Wheels, tyres110General informationNote that the danger of aquaplaning isgreater if the tyres are worn.Tyres age, even if they are used only verylittle or not at all. A spare wheel 3 whichhas not been used for six years should beused with care.Never fit used tyres the previous historyand use of which you do not know.Tyre designationsMeanings:e.g. 195/65 R 16 C195 = Tyre width in mm65 = Aspect ratio in %(tyre height to tyre width in %)R = Belt type: Radial16 = Rim diameter in inchesC = Cargo or Commercial useWinter tyres 3See page 159 for restrictions.M+S tyres improve safety at temperaturesbelow 7 °C and should therefore be fittedon all wheels.The design of summer tyres means theyhave limited qualities for winter driving.If the maximum permissible speed for thewinter tyres is less than that of the vehicle,a notice indicating the maximumpermissible speed for the tyres must beaffixed within the driver's field of vision 3 1).If you use winter tyres 3, the spare wheelmay still be fitted with a summer tyre. If youuse the spare wheel the vehicle’s handlingmay be altered. Obtain a replacement forthe faulty tyre as soon as possible, andhave the wheel balanced and fitted to thevehicle.1) Varies from country to country on account ofnational regulations.
