Snow Tire Chains For 2015 Mazda 3

Updated 10/25/2022 | Published 10/24/2022

Question:

I want to boost the height of my 2015 Mazda 3 about 1” for improved snow clearance in winter. -would coil spring helpers on front and back accomplish that? -do you have a size that would fit my car springs? -will installation require a wheel alignment? Thanks

asked by: Wayne

Expert Reply:

Coil spring helpers don't add to the height of your vehicle, because they just go inside the spring, supporting it when you have a load in the vehicle. So springs won't raise your 2015 Mazda 3, nor are they any that fit your vehicle. The best I can offer for better ride in snow are snow tire chains:

- pewag Servo RS Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains # PWRS74

I checked the owner's manual for a 2015 Mazda 3 and it said snow tire chains are permissible, on the front tires only. The pewag # PWRS74 are Class S compatible so they are low-profile with just a 3.2mm thickness. They also have square links that provide the best overall grip in both snow and ice, and their diagonal pattern offers the most complete tire coverage.

expert reply by: Kyle S