Snow Chains - PEUGEOT PARTNER Tepee Handbook

SNOW CHAINS

In wintry conditions, snow chains
improve traction as well as the
behaviour of the vehicle when braking.
The snow chains must be fitted
only to the driving wheels. they
must never be fitted to "space-
saver" type spare wheels.
use only the chains designed to be
fitted to the type of wheel fitted to your
vehicle:
Original tyre Maximum link
size
195/65 R15
195/70 R15
205/65 R15
215/55 R16
215/50 R17
For more information on snow chains,
contact a PeugeOt dealer or a
qualified workshop.
take account of the legislation in
force in your country on the use
of snow chains and the maximum
running speed authorised.
Advice on installation
F If you have to fit the chains during
a journey, stop the vehicle on a flat
surface on the side of the road.
F Apply the parking brake and
position any wheel chocks to
prevent movement of your vehicle.
F Fit the chains following the
size.
instructions provided by the
manufacturer.
F Move off gently and drive for a
few moments, without exceeding
30 mph (50 km/h).
F Stop your vehicle and check that
9 mm
the snow chains are correctly
tightened.
It is recommended that before you
leave, you practise fitting the snow
chains on a level and dry surface.
Avoid driving on roads that have
been cleared of snow, to avoid
damaging your vehicle's tyres and the
road surface. If your vehicle is fitted
with alloy wheels, check that no part of
the chain or its fixings is in contact with
the wheel rim.
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