hicle and the ground is smaller than nor-
mal.
O
Do not enter an automated car wash with
a punctured run-flat tire.
O
Have the punctured tire replaced by an
INFINITI dealer as soon as possible, as
the tire’s performance capability is
reduced.
All-wheel drive (AWD) models
CAUTION
O
Always use tires of the same type, size,
brand, construction (bias, bias-belted or
radial), and tread pattern on all four
wheels. Failure to do so may result in a
circumference difference between tires
on the front and rear axles which will
cause excessive tire wear and may dam-
age the transmission, transfer case and
differential gears.
O
ONLY use spare tires specified for the
AWD model.
If excessive tire wear is found, it is recom-
mended that all four tires be replaced
with tires of the same size, brand, con-
struction and tread pattern. The tire pres-
sure and wheel alignment should also be
checked and corrected as necessary. Con-
tact an INFINITI dealer.
Tire chains must be installed only on the
rear wheels and not on the front wheels.
Do not drive with tire chains on paved
roads which are clear of snow. Driving
with chains in such conditions can cause
damage to the various mechanisms of the
vehicle due to some overstress.
TIRE CHAINS
Use of tire chains may be prohibited ac-
cording to location. Check the local laws
before installing tire chains. When install-
ing tire chains, make sure they are of
proper size for the tires on your vehicle
and are installed according to the chain
manufacturer instructions.
Use only SAE
class S chains.
Class “S” chains are used
on vehicles with restricted tire to vehicle
clearance. Vehicles that can use Class “S”
chains are designed to meet the SAE
standard minimum clearances between
the tire and the closest vehicle suspen-
sion or body component required to ac-
commodate the use of a winter traction
device (tire chains or cables). The
minimum clearances are determined
using the factory equipped tire size. Other
types may damage your vehicle. Use
chain tensioners when recommended by
the tire chain manufacturer to ensure a
tight fit. Loose end links of the tire chain
must be secured or removed to prevent
the possibility of whipping action damage
to the fenders or undercarriage. If pos-
sible, avoid fully loading your vehicle
when using tire chains. In addition, drive
at a reduced speed. Otherwise, your ve-
hicle may be damaged and/or vehicle
handling and performance may be ad-
versely affected.
Tire chains must be installed only on the
rear wheels and not on the front wheels.
CAUTION
O
Do not use tire chains on dry roads.
O
Never install tire chains on a T-type
spare tire or a punctured run-flat tire, as
this could damage your vehicle.
Do not drive with tire chains on paved
roads that are clear of snow. Driving with
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