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Side panelling with quick-release fastener (exam-
ple: Actros semitrailer tractor vehicle)
Side panelling with screws (example: Actros sem-
itrailer tractor vehicle)
Remove snow and accumulations of ice on
both sides of the vehicle between the side
panelling and the chassis frame.
X
Completely depress front and rear lev-
ers ; on the quick-release fasteners.
or
X
Unscrew front and rear screws =.
Renew the lubricant on the quick-release
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fasteners from time to time. This ensures
the quick-release fasteners work smoothly.
X
Pull side panelling : out of the holders on
the clasp and swing them outwards.
X
Remove snow and ice from between side
panelling : and the chassis frame.
X
Swing side panelling : back and press into
the holders on the clasp.
X
Pull front and rear levers ; up completely.
or
X
Tighten front and rear screws =.
Winter operation
Before the onset of winter, make sure that:
the coolant contains sufficient antifreeze
R
(
Y
page 338)
the fuel used is suitable for winter use
R
(
Y
page 339)
the oil is changed in good time if single-
R
grade engine oil is being used
(
Y
page 336)
the windscreen washer system/headlamp
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cleaning system contains sufficient anti-
freeze (
Y
page 351)
suitable winter tyres are fitted
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In wintry conditions, the law may require
that winter tyres be fitted on the wheels of
the drive axle. Find out which winter tyres
are suitable for your needs. Observe the
legal requirements for the country you are
currently in.
snow chains are carried in the vehicle
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Notes on driving
! Vehicles without acceleration skid con-
trol (ASR): quick changes from slippery to
high grip surfaces whilst the drive wheels
are spinning can result in damage to the
differential gear system. For this reason,
avoid wheelspin of the drive wheels.
Please observe the following instructions on
driving in winter:
in snow, slush and on icy roads, fit snow
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chains to the drive wheels in good time
adapt your driving style to the wintry road
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conditions
if traction problems occur when driving
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with snow chains, deactivate ASR
(
Y
page 261) or the Stability Control Assist
(
Y
page 262)
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