2014 TOYOTA GT86 Owners Manual (in English)

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Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable
and explosive. Therefore, before rechargin

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CAUTION
Chemicals in the battery
A battery contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive.

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Washer fluid
If the washer fluid level is at
“LOW”, add washer fluid.
NOTICE
When recharging the battery
Never recharge the ba

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CAUTION
When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the engine is hot or running, as washer fluid
contains alcohol and may catch fire if spille

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Tires
Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules
and treadwear.
Checking tires
New tread
Treadwear indicator

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When to replace your vehicle’s tires
Tires should be replaced if:
You have tire damage such as cuts, splits, cracks deep enough to
expose the fabric

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CAUTION
When inspecting or replacing tires
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents. 
Failure to do so may cause dam

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Tire inflation pressure
Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure
Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following:
Reduc