On vehicles that have the same size front and
rear wheels, rotate the wheels according to the
intervals in the tire manufacturer's warranty
book in your vehicle documents. If this is not
available, rotate the tires every
3,000 to 6,000 miles (5,000 to 10,000 km),
depending on the wear. Ensure that the direction
of rotation is maintained.
Observe the instructions and safety notes on
"Changing a wheel" when doing so
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Notes on storing wheels
When storing wheels, observe the following
notes:
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After removing wheels, store them in a cool,
dry and preferably dark place.
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Protect the tires from contact with oil, grease
or fuel.
Vehicle tool kit overview
The vehicle tool kit contains:
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Vehicle tool bag with:
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Pump lever for jack
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Wheel wrench with T-piece
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Screwdriver (inserted in a pump lever)
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Dismantling tool for roof rack (inserted in
a pump lever)
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Jack with adapter
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Vehicle tool bag
2
Jack
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Fold the rear bench seat forwards
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Preparing the vehicle for a wheel change
Requirements:
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Wheels and tires
