SNOW CHAINS
Important
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NoteReduced-width snow chains with a maximum projection of 9 mm beyond the tyre profile can be fitted on 195/65 R15
91H and 205/55 R16 91H tyres. 225/45 R17 91V tyre cannot be fitted with snow chains.
The use of snow chains should be in compliance with local regulations of each country. In certain countries, tyres marked with
code M+S (Mud and Snow) are considered as winter equipment; therefore their use is equivalent to that of the snow chains.
Snow chains can be fitted to the tyres of the front wheels (drive wheels) only.
Check the tension of the snow chains after the first few metres have been driven.
Using snow chains with tyres with non-original dimensions may damage the vehicle.
Using different size or type (M+S, snow, etc.) tyres between front and rear axle may adversely affect vehicle driveability, with the
risk of losing control of the vehicle and resulting accidents.
Snow chains cannot be fitted to the space-saver wheel (for versions/markets, where provided). If a front tyre is punctured,
replace a rear wheel with the space-saver wheel and move the rear wheel to the front axle. In this way, with two normal drive
wheels at the front, snow chains can be fitted.
WARNING
165)The maximum speed for snow tyres marked "Q" is 160 km/h, while it is 190 km/h for "T" tyres and 210 km/h for "H" tyres. The highway
code speed limits must however always be complied with.
166)Do NOT fit hub caps when using integral caps fixed (with springs) to the steel rim and aftersales tyres provided with Rim Protector. Use
of unsuitable tyres and hub caps may cause sudden decrease of tyre pressure.
WARNING
83)Keep your speed down when snow chains are fitted; do not exceed 50 km/h. Avoid potholes, steps and pavements and avoid driving for
long distances on roads not covered with snow to prevent damaging the car and the road surface.
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