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Practical information -> Snow chains for Your Citroen Ds5 SUV First Generation (2011-2018)

Snow chains  
In wintry conditions, snow chains improve traction as well as the behaviour of the vehicle when braking.  
Use only the chains designed to be fitted to the  
Advice on installation  
The snow chains must be fitted only  
type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:  
F
If you have to fit the chains during a  
journey, stop the vehicle on a flat surface  
on the side of the road.  
to the front wheels. They must never  
be fitted to "space-saver" type spare  
wheels.  
F
Apply the parking brake and position any  
wheel chocks to prevent movement of your  
vehicle.  
Fit the chains following the instructions  
provided by the manufacturer.  
Move off gently and drive for a few  
moments, without exceeding 30 mph  
(50 km/h).  
Original tyre size  
Maximum link size.  
9 mm  
F
F
215/60 R16  
225/50 R17  
235/45 R18  
235/40 R19  
cannot be fitted with  
F
Stop your vehicle and check that the snow  
chains are correctly tightened.  
snow chains  
For more information on snow chains, contact a  
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.  
It is strongly recommended that before  
you leave, you practise fitting the snow  
chains on a level and dry surface.  
Take account of the legislation in force  
in your country on the use of snow  
chains and the maximum running speed  
authorised.  
Avoid driving with snow 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.