ALL MODELS, 200-2001Mercedes Benz C 43 AMG Technical Service Bulletin # S-40_10-034 Date: 001201

ALL MODELS, 200-2001Mercedes Benz C 43 AMG Technical Service Bulletin # S-40_10-034 Date: 001201

Tires - High Performance Tire Storage

Date: December 2000

Order No.: S-SI-40.10/34

Supersedes:

Group: 40

121

SUBJECT:

ALL MODELS

STORAGE OF VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HIGH PERFORMANCE TIRES

High performance tires are typically made with nylon overlay that enables the tires to achieve the designated speed rating and also enhance tire

handling capabilities.

Nylon material has memory retention and when stored for long periods of time without movement, may flatspot. With this in mind, the following

steps should be taken to avoid flatspotting when vehicles equipped with high performance tires are not used for periods of time.

^ New vehicles should be stored with 44 psi in the tires. If the vehicle is operated, the air pressure should be reduced to the recommended

operating pressure and then increased to 44 psi prior to being placed back into storage.

^ All vehicles stored for periods longer than 30 days, should be stored with 44 psi in the tires and be moved several feet at least once during each

30 day period so that a different portion of the tread contacts the ground.