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2-5. Driving information
Selecting snow chains
Use the correct snow chain size when mounting the snow chains. Chain size
is regulated for each tire sizes.
Side chain:
0.20 in. (5.0 mm)
1.81 in. (46.0 mm)
0.71 in. (18.0 mm)
Cross chain:
0.25 in. (6.3 mm)
1.5 in. (38.1 mm)
0.89 in. (22.6 mm)
Regulations on the use of snow chains
● Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to location
and type of road. Always check local regulations before installing
chains.
● Install the chains on the rear tires.
● Retighten the chains after driving 1/4 - 1/2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km).
■ When driving the vehicle
Accelerate the vehicle slowly and drive at a reduced speed suitable
to road conditions.
■ When parking the vehicle
Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to “P” without setting the
parking brake. The parking brake may freeze, preventing it from
being released.