Tire Chains - Usage Precautions
No: TSB-01-31-001DATE: April, 2001
MODEL: 2000-2001 Models
SUBJECT:
TIRE CHAIN USAGE
This bulletin Superseded TSB-00-31-004, issued November, 2000, to correct tire chain usage recommendations for Galant. Corrections are indicated by **.
PURPOSE
This bulletin contains tire chain usage recommendations for 2000 and 2001 Mitsubishi cars and sport-utility vehicles.
Refer to the "Tire Chain Usage Table" as shown.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
All 2000 and 2001 models
TIRE CHAIN PRECAUTIONS
Use only tire chains known as cable chains, which meet SAE class "S" clearance specifications. Link-type chains and other traction devices do not meet these specifications and are not recommended.
CAUTION
^ Do not use chains on the compact spare wheel of any vehicle. The wheel may be damaged or cause the tire to come off the wheel.
** ^ Galant, Eclipse, and Eclipse Spyder models cannot use tire chains.
Inform customers to observe the following tire chain guidelines:
* Use tire chains only when necessary.
* Be sure the chains are the proper size for the tires.
* Remove wheel covers before installing the chains.
* Tighten chains as tightly as possible.
* Drive under 30 mph.
* If the chains strike the vehicle body or chassis, stop the vehicle immediately and adjust them.
NOTE TO CALIFORNIA DEALERS:
Consult your legal counsel for advice regarding customer disclosure statement for vehicles that cannot use tire chains.