Mercedes-Benz G-Class 2015 - Manual (Page 294)

i When re-installing trim panel ?, make
sure that retainer A engages in recess B.
Removing the spare wheel
The spare wheel is heavy. Take particular note
of this when removing the spare wheel.
X
Remove wheel nuts :.
X
Remove the spare wheel.
Mounting the wheel
After changing a wheel:
X
Repair or replace the damaged wheel as
soon as possible and secure the spare
wheel in place again.
X Secure the damaged wheel on the spare
wheel bracket with wheel nuts :. When
doing so, make sure that the wheel cannot
come loose.
X When re-installing trim panel ?, make sure
that retainer B engages in recess A
(
Y
page 291).
X Make sure that tab ; is below when re-
installing cover ring : (
Y
page 291).
X
For safety reasons, regularly check to
ensure that the wheel is securely fastened.
Flat tire
Preparing the vehicle
X
Stop the vehicle on solid, non-slippery and
level ground, as far away as possible from
traffic.
X Switch on the hazard warning lamps
(
Y
page 104).
X
Apply the parking brake.
X Bring the front wheels into the straight-
ahead position.
X
Move the selector lever to position P.
X
Switch off the engine.
X
Remove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock.
The steering wheel lock stays active for as
long as the SmartKey is removed.
X
All occupants must get out of the vehicle.
Make sure that they are not endangered as
they do so.
X
Make sure that no one is near the danger
area while a wheel is being changed. Any-
one who is not directly assisting in the
wheel change should, for example, stand
behind the barrier.
X
Get out of the vehicle. Pay attention to traf-
fic conditions when doing so.
X Close the driver's door.
Battery (vehicle)
Important safety notes
Special tools and expert knowledge are
required when working on the battery, e.g.
removal and installation. You should there-
fore have all work involving the battery car-
ried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
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Battery (vehicle)
Roadside
Assistance