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  • E-Class
  • Estate
  • 04/2017 - 11/2017
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Using the TIREFIT kit
Have the following readily available:
  • tyre sealant bottle

  • enclosed TIREFIT sticker

  • tyre inflation compressor

You can use TIREFIT tyre sealant to seal punctures of up to 4 mm, particularly those in the tyre contact surface. You can use TIREFIT in outside temperatures down to -20 °C.

WARNING Risk of accident when using tyre sealant

In the following situations, the tyre sealant is unable to provide sufficient breakdown assistance, as it is unable to seal the tyre properly:

  • there are cuts or punctures in the tyre larger than those previously mentioned.

  • the wheel rim is damaged.

  • you have driven at very low tyre pressures or on a flat tyre.

Do not drive on.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING Risk of injury and poisoning from tyre sealant

Tyre sealant is hazardous to health and causes irritation. Do not allow it to come into contact with your skin, eyes or clothing, and do not swallow it. Do not inhale any vapours. Keep the tyre sealant away from children.

Observe the following if you come into contact with the tyre sealant:

Rinse off the tyre sealant from your skin using water immediately.
If tyre sealant gets into your eyes, thoroughly rinse them using clean water immediately.
If tyre sealant has been swallowed, thoroughly rinse out your mouth immediately and drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting and seek medical attention immediately.
Change out of clothing which has come into contact with tyre sealant immediately.
If an allergic reaction occurs, seek medical attention immediately.
NOTE Overheating due to the tyre inflation compressor running too long
Do not run the tyre inflation compressor for longer than ten minutes without interruption.

Comply with the manufacturer's safety notes on the sticker on the tyre inflation compressor.

Have the tyre sealant bottle replaced every four years at a qualified specialist workshop.

Do not remove any foreign objects which have penetrated the tyre.
Affix part of the TIREFIT sticker to the instrument cluster within the driver's field of vision.
Affix part of the TIREFIT sticker near the valve on the wheel with the defective tyre.
Pull plug with the cable and hose out of the tyre inflation compressor housing.
Push the plug of hose into flange of tyre sealant bottle until the plug engages.
Place tyre sealant bottle head downwards into recess of the tyre inflation compressor.
Remove the cap from valve on the faulty tyre.
Screw filling hose onto valve .
Insert plug into a 12 V socket in your vehicle.
Switch the ignition on.
Press on and off switch on the tyre inflation compressor.

The tyre inflation compressor is switched on. The tyre is inflated. First, tyre sealant is pumped into the tyre. The pressure may briefly rise to approximately 500 kPa (5 bar/73 psi).

Do not switch off the tyre inflation compressor during this phase.

Let the tyre inflation compressor run for a maximum of ten minutes.

The tyre should then have attained a tyre pressure of at least 200 kPa (2.0 bar/29 psi).

If tyre sealant leaks out, make sure you clean the affected area as quickly as possible. It is preferable to use clean water.

If you get tyre sealant on your clothing, have it cleaned as soon as possible with perchloroethylene.

If, after ten minutes, a tyre pressure of 200 kPa (2.0 bar/29 psi) has not been achieved:
Switch off the tyre inflation compressor.
Unscrew the filling hose from the valve of the defective tyre.

Please note that tyre sealant may leak out when unscrewing the filling hose.

Very slowly drive forwards or reverse approximately 10 m.
Pump up the tyre again.

After a maximum of ten minutes the tyre pressure must be at least 200 kPa (2.0 bar/29 psi).

WARNING Risk of accident due to the specified tyre pressure not being achieved

If the specified tyre pressure is not achieved after the specified time, the tyre is too badly damaged. The tyre sealant cannot repair the tyre in this instance.

Damaged tyres and a tyre pressure that is too low can significantly impair braking and handling characteristics.

Do not drive on.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
If, after ten minutes, a tyre pressure of 200 kPa (2.0 bar/29 psi) has been achieved:
WARNING Risk of accident from driving with sealed tyres

A tyre temporarily sealed with tyre sealant impairs handling characteristics and is not suitable for higher speeds.

Adapt your driving style accordingly and drive carefully.
Do not exceed the specified maximum speed with a tyre that has been sealed using tyre sealant.
Observe the maximum permissible speed for a tyre sealed with tyre sealant 80 km/h.
Affix the upper section of the TIREFIT sticker to the instrument cluster where it will be easily seen by the driver.
NOTE Staining from leaking tyre sealant

After use, excess tyre sealant may leak out from the filling hose.

Therefore, place the filling hose in the plastic bag that contained the TIREFIT kit.
ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental pollution caused by environmentally irresponsible disposal

Tyre sealant contains pollutants.

Have the tyre sealant bottle disposed of professionally, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Switch off the tyre inflation compressor.
Unscrew the filling hose from the valve of the defective tyre.
Stow the tyre sealant bottle, the tyre inflation compressor and the warning triangle.
Pull away immediately.
Stop after driving for approximately ten minutes and check the tyre pressure using the tyre inflation compressor.

The tyre pressure must now be at least 130 kPa (1.3 bar/19 psi).

WARNING Risk of accident due to the specified tyre pressure not being achieved

If the specified tyre pressure is not achieved after a brief drive, the tyre is too badly damaged. The tyre sealant cannot repair the tyre in this instance.

Damaged tyres and a tyre pressure that is too low can significantly impair braking and handling characteristics.

Do not drive on.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

Countries that have Mercedes-Benz Service24h: a sticker with the phone number can also be found in your vehicle, e.g. on the B‑pillar on the driver's side.

Correct the tyre pressure if it is still at least 130 kPa (1.3 bar/19 psi). See the tyre pressure table on the fuel filler flap for values.
To increase the tyre pressure:
switch on the tyre inflation compressor.
To reduce the tyre pressure:
press pressure release button next to manometer .
When the tyre pressure is correct, unscrew the filling hose from the valve of the sealed tyre.
Screw the valve cap onto the tyre valve of the sealed tyre.
Pull the tyre sealant bottle out of the tyre inflation compressor.

The filling hose stays on the tyre sealant bottle.

Drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop and have the tyre, tyre sealant bottle and filling hose replaced there.