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Increased vehicle weight due to optional equipment

Mercedes-Benz S-Class / Mercedes-Benz S-Class Owners Manual / Wheels and tires / Definition of terms for tires and loading / Increased vehicle weight due to optional equipment

This is the combined weight of all standard and optional equipment available for the vehicle, regardless of whether it is actually installed on the vehicle or not.

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