WARNING
M+S tires with a tire tread depth of less than
in (4 mm) are not suitable for use
in winter
and do not provide sufficient traction. There
is a risk of an accident.
M+S tires with a tread depth of less than
in (4 mm) must be replaced immediately.
At temperatures below 45 (+7
), use
winter tires or all-season tires. Both types of
tire are identified by the M+S marking.
Only winter tires bearing the
snowflake
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: ■ Check the tire pressures .
■ Restart the tire pressure monitor .
■ Vehicles for Canada: restart the tire pressure loss warning system .
For more information on driving with the emergency spare wheel, see .
Selecting, mounting and replacing
tires
R Only mount tires and wheels of the same
type and make.
Exception: it is permissible to install a different type or make in the event of
a flat tire. Observe the "MOExtended tires (tires wi ...
Maximum load rating
WARNING
Do not overload the tires by exceeding the
specified load limit as indicated on the Tire
and Loading Information placard on the
driver's door B-pillar. Overloading the tires
can overheat ...
Automatic drive program
Drive program E (drive program C on AMG vehicles) is characterized by the
following:
• comfort-oriented engine and transmission
settings
• optimal fuel consumption resulting from
the automatic t ...