Mercedes Benz 2003 slk 230 kompressor User Manual

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Operation

Driving instructions

Tread wear indicators (TWI) are required by 
law. These indicators are located in six 
places on the tread circumference and be-
come visible at a tread depth of approxi-
mately 

1

/

16

in (1.5 mm), at which point 

the tire is considered worn and should be 
replaced.

The tread wear indicator appears as a solid 
band across the tread.

Specified tire pressures must be main-
tained. This applies particularly if the tires 
are subject to high loads (e.g. high speeds, 
heavy loads, high ambient temperatures).

!

Set the parking brake whenever park-
ing or leaving the vehicle. In addition, 
move selector lever to position P (man-
ual transmission: first or reverse gear).

In addition, when parking on hills, turn 
front wheel towards the road curb.

G

If you feel a sudden significant vibration or 
ride disturbance, or you suspect that possi-
ble damage to your vehicle has occurred, 
you should turn on the hazard warning flash-
ers, carefully slow down, and drive with cau-
tion to an area which is a safe distance from 
the road.

Inspect the tires and the vehicle underbody 
for possible damage. If the vehicle or tires 
appear unsafe, have it towed to the nearest 
Mercedes-Benz Center or tire dealer for re-
pairs.

G

Do not allow your tires to wear down too far. 
As tread depth approaches 

1

/

16

in 

(1.5 mm), the adhesion properties on a wet 
road are sharply reduced.

Depending upon the weather and/or road 
surface (conditions), the tire traction varies 
widely.