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SNOW CHAINS
In wintry conditions, snow chains
improve traction as well as the
behaviour
of the vehicle when braking.
The
snow chains must be fitted
only
to the driving wheels.
They
must
never be fitted to "space-
saver"
type spare wheels.
T
ake account of the legislation in
force in your country on the use
of
snow chains and the maximum
running
speed authorised.Advice on installation
F
If
you have to fit the chains during
a
journey, stop the vehicle on a flat
surface
on the side of the road.
F
Apply
the parking brake and
position
any wheel chocks to
prevent
movement of your vehicle.
F
Fit the chains following the
instructions provided by the
manufacturer
.
F
Move of
f gently and drive for a
few
moments, without exceeding
30
mph (50 km/h).
F
Stop
your vehicle and check that
the snow chains are correctly
tightened.It
is recommended that before you
leave,
you practise fitting the snow
chains
on a level and dry surface.
Use only the chains designed to be
fitted
to the type of wheel fitted to your
vehicle:
For
more information on snow chains,
contact a CITR
o Ë n dealer or a
qualified
workshop.
o
riginal
tyre size Maximum
link
size.
195/65
R159
mm
195/70
R15
205/65
R15
215/55
R16
215/50
R17
avoid driving with chains on roads
that have been cleared of snow
,
to
avoid damaging your vehicle's tyres
and
the road surface. If your vehicle
is
fitted with alloy wheels, check that
no
part of the chain or its fixings is in
contact
with the wheel rim.
Snow chains
