Operation
Winter driving
Snow chains
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If snow chains are mounted to the front
Warning!
wheels, they may scrape against the body or axle
components. The tires or the vehicle could be
damaged as a result.
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When driving with snow chains, always se-
If you use your spare tire when winter tires
are fitted on the other wheels, be aware that
the difference in tire characteristics may
very well impair turning stability and that
overall driving stability may be reduced.
Adapt your driving style accordingly.
lect the raised level of the level control system
Airmatic (୴ page 230). Other settings may result
in damage to your vehicle.
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Only use snow chains that are ap-
proved by Mercedes-Benz. Any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will
be glad to advise you on this subject.
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Some tire sizes do not leave adequate clear-
ance for snow chains. To help avoid serious dam-
age to your vehicle or tires, make sure that the
use of snow chains is permissible as specified in
the “Technical data” section of this Operator’s
Manual, see “Rims and tires” (୴ page 438).
Use of snow chains may be prohibited
depending on location. Always check
local and state laws before installing
snow chains.
Have the spare tire replaced with a winter
tire at the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
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.
Do not use snow chains on the spare
wheel (୴ page 445).
Block heater* (Canada only)
The engine is equipped with a block
heater.
i When driving with snow chains, you may
wish to deactivate the ESP® (୴ page 94) before
Please observe the following guidelines
when using snow chains:
setting the vehicle in motion. This will improve
the vehicle’s traction.
The electrical cable may be installed at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
i CLS 63 AMG:
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Use of snow chains is not permissible
with all wheel/tire combinations
Do not switch off the ESP®
when driving in snow
or with snow chains mounted.
(୴ page 438).
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Use snow chains in pairs and on rear
wheels only. Follow the manufacturer’s
mounting instructions.
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG, Mercedes-Benz W219 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
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