2008 TOYOTA 4RUNNER tires

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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 local reg-
ulations 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 curves to
avoid losing control of the vehicle.
Otherwise an accident may occur.
As you might have difficulty in
identifying a flat or deflated tire, a tire
pressure warning system is provided on
this vehicle.
When replacing the wheels, be sure to
install tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters on the wheels. Consult your
Toyota dealer about how to set up the tire
pressure warning valves and transmitters.
CAUTION
Have the tires, wheels or tire pres-
sure warning valves and transmit-
ters replaced and ID codes regis-
tered by Toyota dealer. If you need
tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters, purchase from Toyota
dealer.
The tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter nuts should always be
tightened to a torque of 4 N·m (0.4
kg·fm, 2.9 ft·lbf).
The use of non−genuine wheels may
result in the tire pressure warning
system failure or air−leak.
Replacing wheels

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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 a damaged wheel,
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.
CAUTION
Observe the following instructions.
Otherwise, an accident may occur re-
sulting in death or serious injuries.
Do not use wheels other than the
manufacturer ’s recommended size,
as this may cause dangerous han-
dling characteristics resulting in
loss of control.
Four−wheel drive models:
Do not use wheels of different
brands, sizes and types, as this
may cause dangerous handling
characteristics resulting in loss of
control.
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 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.
Aluminum wheel precautions

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SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions and weights462
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Engine 463
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Fuel 463
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Service specifications 463
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Tires 467
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Fuses 468
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SECTION 8

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Tire size, cold tire inflation pressure and wheel size:
Ti r e siz e
Cold tire inflation pressure kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi)Wheel size
FrontRearSpare
P265/70R16 111S220(2.2,32)220(2.2,32)220(2.2,32)16 7J∗
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16 7JJ∗
2
P265/65R17 110S220(2.2,32)220(2.2,32)220(2.2,32)17 71/2JJ
P265/60R18 109H220(2.2,32)220(2.2,32)220(2.2,32)1871/2J
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1: Vehicles with steel wheels∗2: Vehicles with aluminum wheels
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", pages 441 through 448 in Section 7−2.
Wheel nut torque, N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf): 110(11.5,83)
Tires

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SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags 81 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS warning light 149 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting
Cold weather 370 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 370 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump starting 391 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering
Adjusting steering wheel 120 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tilt steering wheel 120
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Steering column
Column lock 162
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Steering switches, Audio remote control 238
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Sun visors 125
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Suspension and chassis 351
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Switch
Back window defogger 142
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Back window wiper and washer 141 . . . . . .
Emergency flasher 135
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Headlight, dimmer and turn signal 130,132
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Ignition 162
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Outside rear view mirror defogger 142
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Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off 95
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Windshield wiper and washer 141 . . . . . . . .
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Tachometer 147
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Telescopic steering column 120
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Theft deterrent system 35
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Theft prevention labels 351
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Tie−down hooks 331
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Tilt steering wheel 120
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Tire pressure warning system 197
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Tires
Changing 395
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Checking and replacing 443
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Flat tire 395
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Glossary 357
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Inflation pressure 441,467
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Replacing wheels 447
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Rotating tires 445
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Size 354,467
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Snow tires and chains 446
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Spare 396
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Symbols 352
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Tire Identification Number (TIN) 353
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Tissue box holder 325
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Tools 396
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To w i n g
Capacity 364
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Dinghy towing 376
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Emergency towing 408
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Emergency towing eyelet precautions 409
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If your vehicle needs to be towed 405
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Tips for towing a stuck vehicle 410 . . . . . . .
Trailer 377
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Traction control system 175
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Trailer towing 377
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Trash holder 326
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Trip meter 148
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Turn signals 130,132
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368
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Uniform tire quality grading 355
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VSC OFF" warning light 149
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Vanity mirrors 127
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Vehicle identification number 349
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Vehicle stability control system 183 . . . . . . . .
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Warning buzzer 149
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Warning light 149
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Washer fluid
Adding washer fluid 453
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Washing and waxing 415
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Wheels
Aluminum wheel 448
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Replacing wheels 447
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Window
Power back window 30
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Windshield wiper and
washer switch 141
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Winter driving tips 375
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Wireless remote control 15,411
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