Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 2006 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 318)

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Operation
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.
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 ap-
proved by Mercedes-Benz. Your 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.
!
When driving with snow chains, always
select setting 1 of the level control sys-
tem (
୴ page 220). Other settings may
result in damage to your vehicle.
i
When driving with snow chains, you
may wish to deactivate the ESP
®
( ୴ page 86) before setting the vehicle
in motion. This will improve the vehi-
cle’s traction.
!
Some tire sizes do not leave adequate
clearance for snow chains. To help
avoid serious damage to your vehicle or
tires, use of snow chains is not permis-
sible with the spare wheel and with tire
size:
ț 285/35 R18 97W
ț 285/35 R18 97Y
ț 285/35 ZR18 97Y
ț 285/35 R18 97Y MOExtended
ț 285/35 R18 97V M+S .
MOExtended
ț 285/30 ZR19 98Y XL (Extra Load)