If you want to impress your friends in this luxury sedan, you must know how to perform proper tire pressure maintenance. Here’s why: tires with improper PSI (too low or too high) can negatively influence the overall smoothness of your ride, leaving your passengers uncomfortable.

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What is the right tire pressure for a CLA 250?

The 2021 base model Mercedes CLA 250 requires 39 PSI for all four of the tires. If you have a different year or trim, check your owner’s manual to confirm the right tire pressure.

Plus, this tire pressure is only true if you have the stock P225/45HR18 tires. The PSI requirement may vary if you purchase performance or weatherized tires on the aftermarket. You can always

read your tire

to verify the correct tire pressure.

Tire pressure recommendations for other Mercedes-Benz vehicles

Vehicle	Front tire pressure	Rear tire pressure
A-Class	39 psi	39 psi
C-Class	38 to 40 psi	44 to 47 psi
S-Class	36 psi	39 psi
AMG-GT	36 psi	39 psi
GLA	43 to 47 psi	43 to 47 psi
GLB	43 to 47 psi	43 to 47 psi
GLC	35 psi	42 psi
GLE	31 to 38 psi	39 to 48 psi
GLS	35 to 41 psi	43 to 44 psi
G-Class	38 psi	49 psi
Sprinter	46 psi	70 psi

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How to check CLA 250 tire pressure

You can check your CLA 250 tire pressure the new school way or old school way. Let’s break it down.

All modern Mercedes-Benz vehicles have a digital dashboard interface that displays your tire pressure readings. You can find this menu with a few simple clicks on the steering wheel: locate the ‘service’ dropdown tab and then select the ‘tire pressure’ option.

But, if you prefer to get your hands dirty (figuratively speaking, this is a clean and easy job), you can always manually check your PSI using your

trusty tire pressure gauge

Discover your tires are a little flat? You can follow these instructions on

how to add air to car tires

to get your CLA 250 riding smoothly again!

How often should you check tire pressure?

You should check your tire pressure once a month or before setting out for a long road trip.

As we alluded to earlier, incorrect tire pressure (too low or too high) is bad news. It can negatively impact the smoothness of your ride, decrease fuel efficiency, and make steering more difficult. So, if you want your CLA 250 to live up to its luxurious reputation, keeping a close eye on your tire pressure is essential.

How to tell if your CLA 250 needs new tires

Tires generally have a lifespan of 50,000 to 70,000 miles depending on your driving habits and local road conditions. While this timeline is a good reference point, it’s important to always be alert for any odd cracks and bulges or low tread depth—these are more immediate warning signs that could indicate it’s time for new tires.

Bonus tip: Rotate your tires every 7,500 miles to evenly disperse natural wear and tear.

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Low tire pressure in cold weather, and how to fix it

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How to reset the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light

Once you’ve refilled your tires to the appropriate PSI, there’s a chance that pesky

tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light

will remain on—even if you’ve done everything right.

Luckily, you can take matters into your own hands to get rid of it once and for all. Here’s how: use the arrows on your steering wheel to locate the ‘service’ drop-down menu. Then, select the ‘tire pressure’ option and click ‘OK’ on the reset command.

If your light is still being stubborn and won’t turn off, you may just need to drive your CLA 250 around a bit for it to recognize the reset has occurred: 10 minutes at 50 mph or more should get the job done.

MORE:

Here’s what to do when you get a flat tire at night

How to save on Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 insurance

Even though the CLA 250 is the entry-level sedan in the Mercedes-Benz lineup, it’s still a luxury vehicle with a relatively expensive MSRP ($40,000+). However, that doesn’t mean your

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