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Lug wrench
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Wheel studs
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Extension attachment for wheel studs, if nec‐
essary (depending on vehicle version)
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Folding chock
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Ratchet wrench
Setting up the folding chock
Preparing the vehicle for a wheel change
Requirements:
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The required tire-change tool is available. If
your vehicle is not equipped with the tire-
change tool kit, consult a qualified specialist
workshop to find out about suitable tools.
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The vehicle is not on a slope.
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The vehicle is on solid, non-slippery and level
ground.
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Apply the electric parking brake manually.
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Move the front wheels to the straight-ahead
position.
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Shift the transmission to position j.
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Vehicles with level control system: Set the
normal vehicle level (/ page 253).
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Switch off the engine.
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Make sure that the engine cannot be started.
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Place chocks or other suitable items under
the front and rear of the wheel that is diago‐
nally opposite the wheel you wish to change.
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Raise the vehicle (/ page 539).
Additionally, for Mercedes-Maybach vehicles:
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Retract the running boards (/ page 79)
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To remove stone chipping protective covers
2:
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Loosen expansion rivet 1 and pull it out.
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Fold down and remove stone chipping pro‐
tective covers 2.
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Wheels and tires
