SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS
WARNING:
Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed
rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or
wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and
performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of
loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Additionally, the use of non-recommended tires and wheels could
cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit
failure.
The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads to provide traction in
rain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snow
tires and chains. If you need to use chains, it is recommended that steel
wheels (of the same size and specifications) be used, as chains may chip
aluminum wheels.
Note:
The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle
damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using
snow tires and chains.
Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains:
•
If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle.
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Use only SAE Class S cables or equivalent on P235/55R18 tires on the
front tires only. SAE Class S chains or other conventional link chains
may cause damage to the vehicles wheel house and/or body. Use of
optional spike spider type traction devices or equivalent is also
acceptable.
•
Do not install tire chains, cables, or optional traction devices on the
rear tires. This could cause damage to the vehicle’s wheel house or
body.
•
Do not use tire chains, cables, or optional traction devices with
optional P255/45R19 or 245/45R20 tires.
•
Install tire cables securely, verifying that the tire cables do not touch
any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.
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Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) with tire cables on your vehicle.
•
Drive cautiously. If you hear the cables rub or bang against your
vehicle, stop and retighten the cables. If this does not work, remove
the cables to prevent damage to your vehicle.
•
Remove the tire cables when they are no longer needed. Do not use
tire cables on dry roads.
Tires, Wheels and Loading
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2011 MKS
(mks)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA
(fus)
