Wheels and tyres
Tyre code Fig. 119
Universal code on tyres Radial
Rim diameter code
Load index & speed rating
DOT tyre identification number
Severe snow conditions
Tyre ply composition and materials used
Max. load rating
Treadwear, traction and temperature
grades
Max. permissible inflation pressure
Passenger car tyre
Nominal width of tyre in millimetres
Ratio of height to width (aspect ratio)
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12Tyre code (example)Meaning
Make, logotypeManufacturer
Product nameName of tyre assigned by manufacturer.
P255 / 55 R 18Size:
PPassenger vehicle code.
255Nominal width between walls, in mm.
55Height/width ratio in %
RTyre type (R indicates "radial").
18Rim diameter in inches»
167
Technical specifications
Advice
Operation
Safety
Technical features
DimensionsLongitude3,557 mm
Width1,641-1,645 mm
Height, unladen1,478-1,489 mm
Wheelbase2,420 mm
Turning circle diameter a)approx. 9.8 m
Front track widtha)1,412-1,428 mm
Rear track widtha)1,408-1,424 mm
Ground clearance with
maximum authorised load109 mm
a)
Depending on the dimensions of the wheel trims and tyres,
there may be variations. CAUTION
● Special care should be taken when parking
in areas with high kerbs or fixed barriers. Ob-
jects protruding from the ground may dam-
age the bumper or other parts of the vehicle
during manoeuvres.
● Special attention is required when driving
through entrances, over ramps, kerbs or oth-
er objects. The vehicle underbody, bumpers,
mudguards and running gear, and the engine
and exhaust system could be damaged as
you drive over these objects. Capacities
Fuel tank capacity
Petrol enginesAround 35.0 l
, of which approximately 4.0 are the reserve.
Natural gas en-
gineNatural gas: approx. 11 kg; of whichmax. 1.5 kg reserve
Petrol: approx. 10 l; of which approx. 5 l reserve 203Technical specifications
Advice
Operation
Safety
