conjunction with AMG line (code 951).
414Wheel and tire combinations
Wheels and tires