2001 TOYOTA TUNDRA tire pressure

fuel type change wheel oil type tow sat nav jump start

Page 259 of 297

TOYOTA TUNDRA 2001 Owners Manual
01 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0008)
2512001 TUNDRA (OM 34416U)
Incorrect tire pressure can reduce tire
life and make your vehicle less safe to
drive.
Low tire pressure results in excessive
wear, poor handling

'01 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0008)
2512001 TUNDRA (OM 34416U)
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 econo-
my, and the possibility of blowouts 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 possibility of w heel deforma-
tion 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 damage from road haz-
ards.
If a tire frequently needs ref illing, have it
checked by your Toyota dealer.
The following instructions for checking
tire pressure should be observed:
The pressure should be checked only
when the tires are cold. If your ve-
hicle has been parked 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 pressure gauge.
The appearance of a tire can be mis-
leading. Besides, tire pressures that
are even just a few pounds off can
degrade ride and handling.
Do not bleed or reduce tire pressure
after driving. It is normal for the tire
pressure to be higher after driving.
Never exceed the cargo weight rat-
ing. The luggage weight should be dis-
tributed evenly.
Be sure to reinstall the tire inflation
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
Tread wear indicator
CHECKING YOUR TIRES
Check the tire tread for the tread wear
indicators. If the indicators show, re-
place the tires.
The tires on your Toyota have built±in
tread wear indicators to help you know
when the tires need replacement. When
the tread depth wears to 1.6 mm (0.06
in.) or less, the indicators will appear. If
you can see the indicators in two or more
adjacent grooves, the tire should be re-
placed. The lower the tread, the higher
the risk of skidding.
The effectiveness of snow tires is lost
if the tread wears down below 4 mm
(0.16 in.).
ProCarManuals.com

Page 261 of 297

TOYOTA TUNDRA 2001 Owners Manual
01 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0008)
2532001 TUNDRA (OM 34416U)
To equalize the wear and help extend
tire life, Toyota recommends that you
rotate your tires according to the main-
tenance schedule. (For schedul

'01 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0008)
2532001 TUNDRA (OM 34416U)
To equalize the wear and help extend
tire life, Toyota recommends that you
rotate your tires according to the main-
tenance schedule. (For scheduled main-
tenance information, please refer to the
ªScheduled Maintenance Guideº or
ªOwner 's Manual Supplementº.). Howev-
er, the most appropriate timing for tire
rotation may vary according to your
driving habits and road surface condi-
tions.
See ªIf you have a flat tireº in Section 4
for tire change procedure.
When rotating tires, check for uneven
wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usu-
ally caused by incorrect tire pressure, im-
proper wheel alignment, out±of±balance
wheels, or severe braking. 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 w
heels
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 0.5Ð1.0 km
(1/4Ð1/2 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.
Installing snow tires and
chains
ProCarManuals.com

Page 284 of 297

TOYOTA TUNDRA 2001 Owners Manual
01 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0008)
2762001 TUNDRA (OM 34416U)
Tires
Tire size and pressure:
STANDARD CAB MODELS
Two±wheel drive models
Tire size
Tire pressure
kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi)Wheel sizeTire size
Fro

Page 285 of 297

TOYOTA TUNDRA 2001 Owners Manual
01 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0008)
2772001 TUNDRA (OM 34416U)
ACCESS CAB MODELS
Tire size
Tire pressure
kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi)Wheel sizeTire size
FrontRear
Wheel size
P245/70R16180 (1.8, 26)240 (2.4, 35)16

Page 295 of 297

TOYOTA TUNDRA 2001 Owners Manual
01 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0008)
2001 TUNDRA (OM 34416U)
Publication No. OM34416U
Part No. 01999-34416
Printed in Japan 01-0008-00
(U)
Quick index
If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on

Page: < prev 1-8 9-16

rims low oil pressure roof key fob remote control manual transmission