2012 TOYOTA HILUX tire pressure

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Maintenance and care
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
ItemsParts and tools
Fuses (P. 509)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Light bulbs (P. 525)
• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Wrench
Radiator, condenser and
intercooler
(P. 488)
Tire inflation pressure (P. 500)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 493)
• Water or washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding
water or washer fluid)

496
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Tires
Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules
and treadwear.
Checking tires
New tread
Treadwear indicator
Worn tread
The location of treadwear indi-
cators is shown by the “TWI” or
“” marks, etc., molded on the
sidewall of each tire.
Check spare tire condition and
pressure if not rotated.
Tire rotation
Vehicles with spare tire of a different wheel type from the
installed tires
Rotate the tires in the order
shown.
To equalize tire wear and help
extend tire life, Toyota recom-
mends that tire rotation is car-
ried out approximately every
10000 km (6000 miles).
Front

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Maintenance and care
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NOTICE
Driving on rough roads
Take particular care when driving on roads with loose surfaces or potholes.
These conditions may cause losses in tire inflation pressure, reducing the
cushioning ability of the tires. In addition, driving on rough roads may cause
damage to the tires themselves, as well as the vehicle’s wheels and body.
If tire inflation pressure of each tire becomes low while driving
Do not continue driving, or your tires and/or wheels may be ruined.

500
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Tire inflation pressure
Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure
Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following:
Reduced fuel efficiency
Reduced driving comfort and tire life
Reduced safety
Damage to the drive train
If a tire needs frequent inflating, have it checked by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Instructions for checking tire inflation pressure
When checking tire inflation pressure, observe the following:
Check only when the tires are cold.
If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours or has not been
driven for more than 1.5 km or 1 mile, you will get an accurate cold tire
inflation pressure reading.
Always use a tire pressure gauge.
The appearance of the tire can be misleading. In addition, tire inflation
pressure that is even just a few pounds off can affect ride quality and
handling.
Do not reduce tire inflation pressure after driving. It is normal for tire infla-
tion pressure to be higher after driving.
Never exceed the vehicle capacity weight.
Passengers and luggage weight should be placed so that the vehicle is
balanced.
Make sure to maintain proper tire inflation pressure. Tire inflation
pressure should be checked at least once per month. However,
Toyota recommends that tire inflation pressure be checked once
every two weeks. (P. 612)

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Maintenance and care
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CAUTION
Proper inflation is critical to save tire performance
Keep your tires properly inflated. Otherwise, the following conditions may
occur and result in an accident causing death or serious injury:
Excessive wear
Uneven wear
Poor handling
Possibility of blowouts resulting from overheated tires
Poor sealing of the tire bead
Wheel deformation and/or tire separation
A greater possibility of tire damage from road hazards
NOTICE
When inspecting and adjusting tire inflation pressure
Be sure to put the tire valve caps back on.
Without the valve caps, dirt or moisture could get into the valve and cause
air leakage, which could result in an accident. If the caps are lost, replace
them as soon as possible.

612 6-1. Specifications
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Tires and wheels
15 inch tires
16 inch tires
Tire size 255/70R15C 112/110S
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)Front wheel
kPa (kgf/cm2
or bar, psi)Rear wheel
(unloaded)
kPa (kgf/cm2
or bar, psi)Rear wheel
(loaded)
kPa (kgf/cm
2
or bar, psi)
Single-cab models 200 (2.0, 29) 200 (2.0, 29) 250 (2.5, 36)
Extra-cab and
double-cab models200 (2.0, 29) 200 (2.0, 29)250 (2.5, 36)*1, 4
250 (2.5, 36)*2, 3
310 (3.1, 45)*2, 4
Wheel size 15  7JJ, 15  7J
Wheel nut torque 105 N•m (10.7 kgf•m, 77 ft•lbf)
Tire size 205R16C-8PR 110/108S
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)Front wheel
kPa (kgf/cm2
or bar, psi)Rear wheel
(unloaded)
kPa (kgf/cm2
or bar, psi)Rear wheel
(loaded)
kPa (kgf/cm
2
or bar, psi)
Single-cab models 240 (2.4, 35) 240 (2.4, 35) 320 (3.2, 46)
Extra-cab and
double-cab models240 (2.4, 35) 240 (2.4, 35)320 (3.2, 46)*1, 4
320 (3.2, 46)*2, 3
400 (4.0, 58)*2, 4
Wheel size 16  6J
Wheel nut torque 105 N•m (10.7 kgf•m, 77 ft•lbf)

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Vehicle specifications
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)17 inch tires
*1: Left-hand drive vehicles
*2: Right-hand drive vehicles
*3: Half loaded
*4: Full loaded
Tire size265/65R17 112S
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)DLX grade models with 1KD-FTV engine and
SR grade models with 2KD-FTV engine
230 kPa (2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar, 33 psi)
Other models
200 kPa (2.0 kgf/cm
2 or bar, 29 psi)
Wheel size 17  7 1/2J
Wheel nut torque 105 N•m (10.7 kgf•m, 77 ft•lbf)

628 Alphabetical index
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt............. 81
Child restraint system
installation........................... 135
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts ...................... 467
Emergency Locking
Retractor ............................... 82
How to wear your seat belt ..... 79
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................... 83
Pregnant women, proper seat
belt use ................................. 83
Reminder light ....................... 553
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 82
Seat heaters ............................. 450
Seats
Adjustment .............................. 68
Adjustment
precautions ........................... 72
Child seats/child restraint
system installation .............. 135
Cleaning ................................ 466
Head restraint ......................... 76
Properly sitting in the seat..... 108
Seat heaters.......................... 450
Service reminder
indicators .............................. 180Shift lever
Automatic transmission......... 166
Front drive control lever ........ 211
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 577
Manual transmission ............. 170
Shift lock system ..................... 577
Side airbags ............................. 110
Side doors .................................. 60
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding .............. 89
Side turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 534
Wattage ................................ 614
Spare tire
Inflation pressure .................. 500
Storage location .................... 557
Specifications .......................... 594
Speedometer ............................ 176
Steering
Column lock release ............. 164
Fluid ...................................... 611
Steering wheel
Adjustment .............................. 86
Audio switches .............. 310, 379
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 535
Wattage ................................ 614
Storage feature ........................ 435
Storage precautions ................ 232S