General notes
WARNING
If the vehicle becomes trapped in snow,
ensure that snow is kept away from the
exhaust pipe and from around the vehicle as
long as the engine is running. Otherwise,
poisonous carbon monoxide (CO) may enter
the vehicle, resulting in loss of consciousness
and even death.
To assure sufficient fresh air ventilation, open
a window slightly on the side of the vehicle
not facing the wind.
At the onset of winter, have your vehicle
winterproofed at a qualified specialist
workshop, e.g. at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Observe the notes in the "Winter operation"
section.
See also:
Opening and closing the side trim panels
You must open the side trim panel in the cargo compartment before you can change
the bulbs in the tail lamps.
Left-hand side trim panel
Right-hand side trim panel
To open: turn release kno ...
Snow chains
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use snow chains which
have been specially approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding
standard of quality.
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