Recommended Tire Chain Solution for 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid

Question:

I have a Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Touring L with 235 x 65 x 17 tires and would like to get chains. I am concerned they wont damage the car as it has regenerative brakes. What would you recommend?

asked by: Randall W

Expert Reply:

According to your owner's manual, FCA states that any chains used with your tire size cannot protrude more than 9mm to the inside of the tire. Extending any further than that could cause damage.

I have two alternatives that would meet that parameter. The first would be the Titan Snow Sock, part # TCH72. The stretchable fabric makes them easy to install and the fabric sticks pretty well to snow and ice providing friction. The fabric will not damage your vehicle. This being said though, it won't perform quite as well as an actual chain.

The second option is certainly not inexpensive, but are also pretty easy to install and would work very well. The Konig K-Summit, part # TH02230K66 attaches via the lug nuts, so they won't scuff up your tire sidewalls. The chain system self tightens and centers, just attach and drive off. Because of the unique way they attach, they don't need any clearance whatsoever to the inside of the tire. This chain set is covered by an almost unheard of 5 year warranty, so it should last a long time for you.

Although the Titan # TC2319 chains you looked at are a great set of chains, they extend 12 mm to the inside of the tires so they wouldn't be recommended for your Pacifica Hybrid.

expert reply by: Mike L