Tyres for MCC vehicles plus torque settings table for related models

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Tyres for MCC vehicles plus torque settings table for related models

The purpose of this table is to denote proper wheelnut torque tightening settings, and air pressure, for most common tyres on the related vehicles.

Finding replacement tyres for MCC vehicles is not difficult, but that is only part of the equation.  Getting the right tyres for MCC cars, vans, trucks, or SUVs may involve some choices if the driver's preferences, and driving habits, require different tyres for the MCC than were originally fitted by MCC.

Changing the tyres on a MCC should require 3 primary choices:

  • The overall quality of the tyre (durability, wear, ratings, cost) desired for the MCC
  • The speed rating that a tyre for that MCC should have depending upon the driver's average and occasional "fastest-driven" speed
  • Deciding if local and/or regional weather patterns merit keeping two sets of tyres for dry vs. wet road conditions

Further, if an owner wishes to put tyres on different sized wheels for the MCC, a careful decision about what size tyres will be valid for that MCC is required. If, for example, a larger wheel size is desired, then the profile (height) and/or the width must be reduced to avoid damaging the drive train. A 195/65/15 tyre for that MCC, for instance, on a 17" rim, could legitimately become a 165/65 (narrower) or a 195/55 (shorter) but could not stay a 195/65 as before. A handy calculator for changing tyre sizes can be found here.

All tyres for any MCC vehicle should be fitted using the proper torque, according to the manufacturer's specifications. Torque is the amount of pressure used to tighten the wheel nuts.  For tyres that are fitted to the following MCC models, the torque settings are listed. Also, the recommended air pressure to put into tyres for MCC models is listed. Further, the alternate tyre size for MCC models.

Note: Further information on tyres and car batteries for MCC vehicles may be found at the manufacturer's own website... MCC-Smart

MCCYearNm/
Torque
Standard
PSI Front
Standard
PSI Rear
Smart1999-0211022
City/Cabrio/Fortwo1999-0611022
Forfour2004-061003232
Roadster/Coupe2003-061202929
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