Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Overview of Tire Quality Grading
Standards
The Uniform Tire Quality Grading is a U.S.
Government requirement. Their purpose is to provide drivers with consistent and reliable information regarding tire performance. Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires using three performance factors: tread wear 1, tire traction 2, and temperature resistance 3. Although not a Government of Canada requirement, all tires made for sale in North America have these grades branded on the sidewall.
The actual values for tires are vehiclespecific and may deviate from the values in the illustration.
Where applicable, the tire grading information can be found on the tire sidewall between the tread shoulder and maximum tire width.
For example:
All passenger car tires must conform to the statutory safety requirements in addition to these grades.
Tread wear
The tread wear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified
U.S. government course. For example, a tire
graded 150 wo ...
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Map lights
To turn the map lights on, press the light lens. To
turn them off, press the lens again.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged ...
Uconnect™ Phone — if equipped
Uconnect™ Phone is a hands-free system that allows youto use voice commands to
dial a phone number storedin your cellular phone. Press the Uconnect™ Phonebutton
on the radio or steering wheel c ...
Towing service
recommend having it done by an authorized Hyundai dealer or a commercial tow-truck
service. Proper lifting and towing procedures are necessary to prevent damage to
the vehicle. The use of wheel ...
