Safety Precautions, Run-Flat Tires
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CAUTION:
It is mandatory for run-flat tires to have a tire pressure monitoring system in the vehicle.
- Work for removing and mounting tires with emergency running characteristics must only be performed by mechanics specially trained for it.
- The special tools necessary must be in proper working order and not damaged! Contact manufacturer of tire mounting device found in the workshop directly for suitable additional tools. Additional tools are offered as recommended accessories for the tire mounting devices listed with VAS - numbers.
- If necessary, use a mounting paste recommended by the tire manufacturer.
- The description of work procedure for removing and mounting may vary depending on the device manufacturer and type of device.
- The following work procedure described explains the principal procedure for removing and mounting tires with emergency running characteristics. It is important to recognize run-flat tires before starting the removal and mounting process as it will be different from the process used with standard tires.
- Characteristics: these tires are identified with the following abbreviations: DSST, Euforia, RFT, ROF, RSC, SSR or ZP. These abbreviations are located on the tire flank behind tire designation of the respective tire manufacturer.
- Always note the instructions and danger warnings identified in the following description!
- Check whether tire pressure sensor should be replaced (if equipped) the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
NOTE:
During removal and mounting work, make sure that no contact is made between tires and tire pressure sensor.
When cleaning disc wheel (rim), tire pressure monitor sensor must not come into contact with water or be blown with pressurized air.