398 5-5 . Driving tips
WARNING
■ When parking the vehicle When parking the vehicle without applying the parking brake , make
sure to chock the wheels . If you do not chock the wheels , the vehicle may move unexpectedly , possibly resulting in an accident .
Selecting tire chains
Use the correct tire chain size when mounting the tire chains . Chain size is regulated for each tire size .
Side chain : 0.12 in . ( 3 mm ) in diameter 0.39 in . ( 10 mm ) in width
1.18 in . ( 30 mm ) in length Cross chain :
0.16 in . ( 4 mm ) in diameter
Regulations on the use of tire chains
Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary depending on location and type of road . Always check local regulations before installing chains .
■ Tire chain installation
Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains :
●Install and remove tire chains in a safe location .
●Install tire chains on the front tires only . Do not install tire chains on the rear tires .
●Install tire chains on front tires as tightly as possible . Retighten
chains after driving 1 / 4 - 1 / 2 mile ( 0.5 - 1.0 km ).
●Install tire chains following the instructions provided with the tire chains .
NOTICE
■ Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly when tire chains are fitted .
0.55 in . ( 14 mm ) in width 0.98 in . ( 25 mm ) in length