Isuzu Tilt Slide FYJ2000 Instruction Manual page 325

TIPS ON SAFE AND SMOOTH OPERATION
Before the onset of winter, make preparations for use of tyre chains by fitting the tyre
chains, adjusting their lengths and checking them for damage.
CAUTION
• Fit the tyre chains securely without looseness. If the vehicle is driven with the
loosened tyre chains, they may interfere with other components or come off,
leading to an unexpected accident.
• If an abnormal sound is heard, it may indicate a possibility that a tyre chain
was cut or came off partially. Immediately pull off to a safe place, and check the
fitting condition of the tyre chains.
• The exhaust pipe and muffler are extremely hot when the engine is running or
immediately after the vehicle is driven, so be careful not to touch them.
• Be careful not to hurt yourself on the edges of the vehicle while working with the
tyre chains.
ADVICE
• Tyre chains cannot be fitted on the front wheels. Make sure to fit the tyre chains
suitable for the tyre size on the rear wheels.
• For dual tyres, use dual tyre chains. For triple chains, they may not be fitted
depending on vehicle specifications, so please consult the nearest Isuzu Dealer
for details.
• For dual tyres, do not fit a single chain only on the outer tyre. The chain may
interfere with other components and adversely affect driving.
• The sidewalls of radial tyres are prone to damage by tyre chains. Be sure to use
tyre chains that are designed for radial tyres, or use winter tyres.
• When purchasing tyre chains, fit them on the tyres once and, if they are too
long, adjust them to suit the tyres.
• When the vehicle is fitted with tyre chains, drive at speeds below 30 km/h (19
MPH) and avoid driving on surfaces other than snowy or frozen roads.
• For fitting and handling of tyre chains, refer to the instruction manual attached
to the tyre chains.
Using Tyre Chains
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