Warning
You can use snow on your vehicle, with the following restrictions:
- Use genuine Volvo snow chains or equivalent chains designed for the vehicle model, tire and wheel rim dimensions.
- Only single-sided snow chains are permitted.
- The wrong snow chains may cause serious damage to the vehicle and lead to an accident.
Note
Using snow chains may result in malfunction of the tire pressure monitoring system.
Mounting snow chains
Make sure you are in a safe place when mounting or removing the snow chains.
Always comply with local regulations and laws regarding the use of snow chains.
Always carefully follow the mounting instructions from the manufacturer.
Always use the same type of chain on the left- and right-hand tires.
Volvo recommends that you do not use snow chains on wheel dimensions greater than 18 inches.
Make sure you use the correct size in relation to the wheels.
Snow chains must only be used on the rear wheels.1
If wheels of a different size than the original wheels are mounted, certain snow chains must not be used.
There needs to be sufficient distance between the chains and the vehicle's brakes, suspension and body components. Chains that risk interfering with brake components must not be used.
If you need to move your vehicle while installing or removing chains, do not let the wheels run over the chain attachments.
Amount the chains tensioned as tightly as possible and on them at regular intervals.
Tip
Practice mounting the snow chains before winter comes.
Driving with snow chains
Once the snow chains are mounted, drive about 200 meters (650 feet). Then stop the vehicle and check again that the chains are firmly attached.
Never exceed the chain manufacturer's specified speed limit. You must never exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) under any circumstances.
While snow chains improve grip in certain conditions, they negatively affect other driving characteristics. If possible, avoid driving over uneven ground, such as bumps or holes. Also avoid fast or sharp turns and hard braking.
Avoid driving on ground not covered in snow or ice, as this wears out both the snow chains and the wheels.
Contact a Volvo retailer for more information.