Lug Nuts
You can obtain a replacement locking lug nut key and replacement locking lug nuts from an authorized dealer using the reference number certificate.
Vehicles with a Spare Wheel
If the spare wheel is exactly the same type and size as the other fitted road wheels, you can replace the existing road wheel with the spare wheel and continue to drive in the normal manner.
If the spare wheel is different to the other road wheels, it will carry a yellow label with the appropriate speed limit.
Refer to the following information before changing the road wheel.
Do not drive through an automatic car wash.
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Drive the shortest possible distances.
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Do not fit more than one spare wheel on your vehicle at any one time.
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Do not carry out any tire repairs on a spare wheel.
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If you are unsure what type of spare wheel you have do not exceed
80 km/h (50 mph).
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Only fit snow chains to specified tires.
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The ground clearance of your vehicle may be reduced. Take care when parking next to a curb. |
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Your vehicle may exhibit some unusual driving characteristics.
Vehicle Jack
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The jack supplied with this vehicle is only intended for changing wheels. Do not use the vehicle jack other than when you are changing a wheel in an emergency.
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Check that the vehicle jack is not damaged or deformed and the thread is lubricated and clean.
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Never place anything between the vehicle jack and the ground.
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Never place anything between the vehicle jack and your vehicle. |
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Vehicles with a temporary mobility kit do not have a vehicle jack or a wheel brace.
It is recommended to use a workshop type hydraulic jack for changing between summer and winter tires.
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Use a jack with a minimum lifting capacity of 1.5 tonnes and a lifting plate with a minimum diameter of approximately 3 inches (76 millimeters).
Vehicles without a Temporary Mobility Kit
Your vehicle jack and wheel brace are located in the left-hand side of the luggage compartment.
Jacking and Lifting Points
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Use only the specified jacking points. If you use other positions, you may damage the body, steering, suspension, engine, braking system or the fuel lines. |

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Indentations in the sills show the location of the jacking points.


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You can use the wheel brace to raise and lower the jack.
Lowering the Spare Wheel

- Remove the cap
- Insert the hexagonal end of the wheel brace into the guide hole.
- Turn the wheel brace counterclockwise until the spare wheel rests on the ground and there is slack in the cable.
- Unscrew the cap and slide it back, turn the nipple of the cable through 90 degrees to remove the first cable.
- Unscrew the nut to remove the second cable.
Removing the Wheel Trim

- Insert the wheel brace and carefully remove the wheel trim.
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Make sure that you pull the wheel trim remover at right angles to the trim.
Removing a Road Wheel
If your vehicle has a manual transmission, select first or reverse gear. If it has an automatic transmission, select park.
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Park your vehicle so that you do not obstruct the flow of traffic or place yourself in any danger and set up a warning triangle.
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Make sure that your vehicle is on firm and level ground with the front wheels pointing straight ahead.
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Switch the ignition off and apply the parking brake.
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Make sure all passengers are out of your vehicle.
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Secure the diagonally opposite wheel with an appropriate block or wheel chock.
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Do not get under a vehicle that is only supported by a vehicle jack.
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Make sure that the vehicle jack is vertical to the jacking point and the base is flat on the ground. |
- Install the locking lug nut key.

- Slacken the lug nuts.
- Jack up your vehicle until the tire is clear of the ground.
- Remove the lug nuts and the wheel.
Note:
Do not lay alloy wheels face down on the ground, this will damage the paint.
Installing a Road Wheel
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Make sure that the arrows on directional tires point in the direction of rotation when your vehicle is moving forward. If you have to fit a spare tire with the arrows pointing in the opposite direction have the tire refitted as soon as possible.
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Use only approved wheel and tire sizes. Using other sizes could damage your vehicle and will make the National Type Approval invalid.
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Do not fit run flat tires on vehicles that were not originally fitted with them. See an authorized dealer for more details about compatibility. |
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Do not install alloy wheels using lug nuts designed for use with steel wheels.
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Only use the specific lug nuts and wheels supplied with your vehicle. If in doubt, contact an authorized dealer.
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Make sure there is no grease or oil on the threads or the surface between the wheel lugs and nuts. This can cause the lug nuts to loosen while driving.
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The lug nuts of alloy wheels and spoked steel wheels can also be used for the steel spare wheel for a short time (maximum two weeks).
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Make sure the wheel and hub contact surfaces are clean. |
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Make sure that the cones on the lug nuts are against the wheel.
- Install the wheel.
- Install the lug nuts finger tight.
- Install the locking lug nut key.

- Partially tighten the lug nuts in the sequence shown.
- Lower your vehicle and remove the jack.
- Fully tighten the lug nuts in the sequence shown. See
Technical Specifications.
- Install the wheel trim using the ball of your hand.
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Have the lug nuts checked for tightness and the tire pressure checked as soon as possible. |
Stowing the Flat Tire
Do not raise the spare wheel carrier without the wheel attached. Damage can occur to the winch mechanism if lowered without a wheel attached.
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Do not lay alloy wheels face down on the ground, this will damage the paint. When stowing the flat tire use a sheet or mat under the wheel to protect the paint.