Snow Chains - Volvo V90 Owner's Manual

Snow chains

Use of snow chains and/or winter tyres can
help to improve the traction in winter condi-
tions.
Volvo recommends that snow chains are not
used on wheel dimensions greater than
18 inches
WARNING
Use Volvo genuine snow chains or equiva-
lent chains designed for the car model, and
tyre and rim dimensions. Only single-sided
snow chains are permitted.
In the event of uncertainty about the show
chain, Volvo recommends that an author-
ised Volvo workshop should be contacted.
The wrong snow chains may cause serious
damage to the car and lead to an accident.
IMPORTANT
Snow chains can be used on the car with
the following restrictions:
Always follow the mounting instruc-
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tions from the manufacturer carefully.
Fit the chains as tensioned as possible
and tension them at regular intervals.
Snow chains must only be used on the
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front wheels (also applies to all-wheel
drive cars).
In some cases, snow chains must NOT
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be used, such as if accessory, after-
market or "special" tyres and wheels
are fitted that have a different size to
the original tyres and wheels. Suffi-
cient distance must be maintained
between the chains and brakes, sus-
pension and body components.
Check local regulations with regard to
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using snow chains before fitting them.
Never exceed the chain manufacturer's
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specified maximum speed. You must
never exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) under
any circumstances.
Avoid bumps, holes or sharp turns
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when driving with snow chains.
Avoid driving on bare ground as this
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wears out both the snow chains and
tyres.
WHEELS AND TYRES
Driving with snow chains may have a
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negative effect on the car's driving
characteristics. Avoid fast or sharp
turns, as well as braking with locked
wheels.
Some types of chain that are firmly
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tensioned affect brake components
and must therefore NOT be used.
You can obtain more information on snow
chains from a Volvo dealer.
Related information
Winter driving (p. 469)
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