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Driving Tips
Traction
A decrease in driving, cornering,
and braking traction occurs when
water, snow, ice, gravel, or other
materials are on the road. Vehicle
speed should be adjusted to the
road conditions.
When driving on wet or slushy
roads, a wedge of water can build
up between the tire and road. This
is known as hydroplaning and
may cause partial or complete loss
of traction, vehicle control, and
stopping ability. To reduce the
chance of traction loss, follow
these tips:
1. Slow down during rainstorms
or when roads are slushy.
2. Slow down if the road has
standing water or puddles.
3. Replace tires when they are
worn to a point where 1/16
inch (1.6 mm) or less tread
remains, or cord or fabric
can be seen.
4. Keep the tires properly
inflated.
If your vehicle has snow tires, be
sure they are the same size, load
range and construction type as your
other tires. Vehicle speed should be
limited to a maximum of 75 mph
(120 km/h) when equipped with
either passenger vehicle-type or
truck-type snow tires.
Tire Chains
To prevent tire chains from
damaging your vehicle:
• Install the chains on the rear
tires as tightly as possible.
Tighten them again after
driving 1/4 to 1/2 mile (0.4 to
0.8 kilometer). Using chains on
the front tires is not
recommended. They may
contact the body and possibly
damage the vehicle. If you
intend to use chains on the
front tires, be sure there is
enough clearance.
• Do not exceed 45 mph
(70 km/h) or the chain
manufacturer’s suggested speed
limit if it is lower.
• Drive in a restrained manner
and avoid large bumps,
potholes, severe turns or other
maneuvers that could cause the
vehicle to bounce up and down.
• Follow the chain
manufacturer’s instructions.
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