Tire Chains - Installation Precautions

Bulletin No.: 005/93
Issued: 6/3/93
Revised:

Category
Q

Applicable Model/s
All Models

Subject
INSTALLATION OF TIRE CHAINS

DESCRIPTION

Tire chains may scratch or chip aluminum wheels. If chains are to be installed, aluminum wheels should changed to steel wheels.

Please remind your customers of the following instructions when installing tire chains on their vehicle. These recommendations are also explained in the vehicles owner's manual.

1. Investigate local regulations before using tire chains.

2. Use only SAE Class "S" chains, and make sure they fit the vehicle's tires.

3. Follow the chain manufacturer's instructions.

4. Remove the steel wheel covers (if equipped) to avoid scratches or damage.

5. Front Wheel Drive Vehicle Secure the chains on the front tires as tightly as possible. Retighten after one-half mile of driving.

Rear Wheel Drive - Secure the chains to the rear wheels as tightly as possible. Retighten after one-half mile of driving.

CAUTION:

- CHAINS MAY AFFECT VEHICLE HANDLING.

- DO NOT GO FASTER THAN 30 MPH OR THE MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDED SPEED, WHICHEVER IS LOWER.

- DRIVE CAREFULLY AND AVOID BUMPS, HOLES AND SHARP TURNS.

- AVOID LOCKED-WHEEL BRAKING.

- DO NOT USE CHAINS ON THE TEMPORARY TIRE. THEY MAY DAMAGE THE VEHICLE AND THE TIRE.