Tire Chains; If A Tire Goes Flat - Cadillac CTS 2015 Owner's Manual

Cadillac CTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-8087697) - 2015 -
crc - 6/18/14

Tire Chains

Warning
If the vehicle has P245/40R18,
245/40R18, 275/35R18, or 255/
35R19 size tires, do not use tire
chains. There is 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 loss of control and a
crash. Use another type of
traction device only if its
manufacturer recommends it for
the vehicle's tire size combination
and road conditions. Follow that
manufacturer's instructions.
avoid vehicle damage, drive slow
and readjust or remove the
traction device if it contacts the
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vehicle. Do not spin the wheels.
If traction devices are used, install
them on the rear tires.
If the vehicle is equipped with a
tire size other than P245/40R18,
245/40R18, 275/35R18, or 255/
35R19, use tire chains only where
legal and only when necessary.
Use low profile chains that add no
more than 12 mm thickness to the
tire tread and inner sidewall. Use
chains that are the proper size for
the tires. Install them on the tires
of the rear axle. Don't use chains
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on the tires of the front axle.
Tighten them as tightly as
possible with the ends securely
fastened. Drive slowly and follow
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the chain manufacturer's
instructions. If the chains contact
the 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 the
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vehicle.

If a Tire Goes Flat

It is unusual for a tire to blow out
while driving, especially if the tires
are maintained properly. If air goes
out of a tire, it is much more likely to
leak out slowly. See Tires on
page 10-37 for additional
information. But if there ever is a
blowout, here are a few tips about
what to expect and what to do:
If a front tire fails, the flat tire
creates a drag that pulls the vehicle
toward that side. Take your foot off
the accelerator pedal and grip the
steering wheel firmly. Steer to
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Black plate (53,1)
Vehicle Care 10-53
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