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Winter driving
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
(
୴ page 435).
ț Use snow chains in pairs and on rear
wheels only. Follow the manufacturer’s
mounting instructions.
ț Only use snow chains that are ap-
proved by Mercedes-Benz. Any 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.
ț Do not use snow chains on the spare
wheel (
୴ page 440).
ț Do not use snow chains on wheels with
MOExtended tires* (
୴ page 439).
!
When driving with snow chains, always se-
lect setting 1 of the level control system
(
୴ page 225). Other settings may result in dam-
age to your vehicle.
!
Some tire sizes do not leave adequate clear-
ance for snow chains. To help avoid serious dam-
age to your vehicle or tires, use of snow chains is
not permissible with
ț 285/35 R18 97W
ț 285/35 R18 97Y
ț 285/35 ZR18 97Y
ț 285/30 ZR19 98Y XL (Extra Load)
!
If snow chains are mounted to the front
wheels, they may scrape against the body or axle
components. The tires or the vehicle could be
damaged as a result.
i
When driving with snow chains, you may
wish to deactivate the ESP
®
(୴ page 91) before
setting the vehicle in motion. This will improve
the vehicle’s traction.