Can Snow Chains Be Installed on Front and Back Tires of AWD 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe

Published 11/02/2022

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Titan Chain Cable Tire Chain - Ladder Pattern - Roller Links - Manual Tensioning - 1 Pair

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Question:

I have a set of titan cable chains p/n TC2019 I used on a 2014 Hyundai Sante fe FWD. I now have a 2020 Hyundai Sante fe AWD with the same size tire P235/55-19. I want another set to use on the rear wheels. Are the TC2019 ok for the 2020 sante fe?

asked by: Robert E

Expert Reply:

The Titan Chain Cable Snow Tire Chains # TC2019 will fit 235/55-19 tires and according to the online manual for your 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe it's okay to install chains on the front and rear tires on AWD models (only front tires for 2WD models).

Please note that cable chains don't provide much traction and are basically only good for staying legal where chains are required. If you're wanting chains to actually help with traction then I recommend tossing the cable chains and upgrading to the Titan Chain Alloy Snow Tire Chains # TC2317 for all 4 tires. This uses square links in a diamond pattern which gives you somewhat consistent ride quality but more importantly the square links will actually dig in and break ice so you get better traction.

Attached is an installation video of this chain kit being installed on a 2017 Santa Fe for you to check out!

expert reply by: Jon G