Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Tire Maintenance

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans are the workhorses of your fleet as you transport people or supplies from Cherry Hill to Pennsauken and all points in between. You’ll need to take care of the vehicles that run your business if you want to get the most out of Sprinter ownership. 

Discover all you need to know about Mercedes-Benz Sprinter tire maintenance with our comprehensive guide. Contact us or call 856-317-8911 to make an appointment or if you have questions about your Sprinter’s tires. 

Every Week: Look Over Your Sprinter Tires

The first part of Sprinter tire maintenance is to perform a visual inspection of all four tires at least once a week, especially if you drive them regularly for business. That means looking at them when you get gas or after your work week is over in Moorestown. Just make sure the tires don’t look deflated at this point. If you drive your Sprinter van more than 100 miles in one day, consider looking over the tires every day at the end of the route or shift.

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Tire PSI Guide

Every month, take a closer look at the tires with regular Sprinter tire maintenance. Check the tire air pressure with a tire pressure gauge. A tire pressure gauge only costs a couple of dollars, and they’re widely available at auto stores. Keep it in the glove box or toolbox in your cargo area. These tools are about the size of a pen or pencil.

Follow these steps to check the tire pressure:

1. Make sure the tires are cold during the inspection. If you just drove, let the tires cool down for four hours before checking the tire pressure. It’s best to do this at the beginning of the work day.
2. Unscrew the tire valve cover.
3. Insert the end of the tire pressure gauge on the valve until a burst of air comes out.
4. Look at the reading to see the tire pressure.
5. If the reading is low, add more air to your Sprinter tire.

In general, the overall Sprinter tire pressure varies by model.

Mercedes Sprinter Tire PSI Guide: Recommended Inflation

The manufacturer recommends two sets of tire pressures based on the rear and front tires on your Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van in pounds per square inch (PSI). Remember this can vary based on model and configuration. 

• Front Tire Pressure- 46 PSI
• Rear Tire Pressure- 70 PSI

Air pressure is just one part of Sprinter tire maintenance. Checking for tire tread wear is another thing you need to look for when performing Sprinter tire maintenance, especially as your fleet navigates roads every day as part of your livelihood.

How to Check Sprinter Tire Tread With a Penny

As you check your tires visually, see if they are showing signs of wear as part of your monthly tire inspection. Again, if you drive for business think about doing this weekly. It’s also a good idea to check for tread wear on long road trips.

A ruler is the most accurate way to measure tire tread depth. However, a penny will suffice when you’re out and about in Maple Shade or anywhere in your travels. 

Follow these steps to check the tread depth on your tires with a penny:

1. Insert the penny with Lincoln head-first into a tire tread groove that shows the most wear.
2. Check if Lincoln’s head is covered and no longer visible between the grooves.
3. If you can see the entirety of Lincoln’s head, your tire treads are 2/32 inches deep or less because the tread isn’t deep enough. Replace the Sprinter tire as soon as possible.

How to Check Sprinter Tire Tread Wear in Other Ways

These methods are more accurate but equally as effective as a penny. 

• Tread Depth Gauge: You can purchase a tread depth gauge from any Maple Shade-area auto part store. Insert the probe into the shallowest tread groove, then press the top bar of the gauge flat against the tire to see the tread wear rating.

• Tread Wear Bars: Most tires have tread wear indicator bars built into them. You can find these colored bars at the bottom of the tread grooves in multiple locations across the tires. If the bars are flush with the surrounding tire ribs, this means you need a new tire.

Have More Questions About Sprinter Tire Maintenance?

Contact us or call 856-317-8911. We’re happy to help with your Sprinter tire maintenance. We offer tire rotations, new tires, wheel alignments, and more.