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  • A-Class
  • Saloon
  • 09/2020
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Using the TIREFIT kit
Required tools:
  • Tyre sealant bottle

  • TIREFIT sticker

  • Sticker with details of the maximum permissible speed

  • Tyre inflation compressor

  • Gloves

TIREFIT kit storage location: More

You can use TIREFIT tyre sealant to seal perforation damage 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

The tyre sealant may be unable to seal the tyre properly, especially in the following cases:

  • there are cuts or punctures in the tyre larger than damage 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 sealant bottle.

Have the tyre sealant bottle replaced in a qualified specialist workshop every five years.

Do not remove any foreign objects which have entered the tyre.
Remove sticker from the tyre inflation compressor housing and affix it to the instrument cluster within the driver's field of vision.
Remove sticker from the tyre sealant bottle and affix it near the valve on the wheel with the defective tyre.
Pull plug with the cable and filler hose out of the tyre inflation compressor housing.
Insert tyre sealant bottle in socket of the tyre inflation compressor in such a way that the red arrow on tyre sealant bottle matches the red arrow on the tyre inflation compressor.
Turn tyre sealant bottle a quarter turn clockwise.
Insert the plug of filler hose in socket of tyre sealant bottle .
Turn filler hose a quarter turn clockwise.
Remove the valve cap from valve on the faulty tyre.
Screw union nut of filler hose onto valve .
Insert plug into a 12 V socket in your vehicle.
Turn the key to position in the ignition lock.
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 attained:
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.

Drive forwards or in reverse very slowly for 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 attained

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

The braking and driving characteristics may be greatly impaired.

Do not continue driving.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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.
If, after ten minutes, a tyre pressure of 200 kPa (2.0 bar/29 psi) has been attained:
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.

WARNING Risk of accident from driving with sealed tyres

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

Adapt your driving style accordingly and drive carefully.
Do not exceed the maximum speed limit with a tyre that has been repaired using tyre sealant.
Observe the maximum permissible speed for a tyre sealed with tyre sealant 80 km/h.
The sticker with details of the maximum permissible speed must be affixed to the instrument cluster where it can 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.
Stow the tyre sealant bottle, the tyre inflation compressor and the warning triangle.
Pull away immediately.
Stop driving after 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 attained

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

The braking and driving characteristics may be greatly impaired.

Do not continue driving.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

Countries that have Mercedes-Benz Service24h: you will find a sticker with the telephone number, 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.
Increasing the tyre pressure
Switch on the tyre inflation compressor.
Decreasing the tyre pressure
Remove the tyre sealant bottle from the tyre inflation compressor.
Insert the filler hose in the socket of the tyre inflation compressor and turn it a quarter turn clockwise.
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 valve of the sealed tyre.
Stow the tyre sealant bottle and the tyre inflation compressor.
Drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop and have the tyre, tyre sealant bottle and filling hose replaced there.