2009 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER snow chains

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2-4. Using other
driving systems
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When driving
L/C200_U (OM60D97U)
CAUTION
Any of the following conditions may result in an accident which could cause
death or serious injury:
■The Multi Terrain ABS does no t operate effectively when
● The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded.
● The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on the wet or slick
road.
■ Stopping distance when the Multi Terrain ABS is operating on the wet
or slick roads
The Multi Terrain ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping dis-
tance. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you in the
following situations.
● When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
● When driving with tire chains
● When driving over bumps in the road
● When driving over roads with pothol es or roads with uneven roads
■ Active TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the Active TRAC is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
■ If the hill-start assist contro l does not operate effectively
The hill-start assist control may not operate effectively on steep inclines and
roads covered in ice.
■ When Active TRAC and VSC are off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road condi-
tions. As there are systems to ensure vehicle stability and driving force, do
not turn off Active TRAC and VSC unless necessary.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
L/C200_U (OM60D97U)
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.

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When driving
L/C200_U (OM60D97U)
Selection tire chains
Use the correct tire chain size when mounting the snow chains.
Chain size is regulated for each tire size.
Side chain
(0.20 in. [5 mm] in diameter)
Cross chain
(0.25 in. [6.3 mm] in diameter)
Regulations on the use of tire chains● Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to loca-
tion and type of road. Always check local regu lations before install-
ing chains.
● Retighten the chains after driving 1/4 - 1/2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km).
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■Tire chains
Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains.
● Install and remove tire chains in a safe location.
● Install tire chains on the rear tires.
● Install tire chains following the instructions provided in the accompanying
manual.

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L/C200_U (OM60D97U)
CAUTION
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or
serious injury.
● Use tires of the size specified for your vehicle.
● Maintain the recommended level of tire inflation pressure.
● Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of
snow tires being used.
● Snow tires should be installed on all wheels.
■ Driving with tire chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely,
and may cause death or serious injury.
● Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being
used, or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.
● Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
● Avoid sudden turns and braking, as use of chains may adversely affect
vehicle handling.
● Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle con-
trol is maintained.

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When driving
L/C200_U (OM60D97U)
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs of and obtain replac
ement snow tires from Toyota deal-
ers or legitimate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and atta chment of snow tires affects the
operation of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
■Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function cor-
rectly when tire chains are fitted.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
L/C200_U (OM60D97U)
■When a tire is replaced with a spare tire
The spare tire is also equipped with the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter. The tire pressure warning li
ght will turn on if the tire inflation
pressure of the spare tire is low. If a tire goes flat, even though the flat
tire is replaced with the spare tire, the tire pressure warning light does
not turn off. Replace the spare tire with the repaired tire and adjust the
proper tire inflation pressure. The ti re pressure warning light will turn off
after a few minutes.
■If the tire pressure warning system is inoperative
The tire pressure warning system will become inoperative in the follow-
ing conditions:
(When the condition be comes normal, the system will work properly.)
●If tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmit-
ters are used.
●If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is
not registered in the tire pressure warning computer.
●If the tire inflation pressure is more than 73 psi (500 kPa, 5.1 kgf/cm2
or bar).
The tire pressure warning system may become inoperative in the follow-
ing conditions:
(When the condition be comes normal, the system will work properly.)
●If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies
are nearby.
●If a radio set at similar frequencies is in use in the vehicle.
●If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
●If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the
wheels or wheel housings.
●If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used. (Even if you use Toyota
wheels, the tire pressu re warning system may not work properly with
some types of tires.)
●If tire chains are used.
●If the spare tire is in a location subject to poor radio wave signal
reception.
●If a large metallic object which can interfere with signal reception is
put in the luggage compartment.

550 Alphabetical index
L/C200_U (OM60D97U)
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 439
Storage feature.........................341
Storage precautions ................225
Stuck If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................504
Sun visors.................................351
Sunshade Roof......................................... 89
Switch ECT switch ............................ 157
Driving mode select switch....157
Engine switch ........................151
Fog light switch ..................... 177
Ignition switch........................151
Light switches........................ 174
Power door lock switch ...........43
Power window switch ..............85
Rear window wiper and
washer switch ..................... 185
Window lock switch ................. 85
Wipers and washer
switch .......................... 179, 182
Tachometer Tachometer ...........................164
Tail lights Switch.................................... 174
Talk switch
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Telephone switch*
Theft deterrent system Alarm .......................................97
Engine immobilizer system .....95
Theft prevention labels..............99
Tire inflation pressure ............. 414
Tie-down hooks........................364
Tire information Glossary ................................526
Size ....................................... 523 Tire identification number...... 522
Uniform tire quality grading ... 524
Tires
Chains ................................... 233
Checking ............................... 405
If you have a flat tire.............. 476
Inflation pressure .................. 414
Information ............................ 521
Pressure warning system...... 405
Replacing .............................. 476
Rotating tires ......................... 405
Size ....................................... 516
Snow tires ............................. 233
Spare tire .............................. 476
Tools ......................................... 476
Total load capacity .................. 232
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 250
Emergency towing ................ 453
Trailer towing ........................ 238
Toyota park assist system ...... 192
TRAC ......................................... 212
Traction control ....................... 212
Trailer towing ........................... 238
Trip information display .......... 170
Trip meter ................................. 164
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 439
Switch ................................... 161
Wattage................................. 517
Vanity lights Vanity lights........................... 352
Wattage................................. 517
Vanity mirrors .......................... 352
Vehicle identification number ................................... 509
Vehicle stability control .......... 212
VSC ........................................... 212
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