1998 TOYOTA 4RUNNER weight

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Keep the bottom of your vehicle
free from mud, etc. This not only
lessens weight but also helps pre-
vent corrosion.
Keep your vehicle tuned- up and
in top shape. A dirty air cleaner,
improper valve clearance, dirty
plugs, dirty oil and grease, brakes
not adjusted, etc. all lower engine
performance and contribute to poor
fuel economy. For longer life of all
parts and lower operating costs,
keep all maintenance work on
schedule, and if you often drive
under severe conditions, see that
your vehicle receives more frequent
maintenance (For scheduled main-
tenance information, please refer to
the separate ºOwner 's Manual Sup-
plement/Maintenance Scheduleº).
CAUTION
Never turn off the engine to coast
down hills. Your power steering
and brake booster will not func-
tion without the engine running.
Also, the emission control system
operates properly only when the
engine is running.

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Checking tire pressure
Keep your tire pressures at the
proper level.
The recommended cold tire pressures,
tire size and the cargo weight rating
are given in Part 8.
You should check the tire pressures
every two weeks, or at least once a
month. And do not forget the spare!
Incorrect tire pressure can reduce
tire life and make your vehicle less
safe to drive.
Low tire pressure results in excessive
wear, poor handling, reduced fuel
economy, and the possib ility of blow-
outs from overheated tires. Also, low
tire pressure can cause poor sealing
of the tire bead. If the tire pressure
is excessively low, there is the possi-
bility of w heel deformation and/or tire
separation.
High tire pressure produces a harsh
ride, handling problems, excessive
wear at the center of the tire tread,
and a greater possibility of tire dam-
age from road hazards.
If a tire frequently needs ref illing,
have it checked by your Toyota deal-
er. The following instructions for
checking tire pressure should be
observed:
The pressure should be checked
only when the tires are cold. If
your vehicle has been packed for
at least 3 hours and has not been
driven for more than 1.5 km or 1
mile since, you will get an accurate
cold tire pressure reading.
Always use a tire pressuregauge. The appearance of a tire
can be misleading. Besides, tire
pressures that are even just a few
pounds off can degrade handling
and ride.
Do not bleed or reduce tire pres-
sure after driving. It is normal for
the tire pressure to be higher after
driving.
Never exceed the vehicle capac-
ity weight. The passenger and lug-
gage weight should be located so
that the vehicle is balanced.
Be sure to reinstall the tire infla-
tion valve caps. Without the valve
caps, dirt or moisture could get
into the valve core and cause air
leakage. If the caps have been
lost, have new ones put on as
soon as possible. Checking and replacing tires

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Replacement with used wheels is not
recommended as they may have been
subjected to rough treatment or high
mileage and could fail without warning.
Also, bent wheels which have been
straightened may have structural dam-
age and therefore should not be used.
Never use an inner tube in a leaking
wheel which is designed for a tube-
less tire. Aluminum wheel precautions
After driving your vehicle the first
1600 km (1000 miles), check that
the wheel nuts are tight.
If you have rotated, repaired or
changed your tires, check that the
wheel nuts are still tight after driv-
ing 1600 km (1000 miles).
When using tire chains, be careful
not to damage the aluminum
wheels.
Use only the Toyota wheel nuts
and wrench designed for your alu-
minum wheels.
When balancing your wheels, use
only Toyota balance weights or
equivalent and a plastic or rubber
hammer.
As with any wheel, periodically
check your aluminum wheels for
damage. If damaged, replace im-
mediately.

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Part 8
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions and weight
Engine
Fuel
Service specifications
Ti r es
Fuses
Dimensions and weight