Mercedes-Benz 2003 C-Class - Manual (Page 301)

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Practical hints
Flat tire
In the case of a flat tire, you may
temporarily use the Minispare wheel when
observing the following restrictions:
ț Do not exceed vehicle speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h).
ț Drive to the nearest tire repair facility
to have the flat tire repaired or
replaced as appropriate.
ț Do not operate vehicle with more than
one spare wheel mounted.
Lowering the vehicle
̈ Lower vehicle by turning crank
counterclockwise until vehicle is
resting fully on its own weight.
̈ Remove the jack.
1 - 5 Wheel bolts
̈ Tighten the five wheel bolts evenly,
following the diagonal sequence
illustrated (1 to 5), until all bolts are
tight. Observe a tightening torque
of 80 ft lb (110 Nm).
̈ Before storing the jack in the trunk, it
should be fully collapsed, with handle
folded in (storage position)
(
୴ page 280).
Warning!
G
Have the tightening torque checked after
changing a wheel. The wheels could come
loose if they are not tightened to a torque
of 80 ft lb (110 Nm).