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Observe the fitting instructions issued by the manufacturer of the snow
chains.
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Do not fit snow chains on alloy wheel rims.
The use of snow chains is subject to the legal regulations of the individual
countries.
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Always mount snow chains to the drive wheels.
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After a few metres, check the tension of the snow chains.
3.12 Road safety
 Check tyre pressure before a journey or every 2 weeks. Wrong tyre
pressure causes excessive wear and can lead to damage or even to
tyre burst. You can lose control of the vehicle (see section 13.7).
Before commencing the journey, work through the checklist:
No. Checks Checked
Base vehicle
All vehicle documents are on board
Tyres in proper condition and tyre pressure correct
Vehicle lighting, brake lights and reversing lights function
Oil levels for engine, gearbox and power steering controlled
Coolant and fluid for windscreen washers filled up
Brakes function
Brakes react evenly
When braking, the vehicle remains in the lane
Housing body, outside
Awning completely retracted
Roof free of snow and ice (in winter)
External connections and lines disconnected and stored away
External supports removed
Fitted steady legs retracted and fixed in place
Wheel chocks removed and stored away
Entrance step retracted (observe warning tone)
External flaps closed and locked
Rear conversion door closed
Overall height of the vehicle including roof rack when loaded
measured and noted. Keep the height information close at
hand in the driver's cabin