What type of chains to buy for the snow?
Senior Member
Joined: 01-13-2006
Posts: 3,000
From: Superior, WI - Over the Hill Warranty Club member
I third the do not use chains in the manual..
Speed limit with chains 3 mph
Even with the new generation chains/cables as you drive faster the chain/cable is thrown out by the spinning of the wheel and tire the diameter grows = fender damage..
Speed limit with chains 3 mph
Even with the new generation chains/cables as you drive faster the chain/cable is thrown out by the spinning of the wheel and tire the diameter grows = fender damage..
Joined: 07-16-2006
Posts: 7
From: Fairview,Oregon
You can't use chains there is no room behind the tire it is to close to the strut,you have to use spike spider product they bolt a adater to the wheel and then they go on when you need them.You leave the adapter on thru the winter.You can go to there web site for more info www.spike-spider.com they are not cheap about 300.00 hope this helps
Jeff
Jeff
Senior Member
Joined: 04-30-2006
Posts: 9,149
From: Maryland Heights, MO
Tire Chains
CAUTION:
Do not use tire chains. There is not enough
clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle
without the proper amount of clearance can
cause damage to the brakes, suspension or
other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the
tire chains could cause you to lose control of
your vehicle and you or others may be injured
in a crash.
clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle
without the proper amount of clearance can
cause damage to the brakes, suspension or
other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the
tire chains could cause you to lose control of
your vehicle and you or others may be injured
in a crash.
Use another type of traction device only if its
manufacturer recommends it for use on your
vehicle and tire size combination and road
conditions. Follow that manufacturer’s
instructions. To help avoid damage to your
vehicle, drive slowly, readjust or remove the
device if it is contacting your vehicle, and do
not spin your vehicle’s wheels. If you do find
traction devices that will fit, install them on the
front tires.
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manufacturer recommends it for use on your
vehicle and tire size combination and road
conditions. Follow that manufacturer’s
instructions. To help avoid damage to your
vehicle, drive slowly, readjust or remove the
device if it is contacting your vehicle, and do
not spin your vehicle’s wheels. If you do find
traction devices that will fit, install them on the
front tires.
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Straight from the manual. reading is a wonderful thing.
Senior Member
Joined: 05-03-2006
Posts: 855
From: Los Angeles, CA
then i guess you cant use the HHR to go up the mountains? When it snows in cali you are required to have chains on your car (sometimes as low as 3k feet).
Snow tires will not be enough for the cops to allow you to pass.
Snow tires will not be enough for the cops to allow you to pass.
Member
Joined: 06-01-2009
Posts: 33
From: Seattle
Chains Required.
So-what do you do when "CHAINS REQUIRED" is on the signs and our officers are out serving tickets and protecting their income?
Anyone?
I doubt you can open your owners manual and explain to the officer that they wont work.