MINI Clubman (2018 year). Manual

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Wheels and tires

Tire inflation pressure values over

COOPER ALL4

100 mph/160 km/h

Tire size

Pressure specifications in

bar/PSI

COOPER

Specifications in

Tire size

Pressure specifications in

bar/PSI with cold

bar/PSI

tires

Specifications in

bar/PSI with cold

tires

205/55 R 16 91 V

2.4 / 35

M+S A/S RSC

205/55 R 16 91 W

205/55 R 16 91 V

2.2 / 32

2.4 / 35

Std/RSC

M+S A/S RSC

205/55 R 16 91 H

205/55 R 16 91 W

M+S RSC

Std/RSC

225/45 R 17 91 V

205/55 R 16 91 H

M+S A/S RSC

M+S RSC

225/45 R 17 91 W

225/45 R 17 91 V

RSC

M+S A/S RSC

225/45 R 17 91 H

225/45 R 17 91 W

M+S RSC

RSC

225/45 R 17 94 W

XL Std

225/40 R 18 92 Y

225/45 R 17 91 H

XL RSC

M+S RSC

225/40 ZR 18 92 Y

225/40 R 18 92 Y

XL Std

XL RSC

195/60 R 16 89 H

2.5 / 36

225/40 ZR 18 92 Y

M+S Std

XL Std

195/55 R 17 92 H

2.6 / 38

2.7 / 39

195/60 R 16 89 H

2.4 / 35

M+S XL Std

M+S Std

225/40 R 18 92 V

195/55 R 17 92 H

2.5 / 36

2.7 / 39

M+S XL RSC

M+S XL Std

225/35 R 19 88 Y

2.8 / 41

225/40 R 18 92 V

XL RSC

M+S XL RSC

Emergency wheel

Speed up to a max. of

225/35 R 19 88 Y

2.6 / 38

2.7 / 39

50 mph / 80 km/h

XL RSC

T 125/70 R 17 98

4.2 / 60

Emergency wheel

Speed up to a max. of

50 mph / 80 km/h

T 125/70 R 17 98

4.2 / 60

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COOPER S

COOPER S ALL4

Tire size

Pressure specifications in bar/PSI

Tire size

Pressure specifications in bar/PSI

Specifications in

bar/PSI with cold

tires

225/45 R 17 91

2.7 / 39

2.5 / 36

195/55 R 17 92

2.7 / 39

2.6 / 38

W RSC

H M+S XL Std

225/45 R 17 91 H

225/40 R 18 92

M+S RSC

Y XL RSC

225/45 R 17 91 V

225/40 ZR 18 92

M+S A/S RSC

Y XL Std

195/55 R 17 92 H

225/45 R 17 91

2.8 / 41

2.7 / 38

M+S XL Std

V M+S A/S RSC

225/40 R 18 92 Y

225/45 R 17 91

XL RSC

W RSC

225/40 ZR 18 92

225/45 R 17 91

Y XL Std

H M+S RSC

225/35 R 19 88 Y

3.0 / 44

2.8 / 41

225/40 R 18 92

3.0 / 44

XL RSC

V M+S XL RSC

225/40 R 18 92 V

225/35 R 19 88

3.1 / 45

M+S XL RSC

Y XL RSC

Emergency

Speed up to a max. of

Emergency

Speed up to a max. of

wheel

50 mph / 80 km/h

wheel

50 mph / 80 km/h

T 125/70 R 17 98

4.2 / 60

T 125/70 R 17

4.2 / 60

98 M

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JOHN COOPER WORKS

Speed letter

Q = up to 100 mph/160 km/h

Tire size

Pressure specifications in bar/PSI

R = 106 mph/170 km/h

Specifications in

S = up to 112 mph/180 km/h

bar/PSI with cold

tires

T = up to 118 mph/190 km/h

H = up to 131 mph/210 km/h

V = up to 150 mph/240 km/h

225/40 R 18 92 Y

2.8 / 41

XL RSC

W = up to 167 mph/270 km/h

225/40 ZR 18 92

Y = up to 186 mph/300 km/h

Y XL Std

Tire Identification Number

195/55 R 17 92 H

M+S XL Std

DOT code: DOT xxxx xxx 3817

xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand

225/40 R 18 92 V

3.1 / 46

xxx: tire size and tire design

M+S XL RSC

3817: tire age

225/35 R 19 88 Y

3.2 / 46

Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of

XL RSC

the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Tire age

Tire identification marks

Recommendation

Tire size

Regardless of the tire tread, replace tires at

205/45 R 17 84 V

least every 6 years.

205: nominal width in mm

Manufacture date

45: aspect ratio in %

You can find the manufacture date of the tire

R: radial tire code

on the tire's sidewall.

17: rim diameter in inches

Designation

Manufacture date

84: load rating, not for ZR tires

DOT … 3817

38th week, 2017

V: speed rating, before the R on ZR tires

Maximum tire load

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Maximum tire load is the maximum permissible

Quality grades can be found where applicable

weight for which the tire is approved.

on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder

and maximum section width.

Locate the maximum tire load on the tire side-

wall and the Gross Axle Weight Rating - GAWR -

E.g.: Treadwear 200; Traction AA; Temperature

on the certification label on the driver’s door

pillar. Divide the tire load by 1.1. It must be

greater than one-half of the vehicle’s Gross

DOT Quality Grades

Axle Weight Rating - GAWR. Note, front vs. rear

Treadwear

GAWR and tire loads, respectively.

Traction AA A B C

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Temperature A B C

represent higher levels of performance on the

laboratory test wheel than the minimum re-

All passenger vehicle tires must conform to

quired by law.

Federal Safety Requirements in addition to

these grades.

WARNING

The temperature grade for this tire is es-

Treadwear

tablished for a tire that is properly inflated and

The treadwear grade is a comparative rating

not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinfla-

based on the wear rate of the tire when tested

tion, or excessive loading, either separately or

under controlled conditions on a specified gov-

in combination, can cause heat buildup and

ernment test course. E.g., a tire graded 150

possible tire failure.◀

would wear one and one-half, 1 g, times as well

on the government course as a tire graded 100.

RSC - Run-flat tires

The relative performance of tires depends upon

Run-flat tires, refer to page 224, are labeled

the actual conditions of their use, however, and

with a circular symbol containing the letters

may depart significantly from the norm due to

RSC marked on the sidewall.

variations in driving habits, service practices

and differences in road characteristics and cli-

mate.

M+S

Winter and all-season tires with better cold

Traction

weather performance than summer tires.

The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are

AA, A, B, and C.

Tire tread

Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop

on wet pavement as measured under control-

led conditions on specified government test

Summer tires

surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked

Do not drive with a tire tread of less than

C may have poor traction performance.

0.12 in/3 mm, otherwise there is an increased

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based

risk of hydroplaning.

on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and

does not include acceleration, cornering, hy-

Winter tires

droplaning, or peak traction characteristics.

Do not drive with a tire tread of less than

0.16 in/4 mm, as such tires are less suitable for

Temperature

winter operation.

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.

Sustained high temperature can cause the ma-

terial 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 ve-

hicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor

Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades Band A

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Wheels and tires

Minimum tread depth

▷ Tire inflation pressure too low.

▷ Vehicle overloading.

▷ Incorrect tire storage.

Safety information

WARNING

Damaged tires can lose tire inflation pres-

sure, which can lead to loss of vehicle control.

There is a risk of an accident. If tire damage is

suspected while driving, immediately reduce

Wear indicators are distributed around the tire's

speed and stop. Have wheels and tires

circumference and have the legally required

checked. For this purpose, drive carefully to the

minimum height of 0.063 inches/1.6 mm.

nearest dealer’s service center or another

qualified service center or repair shop. Have

The positions of the wear indicators are marked

vehicle towed or transported as needed. Do not

on the tire sidewall with TWI, Tread Wear Indi-

repair damaged tires, but have them re-

cator.

placed.◀

WARNING

Tire damage

Tires can become damaged by driving

over obstacles, e.g., curbs or road damage, at

General information

high speed. Larger wheels have a smaller tire

Inspect your tires regularly for damage, foreign

cross-section. The smaller the tire cross-section,

objects lodged in the tread, and tread wear.

the higher the risk of tire damage. There is a

Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces,

danger of accidents and property damage. If

as well as debris, curbs and other obstacles can

possible, drive around obstacles, or drive over

cause serious damage to wheels, tires and sus-

them slowly and carefully.◀

pension parts. This is more likely to occur with

low-profile tires, which provide less cushioning

between the wheel and the road. Be careful to

Changing wheels and

avoid road hazards and reduce your speed, es-

tires

pecially if your vehicle is equipped with low-

profile tires.

Mounting and wheel balancing

Indications of tire damage or other vehicle mal-

functions:

Have mounting and wheel balancing carried

out by a dealer’s service center or another

▷ Unusual vibrations.

qualified service center or repair shop.

▷ Unusual tire or running noises.

▷ Unusual handling such as a strong ten-

Wheel and tire combination

dency to pull to the left or right.

Damage can be caused by the following situa-

General information

tions, for instance:

You can ask the dealer’s service center or an-

other qualified service center or repair shop

▷ Driving over curbs.

▷ Road damage.

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about the correct wheel/tire combination and

New tires

wheel rim versions for the vehicle.

Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur-

ing circumstances when tires are brand-new;

Safety information

they achieve their full traction potential after a

WARNING

break-in time.

Wheels and tires which are not suitable

Drive conservatively for the first

for your vehicle can damage parts of the vehi-

200 miles/300 km.

cle, for instance due to contact with the body

due to tolerances despite the same official size

Retreaded tires

rating. There is a risk of an accident. The manu-

WARNING

facturer of your vehicle strongly suggests that

Retreaded tires can have different tire

you use wheels and tires that have been rec-

casing structures. With advanced age the serv-

ommended by the vehicle manufacturer for

ice life can be limited. There is a risk of an acci-

your vehicle type.◀

dent. The manufacturer of your vehicle does

WARNING

not recommend the use of retreaded tires.◀

Incorrect wheel/tire combinations will

The manufacturer of your vehicle does not rec-

have a negative impact on the vehicle's han-

ommend the use of retreaded tires.

dling and on the function of a variety of sys-

tems, such as ABS or DSC. There is a risk of an

Winter tires

accident. To maintain good handling and vehi-

Winter tires are recommended for operating on

cle response, use only tires with a single tread

winter roads.

configuration from a single manufacturer. The

Although so-called all-season M+S tires provide

manufacturer of the vehicle recommends that

better winter traction than summer tires, they

you use wheels and tires that have been rec-

usually do not provide the same level of per-

ommended by the vehicle manufacturer for

formance as winter tires.

your vehicle type. Following tire damage, have

the original wheel/tire combination remounted

Maximum speed of winter tires

on the vehicle as soon as possible.◀

If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher

than the permissible speed for the winter tires,

Recommended tire brands

then attach a label showing the permissible

maximum speed in the field of view. The label

is available from a dealer’s service center or an-

other qualified service center or repair shop.

With winter tires mounted, observe and do not

exceed the permissible maximum speed.

Run-flat tires

If you are already using run-flat tires, for your

own safety you should replace them only with

For each tire size, the manufacturer of the vehi-

the same kind. No spare tire is available in the

cle recommends certain tire brands. The tire

case of a flat tire. Further information is availa-

brands can be identified by a star on the tire

ble from a dealer’s service center or another

sidewall.

qualified service center or repair shop.

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Wheels and tires

Rotating wheels between axles

Safety information

Different wear patterns can occur on the front

WARNING

and rear axles depending on individual driving

Your vehicle handles differently with a

conditions. The tires can be rotated in pairs be-

run-flat with no or low inflation pressure; for in-

tween the axles to achieve even wear. Further

stance, your lane stability when braking is re-

information is available from a dealer’s service

duced, braking distances are longer and the

center or another qualified service center or re-

self-steering properties will change. There is a

pair shop. After rotating, check the tire pressure

risk of an accident.

and correct, if needed.

Drive moderately and do not exceed a speed of

50 mph/80 km/h.◀

Storing tires

Air pressure

Label

Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres-

sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.

Storage

Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry and dark

place.

Always protect tires against all contact with oil,

grease, and solvents.

Do not leave tires in plastic bags.

The tires are marked on the tire sidewall with

Remove dirt from wheels or tires.

RSC Run-flat System Component.

Run-flat tires

Repairing a flat tire

Concept

Safety measures

Run-flat tires permit continued driving under

restricted conditions even in the event of a

▷ Park the vehicle as far away as possible

complete loss of tire inflation pressure.

from passing traffic and on solid ground.

▷ Switch on the hazard warning system.

General information

▷ Secure the vehicle against rolling away by

The wheels are composed of tires that are self-

setting the parking brake.

supporting to a limited degree.

▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front

The support of the sidewall allows the tire to re-

wheels are in the straight-ahead position

main drivable to a restricted degree in the

and engage the steering wheel lock.

event of a tire inflation pressure loss.

▷ Have all vehicle occupants get out of the

Follow the instructions for continued driving

vehicle and ensure that they remain out-

with a flat tire.

side the immediate area in a safe place,

such as behind a guardrail.

▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle at an

appropriate distance.

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Sealant container

Mobility System

Concept

With the Mobility System, minor tire damage

can be sealed temporarily to enable continued

travel. To accomplish this, sealant is pumped

into the tires, which seals the damage from the

inside.

General information

▷

Follow the instructions on using the Mobi-

▷

Sealant container, arrow 1.

lity System found on the compressor and

▷

Filling hose, arrow 2.

sealant container.

Observe use-by date on the sealant container.

▷

Use of the Mobility System may be ineffec-

tive if the tire puncture measures approx.

Compressor

1/8 inches/4 mm or more.

▷

Contact a dealer’s service center or another

qualified service center or repair shop if the

tire cannot be made drivable.

▷

If possible, do not remove foreign bodies

that have penetrated the tire. Only remove

foreign objects if they are visibly protruding

from the tire.

▷

Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant

container and apply it to the steering

Sealant container unlocking

wheel.

Sealant container holder

▷

The use of a sealant can damage the TPM

wheel electronics. In this case, have the

Tire pressure gage

TPM wheel electronics replaced at the next

Reduce tire inflation pressure button

opportunity.

On/off switch

▷

The compressor can be used to check the

Compressor

tire inflation pressure.

Connector/cable for socket

Overview

Connection hose

Storage

Safety measures

The Mobility System is in a bag on the left side

▷ Park the vehicle as far away as possible

of the cargo area.

from passing traffic and on solid ground.

▷ Switch on the hazard warning system.

▷ Secure the vehicle against rolling away by

setting the parking brake.

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▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front

Pull filling hose completely out of the cover

wheels are in the straight-ahead position

of the sealant container. Do not kink the

and engage the steering wheel lock.

hose.

▷ Have all vehicle occupants get out of the

vehicle and ensure that they remain out-

side the immediate area in a safe place,

such as behind a guardrail.

▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle at an

appropriate distance.

Filling the tire with sealant

Safety information

Slide the sealant container into the holder

DANGER

on the compressor housing, ensuring that it

If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventila-

engages audibly.

tion is insufficient, harmful exhaust gases can

enter into the vehicle. The exhaust gases con-

tain pollutants which are colorless and odorless.

In enclosed areas, exhaust gases can also accu-

mulate outside of the vehicle. There is danger

to life. Keep the exhaust pipe free and ensure

sufficient ventilation.◀

NOTE

The compressor can overheat during ex-

tended operation. There is a risk of damage to

Screw the filling hose of the sealant con-

property. Do not run the compressor for more

tainer onto the tire valve of the nonworking

than 10 minutes.◀

wheel.

Filling

1. Shake the sealant container.

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With the compressor switched off, insert

Removing and stowing the sealant

the plug into the power socket inside the

container

vehicle.

1. Unscrew the filling hose of the sealant con-

tainer from the tire valve.

2. Press the red unlocking device.

3. Remove the sealant container from the

compressor.

4. Wrap and store the sealant container in

suitable material to avoid dirtying the cargo

area.

Minimum tire inflation pressure is not

With the ignition switched on or the engine

reached

running, switch on the compressor.

1. Pull the connector out of the power socket

inside the vehicle.

2. Drive 33 ft/10 m forward and back to dis-

tribute the sealant in the tire.

3. Screw the connection hose of the compres-

sor directly onto the tire valve stem.

Let the compressor run for max. 10 minutes to

fill the tire with sealant and achieve a tire infla-

tion pressure of approx. 2.5 bar.

While the tire is being filled with sealant, the

tire inflation pressure may sporadically reach

approx. 5 bar. Do not switch off the compressor

4. Insert the connector into the power socket

at this point.

inside the vehicle.

Checking and adjusting the tire

inflation pressure

Checking

1. Switch off the compressor.

2. Read the tire inflation pressure on the tire

pressure gage.

To continue the trip, a tire inflation pressure of

at least 2 bar must be reached.

5. With the ignition switched on or the engine

running, switch on the compressor.

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If a tire inflation pressure of at least 2 bar

Insert the connector into the power socket

cannot be reached, contact your dealer’s

inside the vehicle.

service center or another qualified service

center or repair shop.

If a tire inflation pressure of at least 2 bar is

reached, see Minimum tire inflation pres-

sure is reached.

6. Unscrew the connection hose of the com-

pressor from the tire valve.

7. Pull the connector out of the power socket

inside the vehicle.

Correct the tire inflation pressure to at least

8. Stow the Mobility System in the vehicle.

2.0 bar.

Minimum tire inflation pressure is

▷ Increase tire inflation pressure: with the

reached

ignition switched on or the engine run-

ning, switch on the compressor.

1. Unscrew the connection hose of the com-

pressor from the tire valve.

▷ Reduce tire inflation pressure: press the

button on the compressor.

2. Pull the connector out of the power socket

inside the vehicle.

Unscrew the connection hose of the com-

pressor from the tire valve.

3. Stow the Mobility System in the vehicle.

Pull the connector out of the power socket

4. Immediately drive approx. 5 miles/10 km to

inside the vehicle.

ensure that the sealant is evenly distributed

in the tire.

Stow the Mobility System in the vehicle.

Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.

Continuing the trip

If possible, do not drive at speeds less than

Do not exceed the maximum permissible speed

12 mph/20 km/h.

of 50 mph/80 km/h.

Adjustment

Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to

page 138.

1. Stop at a suitable location.

Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to

2. Screw the connection hose of the compres-

page 133.

sor directly onto the tire valve stem.

Replace the nonworking tire and the sealant

container of the Mobility System promptly.

Snow chains

Safety information

WARNING

With the mounting of snow chains on un-

suitable tires, the snow chains can come into

contact with vehicle parts. There is a risk of ac-

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cidents or risk of damage to property. Only

Changing wheels/tires

mount snow chains on tires that are designated

by their manufacturer as suitable for the use of

General information

snow chains.◀

When using run-flat tires or a flat tire kit, a

WARNING

wheel does not always need to be changed im-

mediately when there is a loss of tire inflation

Insufficiently tight snow chains may dam-

pressure due to a flat tire.

age tires and vehicle components. There is a

risk of accidents or risk of damage to property.

If needed, the tools for changing wheels are

Make sure that the snow chains are always suf-

available as accessories from a dealer’s service

ficiently tight. Re-tighten as needed according

center or another qualified service center or re-

to the snow chain manufacturer's instruc-

pair shop.

tions.◀

Safety information

Fine-link snow chains

DANGER

The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends

The vehicle jack is only provided for

use of fine-link snow chains. Certain types of

short-term lifting of the vehicle for wheel

fine-link snow chains have been tested by the

changes. Even if all safety measures are ob-

manufacturer of the vehicle and recommended

served, there is a risk of the raised vehicle fall-

as road-safe and suitable.

ing, if the vehicle jack tilts over. There is a risk

Information regarding suitable snow chains is

of injuries or danger to life. If the vehicle is

available from a dealer’s service center or an-

raised, do not lie under the vehicle and do not

other qualified service center or repair shop.

start the engine.◀

DANGER

Use

Supports such as wooden blocks under

Use only in pairs on the front wheels, equipped

the vehicle jack may prevent it from achieving

with the tires of the following size:

its load capacity due to its restricted height. The

▷

195/60 R 16.

load capacity of the wooden blocks may be ex-

▷

195/55 R 17.

ceeded, causing the vehicle to tip over. There is

Follow the snow chain manufacturer's instruc-

a risk of injuries or danger to life. Do not place

tions.

supports under the vehicle jack.◀

Do not initialize the run-flat tires after mount-

WARNING

ing snow chains, as doing so may result in in-

The jack, issued by the vehicle manufac-

correct readings.

turer, is provided in order to perform a wheel

Do not reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM af-

change in the event of a breakdown. The jack is

ter mounting snow chains, as doing so may re-

not designed for frequent use; for example,

sult in incorrect readings.

changing from summer to winter tires. Using

When driving with snow chains, briefly activate

the jack frequently may cause it to become

Dynamic Traction Control DTC, if needed.

jammed or damaged. There is a risk of injury

and risk of damage to property. Only use the

Maximum speed with snow chains

jack to attach an emergency or spare wheel in

the event of a breakdown.◀

Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h

when using snow chains.

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WARNING

On a level surface

On soft, uneven or slippery ground, for

example snow, ice, tiles, etc., the vehicle jack

can slip away. There is a risk of injury. If possi-

ble, change the wheel on a flat, solid, and slip-

resistant surface.◀

WARNING

The vehicle jack is optimized for lifting

the vehicle and for the jacking points on the ve-

hicle only. There is a risk of injury. Do not lift

Place wheel chocks or other suitable objects in

any other vehicle or cargo using the vehicle

front and behind the wheel that is diagonal to

jack.◀

the wheel to be changed.

WARNING

If the vehicle jack is not inserted into the

On a slight downhill gradient

jacking point provided for this purpose, the ve-

hicle may be damaged or the vehicle jack may

slip when it is being cranked up. There is a risk

of injury or risk of damage to property. When

cranking up the vehicle jack, ensure that it is in-

serted in the jacking point next to the wheel

housing.◀

WARNING

A vehicle that is raised on a vehicle jack

may fall off of the jack if lateral forces are ex-

If you need to change a wheel on a slight

erted on it. There is a risk of injury and risk of

downhill grade, place chocks and other suitable

damage to property. While the vehicle is raised,

objects, for instance a rock, under the wheels

do not exert lateral forces on the vehicle or pull

of both the front and rear axles against the roll-

abruptly on the vehicle. Have a stuck wheel re-

ing direction.

moved by a dealer’s service center or another

qualified service center or repair shop.◀

Lug bolt lock

Securing the vehicle against rolling

Concept

The wheel lug bolts have a special coding. The

General information

lug bolts can only be released with the adapter

The vehicle manufacturer recommends to addi-

which matches the coding.

tionally secure the vehicle against rolling away

when changing a wheel.

Overview

The adapter of the lug bolt lock is located in the

onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to page 245.

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▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle or

portable hazard warning light at an appro-

priate distance.

▷ Secure the vehicle additionally against roll-

ing.

▷ Loosen the lug bolts a half turn.

Jacking points for the vehicle jack

▷ Lug bolt, arrow 1.

▷ Adapter, arrow 2.

Unscrewing

1. Attach the adapter to the lug bolt.

2. Unscrew the lug bolt.

3. Remove the adapter after unscrewing the

lug bolt.

The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo-

cated at the marked positions.

Screwing on

1. Attach the adapter to the lug bolt. If neces-

sary, turn the adapter until it fits on the lug

Jacking up the vehicle

bolt.

WARNING

2. Screw on the lug bolt. The tightening tor-

Hands and fingers can be jammed when

que is 140 Nm.

using the vehicle jack. There is a risk of injury.

3. Remove the adapter and stow it after

Comply with the described hand position and

screwing on the lug bolt.

Preparing the vehicle

▷ Park the vehicle on solid and non-slip

ground at a safe distance from traffic.

▷ Switch on the hazard warning system.

▷ Set the parking brake.

▷ Engage a gear or move the selector lever to

position P.

▷ As soon as permitted by the traffic flow,

have all vehicle occupants get out of the

vehicle and ensure that they remain out-

side the immediate area in a safe place,

such as behind a guardrail.

▷ Depending on the equipment version, get

tools and the emergency wheel from the

vehicle.

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Wheels and tires

do not change this position while using the ve-

5. Make sure that the vehicle jack foot stands

hicle jack.◀

vertically and at a right angle beneath the

jacking point.

1. Hold the vehicle jack with one hand, ar-

row 1, and grasp the vehicle jack crank or

lever with your other hand, arrow 2.

6. Make sure that the vehicle jack foot stands

vertically and perpendicularly beneath the

jacking point after extending the vehicle

2. Insert the vehicle jack into the rectangular

jack.

recess of the jacking point closest to the

wheel to be changed.

7. Crank up the vehicle jack until the entire

surface of the jack is in contact with the

3. Extend the vehicle jack by turning the vehi-

ground and the wheel in question is raised

cle jack crank or lever clockwise.

a maximum of 1.2 inches/3 cm off the

ground.

Mounting a wheel

Mount one emergency wheel only, as required.

1. Unscrew the lug bolts.

2. Remove the wheel.

3. Put the new wheel or emergency wheel on

and screw in at least two lug bolts in a

4. Take your hand away from the vehicle jack

crosswise pattern until hand-tight.

as soon as the vehicle jack is under load

If non-original light-alloy wheels of the ve-

and continue turning the vehicle jack crank

hicle manufacturer are mounted, the ac-

or lever with one hand.

companying lug bolts may have to be used

as well.

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MOBILITY

4. Hand-tighten the remaining lug bolts and

Safety information

tighten all lug bolts well in a crosswise pat-

WARNING

tern.

The emergency wheel has particular di-

5. Turn the vehicle jack crank counterclock-

mensions. When driving with an emergency

wise to retract the vehicle jack and lower

wheel, changed driving properties may occur,

the vehicle.

for instance reduced lane stability when brak-

6. Remove the vehicle jack and stow it se-

ing, longer braking distance, and changed self-

curely.

steering properties in the limit area. There is a

risk of an accident. Drive moderately and do

After the wheel change

not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.◀

1. Tighten the lug bolts crosswise. The tight-

ening torque is 101 lb ft/140 Nm.

Overview

2. Stow the nonworking wheel in the cargo

area, if necessary.

The nonworking wheel cannot be stored

under the cargo floor panel because of its

size.

3. Check tire inflation pressure at the next op-

portunity and correct as needed.

4. Reinitialize the run-flat tires.

Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.

The emergency wheel and the wheel change

5. Check to make sure the lug bolts are tight

tools are located in the cargo area under the

with a calibrated torque wrench.

cargo floor panel.

6. Have the damaged tire replaced at the

nearest dealer’s service center or another

Removing the emergency wheel

qualified service center or repair shop.

1. Pull up and remove the cargo floor panel.

2. Unscrew the wing nut.

Emergency wheel

Concept

In the event of a flat tire, the emergency wheel

can be used in place of the wheel with the de-

fective tire. The emergency wheel is only in-

tended for temporary use until the defective

tire/wheel has been replaced.

General information

3. Remove the cover.

Mount one emergency wheel only.

4. Remove the tool holder.

Also check the tire inflation pressure of the

5. Slide the emergency wheel to the left and

emergency wheel in the cargo area regularly,

remove it.

and correct it as needed.

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