Which Snow Chains for a 2010 Mazda 3

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Will the Thule CS10 Tire Chains fit a 2010 Mazda 3 ? What would I order? Will I be able to put them on by myself?

asked by: Anne

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Your Mazda 3, if equipped with the factory wheels and tires, you can use either the Thule CB12 Size 090 chains, part # TH01221090 or the Thule K-Summit Chains part # TH02230K23.

The K-Summit Chains are the easiest and quickest chains to install. The CS10 chains are self-tensioning so unlike basic sets, these chains will tighten themselves. They take more time to install, but they are less expensive when compared to the K-Summit chains.

expert reply by: Patrick B

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Answer 1

Actual tire chains are better than cables. Chains offer better traction and longer life. They also seem to be more corrosion resistant. Some chains are easier to put on that others. The same goes with cables but the cables are lighter. Cables are…

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Answer 2

I can certainly point you in the right direction. It is always a good move to go with exactly what your owners manual specifies. For that reason I recommend going with the Konig Tire Chains #TH01571265 for the 255/50R20 tires on your 2023 Honda…

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If your 2017 Mazda CX-5 is equipped with 225/55-19 size tires then the Konig Standard Snow Tire Chains #TH01571247 that you referenced will fit and work perfectly. I checked the online version of the owner's manual for your Mazda CX-5 and the…

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For vehicles like your 2022 Honda Accord that have a no-chain policy in the owners manual the best solution is a set of K-Summit chains like the part #TH02230K34 as they are only option that do not drape over the inside of the tire sidewall. This…

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Answer 5

The Thule Tire Chain part #TH01571247 is a confirmed fit for the size you listed 225/55-19 so it would work well with basically all tire styles. A snow tire would give you the best traction in the snow with or without the chains though so that would…

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Answer 6

I have a great option for you but the tire chains that use cables, like item #TC343DC, are only good for a one time use. They are pretty cheap and are a way to check the box and say you have tire chains when the law requires it. For a set of chains…

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Answer 7

Thanks so much for your kind words! The reason why manufacturers typically say that you should not use tire chains is to "wash their hands" of any liability just in case damage occurs to components inside the wheel well of your vehicle.…

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If you are looking for cost-effective chains that are easy to install on your 245/60-18 size tires then the Titan Chain Alloy Snow Tire Chains #TC2317 are the way to go. These features square links in a diamond pattern to give your 2018 Toyota…

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Answer 9

When using a single set of tire chains on a vehicle that is 4 wheel drive or all wheel drive you want to install the chains on the primary drive axle. Typically this will be listed in the owner's manual. But for a 4WD drive vehicle the axle to…

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