Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class 2008 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 317)

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Operation
Tires and wheels
Tire load rating
The tire load rating 5 ( ୴ page 314) is a
numerical code associated with the
maximum load a tire can support.
For example, a load rating of 91 corre-
sponds to a maximum load of 1356 lbs
(615 kg) the tire is designed to support.
See also “Maximum tire load”
(
୴ page 320) where the maximum load as-
sociated with the load index is indicated in
kilograms and lbs.
For additional information on tire load
rating, see “Load identification”
(
୴ page 318).
Tire speed rating
The tire speed rating 6 ( ୴ page 314)
indicates the approved maximum speed
for the tire.
Warning!
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The tire load rating must always be at least
half of the GAWR ( ୴ page 324) of your
vehicle. Otherwise, tire failure may be the
result which may cause an accident and/or
serious personal injury to you or others.
Always replace rims and tires with the same
designation, manufacturer and type as
shown on the original part.
Warning!
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Do not overload the tires by exceeding the
specified total load limit as indicated on the
Tire and Loading Information placard locat-
ed on the driver’s door B-pillar. Overloading
the tires can overheat them, possibly caus-
ing a blowout. Overloading the tires can also
result in handling or steering problems, or
brake failure.
i Tire load rating 5 ( ୴ page 314) and tire
speed rating 6 ( ୴ page 314) are also referred
to as “service description”.
Warning!
G
Even when permitted by law, never operate
a vehicle at speeds greater than the
maximum speed rating of the tires.
Exceeding the maximum speed for which
tires are rated can lead to sudden tire
failure, causing loss of vehicle control and
possibly resulting in an accident and/or
personal injury and possible death, for you
and for others.
i Tire load rating 5 ( ୴ page 314) and tire
speed rating 6 ( ୴ page 314) are also referred
to as “service description”.