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Pontiac 1997 Grand Prix Owner's Manual page 324

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Used
R
lacement
Wheels
Putting
a
used wheel on your vehicle is
dangerous, You can't know how it's been used or
how far it's been driven. It could fail suddenly
and cause
an
accident. If you have to replace a
wheel, use
a
new GM original equipment wheel.
Tire Chains
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NOTICE:
If your Pontiac has P225/60R16
size
tires, don't
use tire chains. They can damage your vehicle
because there's not enough clearance.
NOTICE: (Continued)
NOTICE: (Continued)
Use another type of traction device only if its
manufacturer recommends it for use on your
vehicle and tire size combination and road
condition,s. Follow that manufacturer's
instructions. To help avoid damage to your
vehicle drive slowly, readjust or remove the
device if
it's
contacting your vehicle and
don't
spin
your
wheels.
If you do find traction de
that
will fit,
install
them on the front tires,
If you have oth,er tires, use tire chains only where
legal and only when you must. Use only SAE
Cla,ss LLS" type chains that are
the
proper size for
your tires. Install them on the front tires and
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. I f 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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