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Operation
Winter driving
Block heater (Canada only)
The engine is equipped with a block
heater.
The electrical cable may be installed at
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Snow chains
Snow chains should only be driven on
snow-covered roads at speeds not to ex-
ceed 30 mph (50 km/h). Remove chains
as soon as possible when driving on roads
without snow.
Please observe the following guidelines
when using snow chains:
ț Use of snow chains is not permissible
with all wheel/tire combinations.
ț Snow chains should only be used on
the rear wheels. Follow the manufac-
turer's mounting instructions.
ț Only use snow chains that are
approved by Mercedes-Benz. An autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center will be
glad to advise you on this subject.
ț Use of snow chains may be prohibited
depending on location. Always check
local and state laws before installing
snow chains.
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When driving with snow chains, you
may wish to deactivate the ESP
(
୴ page 83) before setting the vehicle
in motion. This will improve the vehi-
cle’s traction.
!
Use of snow chains is not permissible
with tire sizes:
ț 245/40 R17
ț 165 - 15 89P
ț 165/70 - 16 92P