Winter Tyres; Studded Tyres - Volvo XC90 Owner's Manual

Winter tyres

Volvo recommends winter tyres of size 225/70
R16 for all XC90 cars except those seating
seven and those with T6 engines. Size 235/
65R17 is recommended for these instead.
Always use winter tyres on all four wheels!
Consult your Volvo dealer for advice
on which rim and tyre type you should use for
your car.

Studded tyres

Studded winter tyres should be carefully
"broken in" over a distance of 500-1000 km so
that the studs become properly positioned in the
tyre. This will provide both the tyres and studs
with a longer service life while contributing to
a quieter ride.
Remember that regulations for use of studded
tyres vary from country to country.
Snow chains may only be used on the front
wheels.
Always use Volvo-approved snow
chains only; other snow chains can damage
your car.
Never drive faster than 50 km/h with snow
chains!
Do not drive on bare roads unnecessarily as this
causes heavy wear on both snow chains and
tyres.
Never use "quick links" because the
space between the disc brakes and the
wheels is too small.
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