Operation Manual

Wheels, tyres152
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Tyre chains 3
See page 206 for restrictions.
Always use fine-linked chains that add no
more than 15 mm to the tyre tread and the
inboard sides (including chain lock).
We recommend that you consult your
Vauxhall Authorised Repairer, who will be
pleased to give advice.
Ty re chains may only be used at speeds of
up to 30 m ph (50 km /h)
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or up to the tyre
chain manufac turer’s recommended
maximum speed, whichever is lower.
When tra velling on roads that are free of
snow, they may only be used for brief
periods sinc e the y are subject to rapid wear
on a hard road and may snap.
Avoid sharp turns, bumps and holes and
do not lock the w heels when braking, to
avoid damaging the tyre chains.
Retighten the chains after driving for
approx. 0.6 miles (1 km). If, at any time,
you hear or suspect that the chains are
contacting the vehicle, stop and retighten
chains.
Always read the instructions supplied with
the tyre chains.
Te mpora ry spar e w h ee l 3
The temporary spare wheel is designed for
use on your vehicle only.
Do not attempt to use the spare tyre on a
different wheel, or use a different tyre on
the spare wheel as they will not fit.
Tyre chains must not be used on the
temporary spare wheel. If you need to use
tyre chains after suffering a flat front tyre,
fit the temporary spare wheel on the rear
axle and transfer one of the rear wheels to
the front axle.
For notes on the temporary spare wheel -
see page 167.
Ensure the tem porary spare wheel is
inflated to the correct tyre pressure -
see page 207.
Wheel changing - see page 167.
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Va ri es fr om cou ntry to co unt ry on a c cou nt o f
nation al regulations.