Snow chains will improve braking ability as well as traction in winter conditions.
Snow chains can be used on the front wheels only. This also applies to vehicles with four-wheel drive*.
Check that the snow chains are correctly seated after driving for a few yards; follow the instructions given by the manufacturer.
Keep your speed below 50 km/h. Please observe the applicable local regulations.
If there is a risk that you may get stuck in the snow even though the snow chains are fitted, it is a good idea to deactivate the traction control (ASR) in the ESC system ►Link.
For technical reasons snow chains may only be used on tyres with certain wheel rim/tyre combinations.
| Rim size |
Rim offset |
Tyre size |
|---|---|---|
| 6.5Jx16 (steel) |
43 mm |
205/55 |
| 6.5Jx17 (aluminium) |
43 mm |
205/50 |
Only use snow chains with fine-pitch links. The links must not protrude more than 13.5 mm from the tyres (including tensioner).
You must remove the snow chains on roads which are free of snow; otherwise the vehicle handling may be impaired and the tyres may be damaged.
WARNING!
Unsuitable or incorrectly mounted snow chains can cause you to lose control of the vehicle – risk of accident!
Caution!
- Snow chains can damage the rim/hubcap* if they make direct contact with it. Remove the hubcaps* beforehand. Use snow chains which have a protective coating.