Adjusting The Chain Net: Notes

Fig 1: Checking Distance Between Surface Of Tire & Chain Net

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

There must be play of approximately 15 mm (9/16") between the surface of the tire and the chain net.

• Check the distance between the surface of the tire and the chain net. If the clearance exceeds 15 mm (9/16"), shorten the chain net.

Fig 2: Identifying Chain Links

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Fig 3: Identifying Shortening Points

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

The shortening points (open chain links) are beside the stud elements.

Fig 4: View Of Removing Chain Net

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

• Use the bar from the socket set as a lever to pry up the open chain links
• Remove the chain net from the stud element.

Fig 5: View Of Chains One Link

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

• Shorten both the chains by one link.
  NOTE:

  The chain net must only be shortened by one chain link at each shortening point. Both of the chains must be the same length.

Fig 6: View Of Shortened Chain In Original Position

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

• Hook the chain net back on to the stud element
• Jerk the shortened chain down to its original position
• If necessary, press the shortened chains into the stud element by hand.