Mercedes-Benz 2005 E 320 CDI User Manual
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Operation
Winter driving
Block heater* (Canada only)
The engine is equipped with a block heat-
er.
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 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:
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Use of snow chains is not permissible
with all wheel/tire combinations.
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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.
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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 the raised level of the level con-
trol system Airmatic* (
୴
page 248).
Other settings may result in damage to
your vehicle.
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When driving with snow chains, you
may wish to deactivate the ESP
(
୴
page 89) before setting the vehicle
in motion. This will improve the vehi-
cle’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:
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265/35 ZR18
ț
T 155/70 R17 110M
ț
T 175/55-18 95P