Using Snow Chains - Ford ECOSPORT Owner's Manual

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USING SNOW CHAINS

WARNING
Snow tires must be the same size,
load index and speed rating as those
originally provided by Ford. Use of
any tire or wheel not recommended by
Ford can affect the safety and
performance of your vehicle, which could
result in an increased risk of loss of control,
vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Additionally, the use of non-recommended
tires and wheels can cause steering,
suspension, axle, transfer case or power
transfer unit failure. Follow the Ford
recommended tire inflation pressure found
on the Safety Compliance Certification
Label (on the door hinge pillar, door latch
post or the door edge that meets the door
latch post, next to the driver seat), or Tire
Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the
driver door. Failure to follow the tire
pressure recommendations can cause
uneven treadwear patterns and adversely
affect the way your vehicle handles.
EcoSport (CBW) India, Vehicles Built From: 14-08-2017, GN15-19G219-ZCA enIND, Edition date: 201708, First Printing
Wheels and Tires
The tires on your vehicle may have
all-weather treads to provide traction in
rain and snow. However, in some climates
you may need to use snow chains. If you
need to use chains, it is recommended that
steel wheels (of the same size and
specification) be used, as chains may chip
aluminum wheels. Follow these guidelines
when using traction devices:
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Use 10 mm or less in dimension as
measured on the sidewall of your tire
with 205/60 R16 92H, 205/50 R17 93W
XL or 195/65 R15 91T. Not all S-class
snow chains meet these restrictions.
Chains of this size restriction will
include a tensioning device.
The snow chains or cables must be
mounted in pairs on only on the front
axle.
Purchase chains or cables from a
manufacturer that clearly labels body
to tire dimension restrictions.
When installing tire chains or cables,
make sure they are the proper size for
the tires on your vehicle and are
installed according to the chain
manufacturer's suggestions.
Install cables securely, verifying that
the cables do not extend beyond the
wheel or touch the wheel, any wiring,
brake lining.
If possible, avoid fully loading your
vehicle.
When driving with snow chains or
cables, do not exceed 48 km/h or the
maximum speed recommended by the
chain manufacturer; whichever is less.
Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains
or cables rub or bang against the
vehicle, stop and retighten them. If this
does not work, remove the chains or
cables and prevent vehicle damage.