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3024-6. Using the driving support systems
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WARNING
■ Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and
total load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the
recommended tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRC and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires
are installed on the vehicle.
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional for further in formation when replacing tires or
wheels.
■ Handling of tires and suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect
the driving assist systems, and may cause the system to malfunction.
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3054-7. Driving tips
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Driving
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WARNING
■ 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 at speeds in excess of the speed limit or the speed limit spec-
ified for the 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 50 km/h (30 mph), whichever is lower.
● Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
● Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine braking.
● Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle con-
trol is maintained.
NOTICE
■ Repairing or replacing snow tires (vehicles with the tire pressure warn-
ing system)
Request repairs or replacement of snow tires from Toyota dealers or legiti-
mate tire retailers.
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 (vehicles with the tire pressure warning system)
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly
when tire chains are fitted.
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Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle exterior ................ 426
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle interior ................. 430
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements.................... 433
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ...................... 436
Hood .................................. 440
Positioning a floor jack ....... 442
Engine compartment.......... 443
Tires ................................... 458
Tire inflation pressure ........ 475
Wheels ............................... 477
Air conditioning filter .......... 480
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery....... 482
Checking and replacing fuses ................................ 485
Light bulbs ......................... 490
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Maintenance and care
Light bulbs
(→ P. 490)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as origi-
nal
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
Radiator, con-
denser and inter-
cooler ( →P. 453)
Tire inflation pres-
sure ( →P. 475)• Tire pressure gauge• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(→ P. 456)• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for win-
ter use)
• Funnel
ItemsParts and tools
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4587-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Tires
Check if the treadwear indicators are showing on the tires. Also check
the tires for uneven wear, such as excessive wear on one side of the
tread.
Check the spare tire condition and inflation pressure if not rotated.New tread
Worn tread
Treadwear indicator
The location of treadwear indicators is shown by a “TWI” or “ ” marks,
etc., molded into the sidewall of each tire.
Replace the tires if the treadwear indicators are showing on a tire.
Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance sched-
ules and treadwear.
Checking tires
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2
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