Saab 9-5 2011 Owner's Manual page 226

9 Warning
Tire chains are only permitted on
the front wheels with tire sizes
225/50 R 17 and 235/45 R 18.
Tire chains used on a vehicle with‐
out the proper amount of clear‐
ance could cause damage to the
brakes, suspension or other vehi‐
cle parts. The damage caused by
the tire chains could cause you to
lose control of your vehicle and
you or others could be injured in
a collision.
Use another type of traction de‐
vice only if its manufacturer rec‐
ommends it for use on your vehicle
and tire size combination and the
road conditions. Follow that man‐
ufacturer's instructions. To help
avoid damage to your vehicle,
drive slowly, readjust or remove
the device if it is in contact with
your vehicle, and do not spin your
wheels.
If you find traction devices that will
fit, install them on the front tires.
Always use fine mesh chains that
add no more than 0.4 inches to the
tire tread and the inboard sides (in‐
cluding chain lock).
Damage could lead to tire blowout.
The use of tire chains is not per‐
mitted on the temporary spare
wheel.
Notice
Contact your Saab dealer regarding
suitable snow chains. Install them on
the front tires and tighten them as
tightly as possible with the ends se‐
curely fastened. Drive slowly and fol‐
low the chain manufacturer's in‐
structions. If you can hear the chains
making contact with your vehicle,
stop and retighten them. If the con‐
tact continues, slow down until it
stops. Driving too fast or spinning
the wheels with chains on will dam‐
age your vehicle.
Tyre repair kit
Minor damage to the tire tread or side‐
wall can be repaired with the tire re‐
pair kit.
Vehicle care
Do not remove foreign bodies from
the tires.
Tire damage exceeding 0.16 inches
or that is at tire's side wall near the rim
cannot be repaired with the tire repair
kit.
9 Warning
Do not drive faster than 50 mph.
Do not use for a lengthy period.
Steering and handling may be af‐
fected.
If you have a flat tire:
Apply the parking brake and engage
first gear, reverse gear or P.
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