Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2007 - Manual (Page 532)

531
Operation
Winter driving
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.
! When driving with snow chains, always se-
lect the raised level of the level control system
Airmatic* (
୴ page 401). Other settings may re-
sult in damage to your vehicle.
i When driving with snow chains, you may
wish to deactivate the ESP ® ( ୴ page 73) before
setting the vehicle in motion. This will improve
the vehicle’s traction.
! 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 the spare wheel.
For use of snow chains on tire size
255/45 R18 99H M+S
. , contact an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center.