Heavy Load / Towing
Mercedes-Benz C-Class — Heavy Load / Towing Tire Pressure
For heavy load / towing use on the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, set cold pressures to 39 PSI front and 43 PSI rear.
Heavy Load / Towing cold pressure
Front
39
269 kPa
+3 vs OEM
Rear
43
296 kPa
+5 vs OEM
OEM spec
36/38 PSI
Tire size
245/40R19
Curb weight
1,565 kg
Category
sedan
When loaded to GVWR or towing, increase rear PSI more than front to keep the load-carrying capacity within spec.
Community-tuned pressures based on OEM spec + typical use-case deltas. Always verify against your door-jamb sticker for your exact trim and load rating. Minimum safe pressure is 24 PSI for most passenger tires.
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FAQ
Frequently asked
- What tire pressure should I use for load driving in the Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
- For heavy load / towing use on the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, set cold pressures to 39 PSI front and 43 PSI rear. When loaded to GVWR or towing, increase rear PSI more than front to keep the load-carrying capacity within spec.
- What is the OEM tire pressure for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
- The factory cold pressure spec for the 2022–2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is 36 PSI front / 38 PSI rear. Always use the door-jamb sticker for your specific trim.
- What about towing with the Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
- Towing or carrying heavy loads shifts weight rearward. Using 39 PSI front / 43 PSI rear keeps load-carrying capacity within spec and prevents rear sidewall overheating.
- What is 39 PSI in bar or kPa?
- 39 PSI = 2.7 bar = 269 kPa. The rear 43 PSI = 3.0 bar.
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