Tire Chains - GMC 2003 Sierra 1500 Pickup Owner's Manual

Tire Chains
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If your vehicle has dual wheels or P265/75R16
or LT265n5R16 size tires, don't use tire
chains. They can damage your vehicle because
there's not enough clearance. Tire chains used
on a vehicle without the proper amount of
clearance can cause damage to the brakes,
suspension or other vehicle parts. The area
damaged by the tire chains could cause you to
lose control of your vehicle and you or others
may be injured in a crash.
Use another type of traction device only if its
manufacturer recommends
it
for use on your
vehicle and tire size combination and road
conditions. Follow that manufacturer's
instructions. To help avoid damage to
yourvehicle, drive slowly, readjust or remove
the device if it's contacting your vehicle, and
don't spin your wheels.
If you do find traction devices that will fit,
install them on the rear tires."
Nofice: If your vehicle does not have dual wheels
and is equipped with a tire size other than
P265R5R16, or LT65D5R16, use tire chains only
where legal and only when you must. Use chains
that are the proper size for your tires. Install them o
the tires of the rear axle. Don't use chains on the
tires of the front axle. Tighten them as tightly
as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive
slowly and follow the chain manufacturer's
instructions. If you can hear the chains contacting
your vehicle, stop and retighten them. If the contact
continues, slow down until
it
stops. Driving too
fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will
damage your vehicle.
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