Mercedes-Benz S-Class - Manual (Page 329)

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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
exceed 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. Your
authorized 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.
i
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
vehicle’s traction.
!
Even on vehicles with all-wheel-drive
use snow chains on rear tires only.
Use of snow chains is not permissible
with tire sizes:
ț 245/45 R18 100V XL (Extra Load)
M+S on 8
1 /
2
x 18 rims
ț 245/45 R18 96H M+S on 8
1
/
2
x 18
rims
ț 245/45 R18 100Y XL (Extra Load)
on 8
1 /
2
x 18 rims
ț 245/45 R18 96Y on 8 1 /
2
x 18 rims
ț 265/40 R18 101Y XL (Extra Load)
ț 265/40 R18 97Y