Mercedes-Benz 126 1986, Owner'S Manual

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Winter Driving
Have your car winterized at an
authorized MERCEDES-BENZ
dealer before the onset of winter.
• Engine oil change: If “year-round”
multigrade engine oil is not used,
be sure to use an SAE grade
based on ambient temperature.
For recommended engine oil vis­
cosities refer to “ Fuels, Coolants,
Lubricants, etc.” and last page.
• Anticorrosion/antifreeze in the
coolant: Check anticorrosion/anti­
freeze protection periodically. For
capacity refer to “ Fuels, Coolants,
Lubricants, etc.” .
• Additive in the windshield and
headlamp washing system: Add
windshield washer solvent to the
water.
• Test battery: Battery capacity
drops with decreasing ambient
temperature. A well charged
battery ensures that the engine
can always be started, even at
low ambient temperatures.
• Tires: We recommend M+S radial
tires on all four wheels for the win­
ter season. Observe permissible
maximum speed for M+S radial
tires and the legal speed limit.
Tire Chains
Use only tire chains that are tested
and recommended by us. Any au­
thorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will
be glad to advise you on this subject.
Chains should only be used on the
rear wheels. Adhere to the manufac­
turer’s mounting instructions.
After driving a short distance retighten
the mounted chains.
Tire chains should only be driven
on snow at speeds not to exceed
50 km/h (30 mph). Remove chains
as soon as possible when driving on
roads without snow.
For tips on driving on slippery
winter roads refer to page 17.