2016 Subaru Forester Snow Chains, AWD 225/55/18

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i am looking for snow chains for my 2016 subaru forester. i know there are certain restrictions for this vehicle with clearance issues. Does the THULE KONIG CS-10 080 Snow chains or THULE KONIG CB-12 104 Snow chains work for my vehicle?

asked by: Bryan O

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The Thule Konig Standard Tire Chains, part # TH01221104 are a confirmed fit for your 2016 Subaru Forrester with 225/55R18 and 255/60-17 tires.

expert reply by: Jacob W

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Answer 1

I checked with Thule and the CG9 Thule Chains Size 103 part #TH00023103 that you referenced have been confirmed as a fit for your 2011 Subaru Forester with 225/55R17 size tires. You will need to check the owners manual of your vehicle to check for…

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Answer 2

The Thule Self-Tensioning snow tires you mentioned, part #TH04115075 are a fit for your 185/55-16 tires. Usually, smaller front wheel drive vehicles like your Fit specify that tire chains should be installed on the front wheels only and should be a…

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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 4

Both the Thule snow chains #TH2004205104 and #TH01221104 are Class S compatible so they will work in that regard. The S rating means they have a very low amount of clearance required to clear you steering and suspension components on your vehicle. I…

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Hey Andy, yes the Konig tire chains part #TH01221104 that you referenced are a fit for your tire size of 265/30/R20 but they are not your best choice since you have limited clearance. Instead what you would want is the K-Summit chains part…

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Hey Roger, a set of chains on all 4 of your tires like the Konig part #TH01571255 is going to give you the best traction for your Sprinter. I really like these Konigs because of how well they improve traction, how easy they are to install, and how…

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Hello William, thanks for reaching out. We do have an excellent S type chain option for the 225/55R18 tires on your 2018 Crosstrek. I recommend the following: - Konig Tire Chains, diamond pattern, square link, assisted tensioning — part #TH01221104…

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Answer 8

Hey Mike, congrats on the new SUV. For cable style chains that fit 225/55 R18 tires you can use the Glacier Cable Tire Chains item #PW1042. The best tire chains for your 2025 Subaru Forester are going to be the Titan Chain Snow Tire Chains item…

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Answer 9

Hello again William! I definitely recommend the Konig drape-over chains for this as well. Same as with the Subaru - they are the best quality and the easiest to put on. That is especially nice if you find yourself installing them on the side of the…

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Answer 10

Hey Paul, Unfortunately we do not carry the Konig XD-16 tire chains for that size tire that you mentioned. We do however carry a set from pewag for those 37x12.5R18 tires #PWE3235S. This is a ladder pattern square link set of tire chains that are…

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Answer 11

I did some research on your 2019 Subaru Crosstrek with standard 225/60-17 tires, and I discovered that the owner's manual suggests class-S tire chains installed on the front tires only. It is important to go by the manufacturer's guidelines…

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