Why do you need chains on wheels and how to use them correctly

Most drivers know that it is extremely difficult to drive a vehicle in winter, especially on snowy roads. In this regard, some motorists use special anti-skid chains for wheels, which help overcome difficulties on the road. Let's figure out whether this device is really useful and how to use it correctly.

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Purpose and design

Surprisingly, wheel chains can be used not only in ice or snow. They help perfectly when driving in rainy weather off-road. Due to better traction with the road surface, the chains do not allow the wheels to slip, thereby ensuring the safe movement of the car.

Wheel chains are a kind of mesh that is worn as a wheel cover.

As a rule, they are installed on the drive wheels, although it is recommended to do this for all wheels. Especially if the car is operated in a harsh climate. This will add stability to the TK and eliminate unnecessary overturning.

It is also necessary to remember that in this case the driver must turn off the anti-skid system.

Correct use

A few guidelines on how chains should be used:

• First, when installing the chain, it is necessary to make sure that it is evenly and symmetrically distributed over the wheel.
• Secondly, it is advisable to put on the chain in a clean room or in dry weather to perform a reliable fixation.
• Before operating a vehicle with chains, you must first practice to understand how the car behaves with these devices.
• It is not recommended to drive on dry asphalt with worn chains. So you can quickly spoil not only the chains themselves, but also the wheels of the car.
• After use, chains must be rinsed and dried.
• If they are damaged, it is necessary to contact the workshop or repair it yourself, or replace it.

Correct handling will allow not only to ensure traffic on the road, but also to preserve the car.