Availability of Tire Chains Suitable for Use on 2010 Acura TSX  

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We can help you with tire chains for your 2010 TSX!

Your first step when considering tire chains on any vehicle is a check of the owner's manual for any guidance or restrictions regarding their use. Many passenger cars are limited to using special low-profile S-Class chains that do not require too much wheel well clearance, which you note is the case on your TSX. Before purchasing any tire chain check your vehicle's manual carefully and if in doubt speak to your local dealership. The auto maker always gets the final word on using chains.

Tire chains come in a variety of types and with varying features. Some are for on-road use only while others can be used on- and off-road. Some use a cable, like the Glacier # PW1034, while others use actual chains for traction, such as the Konig Self-Tensioning Low Profile Snow Tire Chains # TH00023100 that you referenced. Some chains even include protection from scratches to your rims.

Most importantly, tire chains can also differ substantially in how easy they are to install. Having recently completed here at etrailer a training course on tire chains I can tell you first hand that some chains are MUCH easier than others to get on and off the tires.

The point is that if you do really need chains the ones that are sufficiently easy to put on will actually get used and those will actually help you. Chains that sit in your vehicle because they were a pain to put on that first time will do you no good at all. So, if you really expect to use them, consider spending more to get features like automatic tensioning. I have linked two articles on tire chains that will give you lots of background on the types and included features available.

There are two stock tire sizes for your 2010 TSX, 225/50-17 and 235/45-18. The Thule CS10 chains you referenced, part # TH00204102, will fit the larger 18-inch size but not the 17-inch tires. These Thule chains are an excellent S-Class chain for on-road use.

You can use the link provided to select your tire size and see the available chains that are suitable.
Filters on the page will allow you to narrow the results based on your preferences after you review the two articles.

The priority for using chains is to place the first set on the drive wheels. This will provide better traction, of course. If your vehicle manual indicates you can use chains on both front and rear tires then using them on all four tires will provide both the traction improvement and improved braking and steering performance. If you can use chains on all tires I suggest doing so for the extra stability and safety.

Also note that all tire chains require reduced driving speed. No tire chain allows normal-speed highway driving. Typical speed ratings for tire chains are 30 - 35 mph.

expert reply by: Adam R

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