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259 Tires, Wheels
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Replace rims or tires with the same designation,
manufacturer and type as shown on the original part.
See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for further
information.
See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for
information on tested and recommended rims and tires
for summer and winter operation. They can also offer
advice concerning tire service and purchase.
Tire replacement
Front tires should be replaced in sets. Rims and tires
must be of the correct size and type. For dimensions,
see “Technical Data”.
We recommend that you break in new tires for approx.
60 miles (100 km) at moderate speed.It is imperative that the wheel mounting bolts be
fastened to a tightening torque of 80 ft.lb. (110 Nm)
whenever wheels are mounted.
For rim and tire specifications, refer to “Technical Data”.
Wa r n i n g !
Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If the tire tread
is badly worn, or if the tires have sustained
damage, replace them.When replacing rims, use only genuine
Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for the
particular rim type. Failure to do so can result in
the bolts loosening and possibly an accident.

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Important!
The spare wheel rim size is 7
1/2J x 17 H 2.
The spare wheel rim is mounted with a full size tire of
the same type as on the vehicle’s front axle, and is fully
functional. However, that spare wheel rim is weight
optimized and has a limited service life of 12 000 miles
(20 000 km) use before a standard wheel rim must
replace it.
In the case of a rear axle f lat tire, you may temporarily
use the spare wheel, when observing the following
restrictions:
•Do not exceed vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h).
•Drive to the nearest tire repair facility to have the
flat tire repaired or replaced as appropriate.
•Do not operate vehicle with more than one spare
wheel mounted.
If the arrow on tire side wall does not point in direction
of vehicle forward movement when using the spare
wheel, observe the following restriction:Unid irectional tires must a lways be mou nted wit h a rrow
on tire sidewall pointing in direction of vehicle forward
movement.
For rim and tire specifications, refer to “Technical Data”.
Wa r n i n g !
The spare wheel rim is for temporary use only. Use
for over a total of 12 000 miles (20 000 km)
(aggregate of all uses) may cause wheel rim failure
leading to an accident and possible injuries.The dimensions of the spare wheel are different
from those of the road wheels of the rear axle. As a
result, the vehicle handling characteristics change
when driving with a spare wheel mounted on the
rear axle.The spare wheel should only be used temporarily,
and replaced with a regular road wheel as quick as
possible.

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Wa r n i n g !
Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged or
rusted.Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts.Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired
immediately.Incorrect mounting bolts or improperly tightened
mounting bolts can cause the wheel to come off.
This could cause an accident. Be sure to use the
correct mounting bolts.
Wa r n i n g !
The spare wheel rim is for temporary use only. Use
for over a total of 12 000 miles (20 000 km)
(aggregate of all uses) may cause wheel rim failure
leading to an accident and possible injuries.The dimensions of the spare wheel are different
from those of the road wheels of the rear axle. As a
result, the vehicle handling characteristics change
when driving with a spare wheel mounted on the
rear axle.The spare wheel should only be used temporarily,
and replaced with a regular road wheel as quick as
possible.

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Main dimensions
We i g h t s (see certification tag) Model CLK 430 CLK 55 AMG
Overall vehicle length 179.8 in (4567 mm) 179.8 in (4567 mm)
Overall vehicle width 67.8 in (1722 mm) 67.8 in (1722 mm)
Overall height 54.6 in (1386 mm) 54.6 in (1386 mm)
Wheel base 105.9 in (2690 mm) 105.9 in (2690 mm)
Track, front 59.3 in (1505 mm) 59.3 in (1505 mm)
Track, rear 58.6 in (1488 mm) 58.6 in (1488 mm)
Roof load max. 220 lb (100 kg)
Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg)

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Storage compartments,
armrest and cup holder ............................................ 153
Stowing things in the vehicle ......................................248
Sun visors ....................................................................... 152
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) ........................... 66
Synchronizing remote control .....................................285
TTachometer ....................................................................... 89
Technical data ................................................................ 301
Electrical system .......................................................303
Main dimensions ......................................................304
Rims and tires ...........................................................302
Weights .......................................................................304
Tele Aid ........................................................................... 180
Emergency calls ........................................................ 181
Information ................................................................ 185
Initiating an emergency call manually ................. 183
Roadside Assistance ................................................. 184
TELE AID - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................246
Telephone .......................................................................... 98
General notes ............................................................. 164
Incoming call ............................................................. 102Redialing ....................................................................100
Telephone book ........................................................... 98
Telephones and two-way radios ................................... 176
Telescoping steering column
Adjusting ......................................................................78
Indicator lamp .......................................................... 232
Telescoping steering column - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 242
The first 1 000 miles .....................................................177
Tire inflation pressure ................................................. 267
Tire traction ................................................................... 207
Tires ................................................................................. 311
Driving instructions ................................................ 206
Rims and tires .......................................................... 302
Rotating wheels ........................................................ 260
Tire inflation pressure ............................................ 267
Tire replacement ...................................................... 259
Winter driving instructions .................................... 209
Tow-away alarm ................................................................44
Towing the vehicle ........................................................ 272
Transmission .................................................................. 193
Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking .................................................. 274
Traveling abroad ............................................................ 211
Trip computer .................................................................104
Trip odometer ...................................................................89