snow chains VOLVO XC70 2006 Owner´s Manual

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Chapter 7 - Wheels and tires
General information 118
Tire inflation 120
Tire inflation pressure tables 122
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 123
Self supporting run flat tires 125
Tire designations 126
Glossary of tire terminology 127
Vehicle loading 128
Uniform Tire Quality Grading 129
Snow chains, snow tires, studded tires 130
Temporary spare 131
Changing a wheel 132

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Wheels and tires
Snow chains, snow tires,
studded tires
Snow chains
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 Check local regulations regarding the use
of snow chains before installing.
 Always follow the chain manufacturer’s
installation instructions carefully. Install
chains as tightly as possible and retighten
periodically.
 Never exceed the chain manufacturer’s
specified maximum speed limit. (Under no
circumstances should you exceed 31 mph
(50 km/h)).
 Avoid bumps, holes or sharp turns when
driving with snow chains.
 The handling of the vehicle can be
adversely affected when driving with
chains. Avoid fast or sharp turns as well as
locked wheel braking.
Snow tires, studded tires1
Tires for winter use:

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