Tyre chains

Tyre chains, if necessary, should be installed on the front wheels.

Be sure to install the chains according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

To minimise tyre and chain wear, do not continue to use tyre chains when you no longer need them.

  • When driving on roads covered with snow or ice, drive at speed below 30 km/h (20 mph) or the speed limit recommended by chain manufacturer, whichever is lower with tyre chains installed.

  • If you hear noise caused by the chains making contact with the body of the vehicle, retighten the chains to avoid contact with the body.

  • To prevent damage to the body of the vehicle, retighten the chains after driving 0.5–1 km (0.3–0.6 miles).

  • Do not use tyre chains on vehicles equipped with aluminium wheels. In unavoidable circumstance, use a wire type chain.

  • If you must use tyre chains, use only chains suitable for this vehicle, such as SAE S class wire chains less than 12mm (0.47 inches) thick or fabric snow chain. However, Do not use wire chains for 19 inch tyres.