Buick Enclave: Tire Chains
WARNING
Do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a
vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension,
or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause loss of
control and a crash.
Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for the vehicle's tire size combination and road conditions. Follow that manufacturer's instructions.
To avoid vehicle damage, drive slow and readjust or remove the traction device if it contacts the vehicle. Do not spin the wheels.
If traction devices are used, install them on the front tires.
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel
nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced.
If the wheel leaks air, replace it. ...
If a Tire Goes Flat
It is unusual for a tire to blow out, especially if the tires are maintained
properly. See Tires .
If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. But if
there is ever a blo ...
See also:
Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a
Punctured Tire
Follow the directions closely for correct sealant usage.
When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures, warm
the kit in a heated environment for five minutes. This will h ...
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel drive)
4MATIC ensures that all four wheels are
permanently driven. Together with ESP® and
4ETS, it improves the traction of your vehicle
whenever a drive wheel spins due to
insufficient grip.
WARNING&n ...
Information on differential anddifferential locks
When the vehicle drives around a corner, the
wheels on the outside of the bend must cover
a greater distance and must therefore turn
more rapidly than the wheels on the inside.
The differential, ...
