2002 TOYOTA CELICA tire pressure

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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.
Take special care when adding air to
the compact spare tire. The smaller
tire size can gain pressure very quick-
ly. Add compressed air in small quanti-
ties and check the pressure often until
it reaches the specified pressure.
Do not bleed or reduce tire pressure
after driving. It is normal for the tire
pressure to be higher after driving.
Never exceed the vehicle capacity
weight. The passenger and luggage
weight should be located so that the
vehicle is balanced.
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.
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 builtin
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.). Check the tires regularly for damage
such as cuts, splits and cracks. If any
damage is found, consult with a techni-
cian and have the tire repaired or re-
placed.
Even if the damage does not appear seri-
ous, a qualified technician should examine
the damage. Objects which have pene-
trated the tire may have caused internal
damage.
Any tires which are over 6 years old
must be checked by a qualified techni-
cian even if damage is not obvious.
Tires deteriorate with age even if they
have never or seldom been used.
This also applies to the spare tire and
tires stored for future use.
REPLACING YOUR TIRES
When replacing a tire, use only the
same size and construction as original-
ly installed and with the same or great-
er load capacity.
Using any other size or type of tire may
seriously affect handling, ride, speedome-
ter/odometer calibration, ground clearance,
and clearance between the body and tires
or snow chains.
Checking and replacing tires

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Without unidirectional tires
(with a spare tire of the same wheel type
as the installed tires)
Others
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
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or
“Owner ’s Manual Supplement”.) Howev-
er, the most appropriate timing for tire
rotation may vary according to your
driving habits and road surface condi-
tions.
See “If you have a flat tire” 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, outofbalance
wheels, or severe braking.
CAUTION
Do not include a compact spare tire
when rotating the tires. It is designed
for temporary use only.
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 front 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.
Installing snow tires and
chains

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Tire size and pressure:
Except spare tireModel
Tire size
Tire pressure
kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi)Wheel size
FrontRear
1ZZFE engine195/60R15 88H210 (2.1, 29)210 (2.1, 29)15 61/2JJ
P195/60R15 87H210 (2.1, 29)210 (2.1, 29)15 61/2JJ
2ZZGE engine
205/55R15 87V220 (2.2, 32)220 (2.2, 32)15 61/2JJ
P205/55R15 87V220 (2.2, 32)220 (2.2, 32)15 61/2JJ
205/50R16 87V220 (2.2, 32)220 (2.2, 32)16 61/2JJ
Spare tire
Tire sizeTire pressure kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi)Wheel size
U.S.AT125/70D16 96M420 (4.2, 60)16 4T
CanadaSame as original tire
Wheel nut torque, N·m (kgf·m, ft·Ibf):
103 (10.5, 76)
NOTE: For a complete information on tires (e.g. replacing tires or replacing wheels), see “Checking tire pressure” through “Alum inum
wheel precautions” in Section 72.
Tires

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Publication No. OM20792U
Part No. 01999-20792
Printed in Japan 01−0108 −00
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Quick index
 If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on cxi . . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle will not start ccxx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your engine stalls while driving ccxxv . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle overheats ccxxv
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 If you have a flat tire ccxxvii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your vehicle needs to be towed ccxli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 Tips for driving during break −in period clxxxii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Gas station information
Fuel type:
1ZZ −FE engine: UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or higher
2ZZ −GE engine: Premium UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 91
(Research Octane Number 96) or higher
See page clxxxii for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity:
55 L (14.5 gal., 12.1 lmp. gal.)
Engine oil:
API grade SJ “Energy −Conserving”, SL “Energy −Conserving” or ILSAC
multigrade engine oil is recommended.
See page cclxxviii for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages cclxxxiii through ccxc.
Tire pressure: See page cccxxii.
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