How To Change Mercedes-Benz Tires
On average, changing out a tire is a relatively manageable procedure. If you don’t feel comfortable using tools, however, it could be challenging. The right tools and a safe space in which to change the tire are absolutely crucial.
For the most part, changing the tire on a vehicle is a standard procedure. Depending on the make, model, year, etc. – not to mention special/custom equipment – the procedure can differ slightly. Here, we are going to run through a basic tire changing procedure. To be of assistance, we’ve included a picture tutorial.
For the record, many vehicles today come with roadside assistance. This applies in particular to high-end models.
Step-By-Step – How to Change a Tire
To make this procedure easier, find a dry, flat place to park your car if possible. Also, as much as possible, avoid oncoming traffic by parking in an isolated, safe spot (as far off to the shoulder as possible if you’re on the road).
- Turn on your hazard lights, pull the parking brake handle, and move the shifter to “park”.
- In your car’s trunk, lift up the floor to find your car jack, lug wrench, and Mercedes-Benz spare tire.
- On the flat tire, loosened the lug nuts using the lug wrench. Don’t take them entirely off just yet, however. Approximately one turn or so, to simply loosen them.
- On your Mercedes, locate the jacking points. (There are guided pictures in your owner’s manual.)
- Until the flat tire is approximately 3 inches up from the ground, raise the Mercedes-Benz.
- Now you can completely remove all of the lug nuts.
- Carefully remove the tire by pulling it straight out. To get it off the hub, you may need to kick the rubber to loosen it.
- On the wheel hub, you can now place the spare tire. Correspond the holes with the lug bolts. Against the brake rotor, make sure that the spare tire is seated properly by pushing it in.
- The lug nuts can now be screwed back on. Until the wheel’s assembly is firmly attached, tighten the nuts.
- You can lower the car back down onto the ground now.
Who Can You Call?
As a bit of a public service announcement, please never assume that it is the job of the Highway Patrol, local police, etc. to change your tire! It is not.
Once again, however, remember that roadside assistance comes with any number of high-end vehicles – and Mercedes definitely qualifies as one of those. Check with your dealer if you’re not sure about roadside assistance.
If you don’t have roadside assistance, it’s never a bad idea to become a member of some kind of road assistance club. A popular one that comes to mind is AAA, but there are others. You can locate and compare them through a simple search on the Internet.
Speak With a Representative of Mercedes-Benz of Huntington With Your Tire Changing Mercedes-Benz Questions
You can reach us for service at 631-486-0282. If you could use some guidance on how to maintain absolutely everything on your Mercedes-Benz, or if you need a reliable mechanic to take care of your vehicle’s maintenance needs, we are here for you. You can also use our convenient online form to schedule a service appointment, whether you are a new or returning customer.
For sales, feel free to call our Huntington, New York location at 631-486-0269.
In addition to the dealership, we have a reliable service and parts department as well as a tire store. You can count on us for all your Mercedes-Benz needs.
If you’d rather, you can email us at https://www.mbhuntington.com/#.
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