Should the snow chains for Wuling Hongguang be installed on the front or rear wheels?
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Snow chains for the Wuling Hongguang should be installed on the rear wheels. This is because the Wuling Hongguang is a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive vehicle, so the rear wheels are the driving wheels. Snow chains must be installed on the driving tires. For front-wheel-drive vehicles, they should be installed on the front wheels, and for rear-wheel-drive vehicles, they should be installed on the rear wheels. For added safety, you can install chains on all four wheels. Additionally, after installing snow chains, ensure your driving speed does not exceed 40 km/h. Snow chains are chains fixed onto the tires, providing sufficient traction on icy or snowy roads with extremely low friction, thereby ensuring driving safety. Each rubber ring of the snow chains has four metal hooks evenly distributed around it. These hooks are cross-fixed in a crisscross pattern along the edge of the wheel hub cover, ensuring the chains do not slip off.
As a seasoned Wuling Hongguang driver, I can tell you from personal experience that snow chains must be installed on the rear wheels. This vehicle is rear-wheel drive, with the front wheels only responsible for steering. Installing chains on the rear wheels enhances traction to prevent skidding. Once, I forgot to install them when driving in snowy mountain areas, and my tires just spun like ice skates while going uphill, scaring me into pulling over immediately to put on the chains. After installing them on the rear wheels, the drive became much more stable with better power transmission. When installing, don't make them too tight; leave some room for movement to avoid scratching the tires. Winter driving also requires slowing down and avoiding sudden braking to prevent accidents. Checking tire pressure is crucial too, as maintaining the right pressure can reduce the risk of skidding. In short, safety comes first, and installing chains on the rear wheels is the way to go.
