Tire chains, Tire chains -77, Caution – Buick 2009 Lucerne User Manual

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Used Replacement Wheels

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CAUTION:

Putting a used wheel on the vehicle is dangerous.
You cannot know how it has been used or how far it
has been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a
crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new
GM original equipment wheel.

Tire Chains

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CAUTION:

If your vehicle has P235/55R17, or P245/50R18
size tires, 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.

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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.

Notice: If your vehicle has P225/60R16 size tires,
use tire chains only where legal and only when you
must. Use only SAE Class S-type chains that are the
proper size for your tires. Install them on the front
tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the
ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the
chain manufacturer’s instructions. If you can hear the
chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retighten
them. If the contact continues, slow down until it
stops. Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with
chains on will damage your vehicle.

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