Mercedes-Benz ACTROS 2002, Operating Instructions Manual

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Operation
Winter operation
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Checking the tyre clearance
When fitting snow chains on the front axle:
Clearance between snow chain and steering
pushrod
Fit snow chains in accordance with the
fitting instructions of the chain manu-
facturer.
With the vehicle stationary and the parking
brake applied:
Start the engine.
Turn the steering wheel towards the
front-passenger side to the stop.
With the steering on full lock, there
must be a clearance of at least 30 mm
between the snow chain and the steer-
ing pushrod.
!
If the distance is less than 30 mm,
there is a risk that the snow chains
could damage the steering linkage
components. Remove the snow chains
and have the steering geometry
checked at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
DaimlerChrysler recommends that you
visit a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre
as it has the necessary specialist
knowledge and tools for the work re-
quired. For work relevant to safety and
work on safety-related systems in par-
ticular, it is essential that maintenance
work is carried out at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop.