Installing The Snow Chains

NOTE:

The snow chains must only be installed on the front wheels. All operations must be carried out on both the front wheels

Fig 1: Pressing Suitable Adapter Into Place On Wheel

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Press a suitable adapter (A) into place on the wheel
Tighten the adapter. Tighten to 70 5 Nm (52 3.7 lbf. ft.) . Use a torque spanner or a socket set.
NOTE:
Do not use impact drivers.
Ensure that the adapter is securely installed.

Fig 2: Opening Safety Catches

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Fig 3: Pulling Lever Past Its Catch Position

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Fig 4: Pressing In Yellow Button On Mounting Arm

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Press in the yellow button (A) on the mounting arm (B). Adjust the handle on the mounting arm so that it is pointing towards the center of the hub.
NOTE:
The mounting arm must be installed in this way.
Press the mounting arm on to the adapter until the catches engage.
NOTE:
The yellow button must spring back to its original position.
Ensure that the catches are secure on the adapter.