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Vehicle maximum load on
the tireThe load on an individual tire that is determined by
distributing to each axle its share of the maximum
loaded vehicle weight, and dividing by two
Vehicle normal load on
the tire
The load on an individual tire that is determined by
distributing to each axle its share of curb weight,
accessory weight, and normal occupant weight (dis-
tributed in accordance with Table 1
* below), and
dividing by two
Weather sideThe surface area of the rim not covered by the
inflated tire
Bead
The part of the tire that is made of steel wires,
wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is
shaped to fit the rim
Bead separationA breakdown of the bond between components in
the bead
Bias ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to
the beads are laid at alternate angles substantially
less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread
CarcassThe tire structure, except tread and sidewall rubber
which, when inflated, bears the load
ChunkingThe breaking away of pieces of the tread or sidewall
CordThe strands forming the plies in the tire
Cord separationThe parting of cords from adjacent rubber com-
pounds
CrackingAny parting within the tread, sidewall, or innerliner of
the tire extending to cord material
Tire related termMeaning
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CT
A pneumatic tire with an inverted flange tire and rim
system in which the rim is designed with rim flanges
pointed radially inward and the tire is designed to fit
on the underside of the rim in a manner that encloses
the rim flanges inside the air cavity of the tire
Extra load tire
A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at
higher inflation pressures than the corresponding
standard tire
GrooveThe space between two adjacent tread ribs
InnerlinerThe layer(s) forming the inside surface of a tubeless
tire that contains the inflating medium within the tire
Innerliner separationThe parting of the innerliner from cord material in the
carcass
Intended outboard side-
wall
(a) The sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering, or bears manufacturer, brand,
and/or model name molding that is higher or
deeper than the same molding on the other side-
wall of the tire, or
(b) The outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical
tire that has a particular side that must always
face outward when mounted on a vehicle
Light truck (LT) tire
A tire designated by its manufacturer as primarily
intended for use on lightweight trucks or multipur-
pose passenger vehicles
Load ratingThe maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a
given inflation pressure
Maximum load ratingThe load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible
inflation pressure for that tire
Maximum permissible
inflation pressureThe maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire
may be inflated
Tire related termMeaning
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Measuring rimThe rim on which a tire is fitted for physical dimension
requirements
Open spliceAny parting at any junction of tread, sidewall, or
innerliner that extends to cord material
Outer diameterThe overall diameter of an inflated new tire
Overall width
The linear distance between the exteriors of the side-
walls of an inflated tire, including elevations due to
labeling, decorations, or protective bands or ribs
Passenger car tire
A tire intended for use on passenger cars, multipur-
pose passenger vehicles, and trucks, that have a
gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000 lb. or
less.
PlyA layer of rubber-coated parallel cords
Ply separationA parting of rubber compound between adjacent
plies
Pneumatic tire
A mechanical device made of rubber, chemicals, fab-
ric and steel or other materials, that, when mounted
on an automotive wheel, provides the traction and
contains the gas or fluid that sustains the load
Radial ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to
the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread
Reinforced tire
A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at
higher inflation pressures than the corresponding
standard tire
Section width
The linear distance between the exteriors of the side-
walls of an inflated tire, excluding elevations due to
labeling, decoration, or protective bands
SidewallThat portion of a tire between the tread and bead
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6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Engine oil maintenance
data (USA only)After changing engine oilP. 3 7 5
Tire pressure warning
systemWhen changing the tire inflation pres-
sure by changing traveling speed or
load weight, etc.
P. 3 8 8
After reconnecting or performing maintenance on the battery, the follow-
ing items must be initialized for normal system operation.
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Cooling systemEngine overheating ......................... 480
Cornering assist sensors .................... 165
Cruise control Cruise control .......................................152
Dynamic radar crui se control ...... 155
Cup holders ............................................. 315
Curtain shield airbags............................85
Customizable features ..........................511
Daytime running light system ........... 146
Defogger Rear window........................................ 207
Side mirror ............................................ 207
Dimension ................................................486
Dinghy towing ......................................... 197
Display Dynamic radar crui se control ...... 155
Trip information ......................................141
Warning message............................. 449
Do-it-yourself maintenance .............366
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights........................ 308
Wattage.................................................. 495
Doors Door glasses ........................................... 68
Door lock.................................. 26, 38, 41
Side mirrors ............................................. 66
Driver's seat belt reminder light ...... 441
Driving Break-in tips ............................................. 117
Correct posture .................................... 83
Procedures .............................................. 116
Winter driving tips.............................. 184
Driving position memory ......................50 Electronic key
If the electronic key does not
operate properly.............................475
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not operate properly.............................475
If the engine will not start ................. 471
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P....................................473
If the vehicle has discharged
battery .................................................. 477
If the warning buzzer sounds...... 439
If the warning light turns on.......... 439
If the warning message is
displayed ............................................ 449
If you have a flat tire .......................... 461
If you lose your keys ......................... 474
If you think something is
wrong .................................................. 435
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 483
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................................................429
If your vehicle overheats................480
Emergency flashers
Switch...................................................... 428
Engine
Compartment ......................................373
Engine switch ........................................ 124
Hood ....................................................... 370
How to start the engine ................... 124
Identification number ...................... 487
If the engine will not start ................. 471
Ignition switch ....................................... 124
Overheating ........................................480
Engine compartment cover ............. 374
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Shift leverAutomatic transmission.................... 128
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ....................................473
Shift lever lighting................................. 308
Shift lock system ....................................473
Side airbags ............................................... 85
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ......................... 417
Switch ........................................................ 145
Wattage ................................................. 495
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding ......................... 66
Mirror position memory ................... 50
Smart access system with push-button start
Entry function ..........................................26
Starting the engine.............................. 124
“SOS” button ......................................... 346
Spare tire Inflation pressure ............................... 396
Storage location................................... 461
Spark plug ................................................. 491
Specifications......................................... 486
Speedometer........................................... 134
Steering wheel Audio switches ................................... 253
Power adjustment .................................64
Steering wheel position memory ................................................. 50
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ......................... 417
Wattage ................................................. 495
Storage feature ........................................ 311 Stuck
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 483
Sun visors .................................................. 318
Sunshade Rear...........................................................329
Roof.............................................................. 73
Switch Emergency flasher switch .............428
Engine switch .........................................124
Fog light switch .................................... 148
Hazard light switch ...........................428
Ignition switch ........................................124
Light switches ....................................... 145
Power door lock switch ......................41
Power window switch ........................68
Window lock switch............................68
Wipers and washer switch ............ 149
Tachometer.............................................. 134
Tail lights Replacing light bulbs .......................... 417
Switch........................................................ 145
Wattage ................................................. 495
Talk switch ............................................... 279
Telephone switch.................................. 279
Theft deterrent system
Alarm.......................................................... 80
Engine immobilizer system.............. 78
Theft prevention labels ..........................82
Tire inflation pressure .........................396
Tire information Glossary ................................................ 504
Size............................................................. 501
Tire identification number............... 501
Uniform tire quality grading ........ 502
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TiresChains ...................................................... 186
Checking ............................................... 387
If you have a flat tire............................461
Inflation pressure................................ 396
Inflation pressure sensor............... 388
Information............................................ 499
Replacing.................................................461
Rotating tires ........................................ 387
Size ........................................................... 493
Snow tires ............................................... 188
Spare tire..................................................461
Tools ............................................................ 461
Total load capacity ................................ 183
Towing Dinghy towing ....................................... 197
Emergency towing ........................... 429
Trailer towing........................................ 190
TRAC............................................................ 171
Traction control ........................................ 171
Trip meter ................................................. 134
Trunk Extending a space............................... 331
Opener ...................................................... 45
Trunk light Trunk light................................................. 46
Wattage.................................................. 495
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs.......................... 417
Switch ..........................................................131
Wattage.................................................. 495 Vanity lights
Vanity lights............................................ 319
Wattage ................................................. 495
Vanity mirrors ..........................................319
Vehicle identification number ......... 487
Vehicle stability control ........................ 171
Ventilators ............................................... 326
Voice command switch ..................... 279
VSC .............................................................. 171
Warning buzzers Brake system....................................... 439
Downshifting.......................................... 130
Open door ............................................ 441
Seat belt reminder .............................. 441
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system .................. 440
Brake assist system .......................... 440
Brake system....................................... 439
Charging system ............................... 440
Low fuel level......................................... 441
Low tire pressure warning light.......................................................... 441
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 440
Master warning light.......................... 441
Open door ............................................. 441
Pre-collision system......................... 440
Pretensioners ...................................... 440
Rear light failure warning light ...... 441
Seat belt reminder light .................... 441
SRS airbags.......................................... 440V
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 4 6 1If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 4 7 1If the engine will not start
P. 7 8Engine immobilizer system
P. 4 7 5If the electronic key does not operate
properly
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 4 7 3If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 4 8 0If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 4 74If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 4 7 7If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 4 1Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 8 0Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 4 8 3If the vehicle becomes stuck