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2-5. Driving information

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Selecting tire chains

Use the correct tire chain size when mounting the tire chains. Chain size

is regulated for each tire sizes.

Side chain

(0.12 in. [3 mm] in diameter)

Cross chain

(0.16 in. [4 mm] in diameter)

Regulations on the use of tire chains

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Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to location

and type of road. Always check local regulations before installing

chains.

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Install the chains on the rear tires.

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Retighten the chains after driving 1/4

⎯

1/2 mile (0.5

⎯

1.0 km).

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When driving the vehicle

Accelerate the vehicle slowly and drive at a reduced speed suitable

to road conditions.

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When parking the vehicle (in the winter time or in the cold lati-

tudes)

Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P (automatic transmis-

sion) or 1 or R (manual transmission) and block the wheel under the

vehicle without setting the parking brake. The parking brake may

freeze up, preventing it from being released. If necessary, block the

wheels to prevent inadvertent sliding or creeping.