Cable Tire Chain Fit for 225/60-17 Size Tires on 2012 Subaru Outback

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Looking for a low profile spring chains for 2012 Subaru Outback tire size 225/60 R17. Must carry chains in CA mountains on the all wheel drive with mud and snow tires. What would you suggest?

asked by: Linda P

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The only spring roller cable chains that we offer for your 225/60-17 size tires are the Glacier Cable Snow Tire Chains # PW1038. These chains are Class S compatible, meaning they will require minimal clearance, 15 mm, between the tire sidewall and vehicle.

Using rubber adjusters will help keep the tire cable secure on your vehicle's tire. For your 17 inch rims, you will want the Glacier Multi-Arm Rubber Adjusters for 15 Inch to 18 Inch Rims # PW105.

I recommend checking the owner's manual of your 2012 Subaru Outback for any guidelines that should be followed when using chains. I found that the owner's manual says not to use chains on the 2012 Outback.

If you decide to use chains or cables, we strongly recommend test fitting the chains before using them to ensure no components of the vehicle come in contact with the chains. I have attached a video of a test fit we performed on a 2012 Outback for you.

expert reply by: Victoria B

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Answer 1

According to the owner's manual for your 2018 Subaru Outback Wagon, tire chains cannot be used on this vehicle due to limited clearance between the tires and vehicle body. However, I do still have options for you. For your 225/65-17 tires, I…

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 6

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #13390 is a fit for a 2013 Subaru Outback Wagon. If you're looking for replacement hardware we do offer this as the Replacement Hardware Kit for Trailer Hitches part #RHK. This comes with everything the hitch…

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For your 2018 Subaru Outback wagon I recommend the Titan Chain #TC1555 with square links in a diamond pattern because they will give you superior traction in snow as well as ice. These are Class S tire chains so they do work with vehicles that have…

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Answer 8

Some newer cars, vans and small trucks, especially those with large, aftermarket tires, may require the use of Class S chains. Class S tire chains are designed for use on vehicles with restricted wheel well clearance. I have attached a photo that…

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Answer 9

We have similar tire cables to the Titan set you referenced that do fit your tire size of 225/60R18 like with the #PW1046 from Glacier but the #TC343DC would not fit. If you wanted my recommendation though I would go with the Konig Easy Fit chains…

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Answer 10

That's a really good question, and your assumption about chains being better than cables is right on for your 2019 Subaru Outback with 225/60-18 tires. Cables are really just for emergency use, and realistically only able to be used once or…

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Answer 11

Snow chains are heavier and can sometimes be difficult to install, their primary advantage over cables is their durability followed by an advantage in deeper snow and ice. An example of this being the Konig Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains - XG12 Pro…

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Answer 12

It looks like the SCC RADIAL CHAIN TC2111MM doesn't have a Class S rating so any of the Konig chains would have enough clearance on your 2021 Honda CR-V because they all have that low-clearance Class S rating. For your 235/55-19 size tires we…

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Cable Tire Chain Fit for 225/60-17 Size Tires on 2012 Subaru Outback

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