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WHEN TO USE SNOW TIRES OR
CHAINS
Snow tires or chains are recommended
when driving on snow or ice.
On wet or dry roads, conventional tires
provide better traction than snow tires.
SNOW TIRE SELECTION
If you need snow tires, select the same
size, construction and load capacity as
the original tires on your Toyota.
Do not use tires other than those men-
tioned above. Do not install studded tires
without first checking local regulations for
possible restrictions.
SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION
Snow tires should be installed on all
wheels.
Installing snow tires on the rear wheels
only can lead to an excessive difference
in road grip capability between the front
and rear tires which could cause loss of
vehicle control.
When storing removed tires, you should
store them in a cool dry place.
Mark the direction of rotation and be sure
to install them in the same direction when
replacing.CAUTION
Do not drive with the snow tires
incorrectly inflated.
Never drive over 120 km/h (75 mph)
with any type of snow tires.
TIRE CHAIN SELECTION
Use the tire chains of correct size.
Regulations regarding the use of tire
chains vary according to location or
type of road, so always check them
before installing chains.
CHAIN INSTALLATION
Install the chains on the rear tires as
tightly as possible. Do not use tire
chains on the front tires. Retighten
chains after driving 0.51.0 km
(1/41/2 mile).
When installing chains on your tires, care-
fully follow the instructions of the chain
manufacturer.
If wheel covers are used, they will be
scratched by the chain band, so remove
the covers before putting on the chains.
CAUTION
Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or
the chain manufacturer’s recom-
mended speed limit, whichever is
lower.
Drive carefully avoiding bumps,
holes, and sharp turns, which may
cause the vehicle to bounce.
Avoid sharp turns or locked−wheel
braking, as use of chains may ad-
versely affect vehicle handling.
When driving with chains installed,
be sure to drive carefully. Slow
down before entering the curves to
avoid losing control of the vehicle.
Otherwise an accident may occur.
NOTICE
Two−wheel drive model with
P235/55R16 size tire:
Due to a lack of wheel clearance, do
not use tire chains as they can dam-
age your vehicle.
Installing snow tires and
chains
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Replacing wheels
WHEN TO REPLACE YOUR WHEELS
If you have wheel damage such as
bending, cracks or heavy corrosion, the
wheel should be replaced.
If you fail to replace damaged wheels, the
tire may slip off the wheel or cause loss
of handling control.
WHEEL SELECTION
When replacing wheels, care should be
taken to ensure that the wheels are re-
placed by ones with the same load ca-
pacity, diameter, rim width, and offset.
Correct replacement wheels are available
at your Toyota dealer.
A wheel of a different size or type may
adversely affect handling, wheel and bear-
ing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odom-
eter calibration, stopping ability, headlight
aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clear-
ance, and tire or snow chain clearance to
the body and chassis. Replacement with used wheels is not rec-
ommended as they may have been sub-
jected to rough treatment or high mileage
and could fail without warning. Also, bent
wheels which have been straightened may
have structural damage and therefore
should not be used. Never use an inner
tube in a leaking wheel which is designed
for a tubeless tire.
Aluminum wheel precautions
When installing aluminum w
heels,
check that the wheel nuts are tight
after driving your vehicle the first 1600
km (1000 miles).
If you have rotated, repaired, or
changed your tires, check that the
wheel nuts are still tight after driving
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 aluminum
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 immediately.
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TiresFuses
Engine compartment (without daytime run-
ning light system)
Fuses (type A)
1. HEAD (RH) 10 A: Right−hand headlight
2. HEAD (LH) 10 A: Left−hand headlight
3. DRL 7.5 A: Daytime running light
system
4. HEAD (HI RH) 10 A: Right−hand head-
light (high beam), high beam indicator
light
5. HEAD (HI LH) 10 A: Left−hand head-
light (high beam)
6. HEAD (LO RH) 10 A: Right−hand
headlight (low beam)
Tire size Tire pressure
kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi) Wheel size
Front Rear
P205/75R15 200(2.0,29) 200(2.0,29)
P225/75R15 180(1.8,26) 200(2.0,29) 166.5JJ
P235/55R16 200(2.0,29) 220(2.2,32) 15
7J
15 7JJ
P265/70R16 180(1.8,26) 180(1.8,26)
200(2.0,29)
∗16 7J
16 7JJ
15
6J
15 6JJ
Wheel nut torque, N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf): 110(11.5,83)
NOTE: For a complete information on tires (e.g. replacing tires or replacing wheels), see Checking tire pressure" through Aluminum wheel precautions" in Sec-
tion 7−2.
∗: Xtra−cab models with off road package
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2001 TACOMA (OM35766U)
Publication No. OM35766U
Part No. 01999-35766
Printed in Japan 01−0009−00
(U)
Quick index
If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 116 . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle will not start 218 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . .
If your engine stalls while driving 221 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle overheats 221 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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If you have a flat tire 222 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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If your vehicle needs to be towed 232 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips for driving during break−in period 189 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to start the engine 204 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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General maintenance 247 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Complete index NO TAG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Gas station information
Fuel type:
UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91)
or higher
See page 189 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity: Two−wheel drive models except Pre Runner
60 L (16.0 gal., 13.3 lmp. gal.)
Four−wheel drive models and Pre Runner 70 L (18.5 gal., 15.4 lmp. gal.)
Engine oil:
API grade SJ, Energy−Conserving or ILSAC multigrade engine oil
is recommended.
See page 260 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 264 through 268.
Tire pressure: See page 287.
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