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This applies also to the spare tire and
tires stored for future use.
REPLACING YOUR TIRES
When replacing a tire, use a tire of
the same size and construction,
and the same or greater maximum
load as the originally installed
tires. Also, all the tires must be the
same brand and have the same
tread patterns.
Using any other size or type of tire
may seriously affect handling, ride,
speedometer/odometer calibration,
ground clearance, and clearance be-
tween the body and tires or snow
chains.Check that the maximum load of the
replaced tire is greater than 1/2 of the
Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR)
of either the front axle or the rear
axle, whichever is greater. As for the
maximum load of the tire, see the load
limit at maximum cold tire inflation
pressure mentioned on the sidewall
of the tire, and as for the Gross Axle
Weight Ratings (GAWR), see the Cer-
tification Label. For details about the
sidewall of the tire and the Certifica-
tion Label, see pages 141 and 139.CAUTION
Observe the following instruc-
tions. Otherwise, an accident
may occur resulting in death or
serious injuries.
Do not mix radial, bias belted,
or bias ply tires on your ve-
hicle, as this may cause dan-
gerous handling characteris-
tics resulting in loss of control.
Do not use tires other than the
manufacturer’s recommended
size, as this may cause danger-
ous handling characteristics
resulting in loss of control.
Do not use tires of different
brands, sizes, construction or
tread patterns, as this may
cause dangerous handling
characteristics resulting in
loss of control.
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Tires
Tire size and cold tire inflation pressure:
Except spare tire
Ti r e siz eTi r e inf lat ion pr es s ur e
kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi)Wheel size
Front185/55R15 81V180 (1.8, 26)15 6JJ
Rear215/45R16 86W220 (2.2, 32)16 7JJ
Spare tire
Ti r e siz e
Ti r e inf lat ion pr es s ur e
kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi)Wheel size
185/55R15 81V180 (1.8, 26)15 6JJ
Wheel nut torque, N·m (kgf·m, ft·Ibf):
103 (10.5, 76)
NOTE: For a complete information on tires (e.g. replacing ti res or replacing wheels), see “Checking tire inflation pres-
sure” through “Aluminum wheel precautions”, page 213 through 221 in Section 7 −2.
2004 MR2 from Feb. ’04 Prod. (OM17518U)C
Publication No. OM17518U
Part No. 01999-17518
Printed in Japan 01−0402 −00
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Quick index
If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 77 . . . .
If your vehicle will not start 162 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your engine stalls while driving 166 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle overheats 166 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
If you have a flat tire 167 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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If your vehicle needs to be towed 177 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips for driving during break −in period 130 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to start the engine 154 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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General maintenance 193 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Complete index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gas station information
Fuel type:
UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or higher
See page 130 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity:
48 L (12.7 gal., 10.6 lmp. gal.)
Engine oil:
API grade SL “Energy −Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil
is recommended.
See page 208 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 213 through 221.
Tire inflation pressure: See page 244.
