WHEELS AND TIRES
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 chains
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CAUTION
Using snow chains and/or snow tires can
help improve traction in winter driving condi-
tions.
Volvo does not recommend use of snow
chains on wheel dimensions larger than
18 inches.
Snow chains can be used on the vehicle,
with the following restrictions:
Always follow the manufacturer's
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Some types of strap-on chains affect
brake components and therefore must
NOT be used.
installation instructions carefully. Install
chains as tightly as possible and
retighten periodically.
WARNING
Only put snow chains on the front
wheels (also applies to all-wheel drive
vehicles).
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Consult a Volvo retailer for more information
about snow chains.
Use Volvo genuine snow chains or equiva-
lent snow chains that are suitable for the
vehicle model and the tire and wheel sizes.
Only one-sided snow chains are permit-
ted.
Related information
If accessory, aftermarket or "custom"
tires and wheels with different dimen-
sions than the original tires and wheels
are used, snow chains in some cases
may NOT be used. Sufficient distance
between the chains and brakes, sus-
pension and body components must
be maintained.
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Winter driving (p. 417)
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If uncertain about snow chains, Volvo rec-
ommends contacting an authorized Volvo
workshop. Use of the wrong snow chains
could cause serious damage to the vehicle
and result in an accident.
Check local regulations regarding the
use of snow chains before installing.
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Never exceed the snow chain manu-
facturer's specified maximum speed
limit. Under no circumstances should
you exceed 50 km/h (30 mph).
Avoid bumps, holes or sharp turns
when driving with snow chains.
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Avoid driving on surfaces without
snow as this wears out both the snow
chains and the tires.
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