Toyota Camry Solara 2007 Operating Manual page 348

Side chain
Cross chain
TIRE CHAIN SELECTION
Use the tire chains of correct size.
For P215/60R16 and P215/55R17 tires,
use the following type chains.
A Diameter of side chain
B Width of side chain
C Length of side chain
D Diameter of cross chain
E Width of cross chain
F Length of cross chain
Regulations regarding the use of tire
chains vary according to location or
type of road, so always check local reg-
ulations before installing chains.
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NOTICE
If the wrong combination of tire and
chain is used, the chains could dam-
age the vehicle body.
CHAIN INSTALLATION
Install the chains on the front tires as
tightly as possible. Do not use tire
chains on the
chains after driving
(1/4—1/2 mile).
When installing chains on your tires, care-
fully follow the instructions of the chain
manufacturer.
If wheel covers are used, they will be
scratched by the chain band, so remove
the covers before putting on the chains.
mm (in.)
If the chains are installed, the tire pres-
3 (0.12)
sure warning system may not operate
10 (0.39)
properly. For details, see "Tire pressure
30 (1.18)
warning system" on page 155 in Section
4 (0.16)
1−7.
14 (0.55)
25 (0.98)
D
Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or
the
mended speed limit, whichever is
lower.
D
Drive
holes, and sharp turns, which may
cause the vehicle to bounce.
rear tires. Retighten
D
Avoid sharp turns or locked−wheel
0.5—1.0 km
braking, as use of chains may ad-
versely affect vehicle handling.
D
When driving with chains installed,
be sure to drive carefully. Slow
down
avoid losing control of the vehicle.
Otherwise an accident may occur.
Do not attempt to use a tire chain on
the compact spare tire, as it may re-
sult in damage to the vehicle as well
as the tire.
CAUTION
chain manufacturer's recom-
carefully avoiding bumps,
before entering curves to
NOTICE