Suzuki 2010 Kizashi Owner's Manual - page 176

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DRIVING TIPS

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Tire Chains

Tire chains should only be used if they are

needed to increase traction or are required

by law. Make sure that the chains you use

are small-link chains or cable-type chains

and are the correct size for your vehicle’s

tires. Also make sure that there is enough

clearance between the fenders and the

chains as installed on the tires.

Install the chains on the front tires tightly,

according to the chain manufacturer’s

instructions. Retighten the chains after

driving about 1.0 km (1/2 mile) if neces-

sary. With the chains installed, drive slowly.

Do not drive through deep or rushing

water

Driving in deep or rushing water can be

hazardous. You could lose control of the

vehicle and the occupants could drown.

Also, your vehicle could be seriously dam-

aged. To avoid these risks, observe the fol-

lowing instructions and precautions.

• Do not drive through deep or rushing

water. Deep or rushing water, such as

fast-moving streams or floodwaters,

could carry your vehicle away from your

intended path. The water is too deep if it

covers your wheel hubs, axles or

exhaust tailpipe. Know the depth of the

water before you attempt to drive

through it.

• If water blocks the tailpipe, the engine

may not start or run. If the water is deep

enough to get drawn into the engine

intake system, the engine will be badly

damaged.

• Submerged brakes will have poor brak-

ing performance. Drive slowly and care-

fully. Driving slowly will also help avoid

water splashing onto the ignition system,

which could cause the engine to stall.

• Even when driving through shallow or

still waters, drive carefully since the

water may be hiding ground hazards

such as holes, ditches or bumps.

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CAUTION

Do not continue rocking the vehicle

for more than a few minutes. Pro-

longed rocking can cause engine

overheating, transaxle or transfer

case damage or tire damage.

CAUTION

If you hear the chains hitting against

the vehicle body while driving, stop

and tighten them.

If your vehicle is equipped with full

wheel caps, remove the wheel caps

before installing the chains or the

wheel caps can be damaged by the

chain bands.

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