Snow Chains; Car Inactivity - Ford Ka 2008 Owner's Handbook Manual

081-090 Ford KA GB 15-07-2008

SNOW CHAINS

Use of snow chains should be in
compliance with local regulations.
The snow chains may be applied only to
the front wheel tyres (drive wheels).
Check the tension of the chains after
the first few metres have been driven.
IMPORTANT The spare wheel cannot
be fitted with snow chains. If the front
tyre has a puncture, replace a rear
wheel with the spare wheel and move
the rear wheel to the front axle. This
way, having two standard size wheels on
the front axle, is it possible to fit the
chains.
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Keep your speed down
when snow chains are fitted.
Do not exceed 50 km/h.
Avoid potholes, steps and
pavements and avoid also to drive
for long distances on roads not
covered with snow to prevent
damaging the car and the roadbed.
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CAR INACTIVITY

If the car is to be left inactive for longer
than a month, the following precautions
should be noted:
❒ park the car in covered, dry and if
possible well-ventilated premises;
❒ engage a gear;
❒ check that the handbrake is not
engaged;
❒ disconnect battery negative terminal
and check charge (see paragraph
"Battery - Charge and electrolyte
level check" in chapter "Maintenance
and care")
❒ clean and protect the painted parts
using protective wax;
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