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uuChecking and Maintaining TiresuWinter Tires
Maintenance
Winter Tires 
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked ”M+S” tires, snow  
tires, or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance between vehicles when driving. 
Be particularly careful when operating the steering wheel or brakes to prevent  
skidding. 
Use tire chains, snow tires, or all season tires when  necessary or according to the law.
When mounting, refer to the following points. 
For winter tires: • Select the size and load ranges that are the same as the original tires.
• Mount the tires to all four wheels.
For tire chains:• Install them on the front tires only.
• Because your vehicle has limited tire clearance, we strongly recommend using the  
chains listed below:
• Follow the chain manufacturer's instruc tion when installing. Mount them as 
tightly as you can.
• Check that the chains do not touch the brake lines or suspension.
• Drive slowly.
Cable-type: SCC Radial Chain SC1030
Cable-type: SCC Radial Chain SC1032
1Winter Tires
NOTICE
Traction devices that are the wrong size or improperly  
installed can damage your vehicle's brake lines, 
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are  
hitting any part of the vehicle. 
When tire chains are mounted, follow the chain  
manufacturer's instructions regarding vehicle  
operational limits. 
If your vehicle is equipped with summer tires, be  
aware that these tires are not designed for winter 
driving conditions. For more information, contact a  dealer.
3WARNING
Using the wrong chains, or not properly  
installing chains, can damage the brake  
lines and cause a crash in which you can be 
seriously injured or killed. 
Follow all instruction s in this owner's 
manual regarding the selection and use of  
tire chains.
Models with P195/65R15 tires
Models with P205/55R16 tires
Models with P215/45R17 tires
Models with 215/45ZR17 tires