2011 TOYOTA AVALON snow chains

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CAUTION
■The ABS does not 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 ABS is operating on the wet or slick roads
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always
maintain a sufficient 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 potholes or roads with uneven pavement
■TRAC/TRC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the TRAC/TRC is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
■When TRAC/TRC and VSC are off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road condi-
tions. As there are systems to help enhance vehicle stability and driving
force, do not turn off TRAC/TRC and VSC unless necessary.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
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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 front 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
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Selecting snow chains
Use the correct snow chain size when mounting the snow chains.
Chain size is regulated for each tire size.
Side chain:
0.12 in. (3.0 mm)
1.18 in. (30.0 mm)
0.39 in. (10.0 mm)
Cross chain:
0.16 in. (4.0 mm)
0.98 in. (25.0 mm)
0.55 in. (14.0 mm)
Regulations on the use of snow chains
●Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to loca-
tion and type of road. Always check local regulations before install-
ing chains.
●Install the chains on the front tires.
●Retighten the chains after driving 1/4 - 1/2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km).

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■Snow chain installation
Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains.
●Install and remove tire chains in a safe location.
●Install tire chains on the front tires only.
●Install tire chains following the instructions provided in the accompanying
instructions.
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 specified 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 snow 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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NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs of and obtain replacement snow tires from Toyota dealers.
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the opera-
tion of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
■Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly
when tire chains are fitted.

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When trouble arises
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■If the tire pressure warning system is inoperative
The tire pressure warning system will be disabled in the following condi-
tions:
(When the condition becomes 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 73 psi (500 kPa, 5.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) or
higher.
The tire pressure warning system may be disabled in the following condi-
tions:
(When the condition becomes 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 pressure 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 trunk.

561 Alphabetical index
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Tires
Chains .................................. 209
Checking .............................. 409
If you have a flat tire ............. 479
Inflation pressure .................. 514
Information ........................... 519
Replacing ............................. 479
Rotating tires ........................ 409
Size ...................................... 514
Snow tires............................. 210
Tire pressure warning
system........................ 410, 470
Tools......................................... 479
Total load capacity .................. 205
Towing
Dinghy towing ....................... 213
Trailer towing ........................ 212
TRAC ........................................ 195
Trip information....................... 170
Trunk
Extending a space ................ 359
Opener ................................... 50
Wattage ................................ 515
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 443
Switch ................................... 161
Wattage ................................ 515
Vanity lights
Vanity lights .......................... 346
Wattage ................................ 515
Vanity mirrors .......................... 346
Vehicle identification
number................................... 509
Vehicle load limits ................... 205
VSC ........................................... 195Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................467
Downshifting..........................159
Open door ............................469
Seat belt reminder .................470
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system ..........469
Automatic heading light
leveling system ...................469
Brake system ........................467
Charging system ...................468
Low fuel level ........................470
Malfunction indicator lamp ....468
Open door .............................469
Seat belt reminder light .........470
SRS airbags ..........................469
Tire pressure warning
light .....................................470
Vehicle stability control..........469
Washer
Checking ...............................408
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................207
Switch....................................177
Washing and waxing ...............374
Weight
Cargo capacity ......................200
Load limits .............................205
Weight ...................................508
Wheels ......................................422
Window glasses ........................80
Window lock switch ...................80
Windows
Power windows .......................80
Rear window defogger ..........225
Washer ..................................177
Windshield wipers ...................177
Winter driving tips ...................207
Wireless remote control key
Locking/Unlocking ...................38
Replacing the battery ............428
WMA disc ..................................247
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