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Snow chains
In wintry conditions, snow chains improve traction as well as the behaviour of the vehicle when braking.
The snow chains must be fitted only to the front wheels.
Take account of the legislation in force in your country on the use of snow chains and the maximum running speed authorised.
Avoid driving with snow chains on roads that have been cleared of snow, to avoid damaging your vehicle's tyres and the road sur face. If your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels, check that no part of the chain or its fixings is in contact with
the wheel rim.
Use only the chains designed to be fitted to the type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:
You can also use snow socks.For more information on snow chains, contact an authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Advice on installation
F If you have to fit the chains during a journey, stop the vehicle on a flat sur face on the side of the road.F Apply the parking brake and position any wheel chocks to prevent movement of your vehicle.F Fit the chains following the instructions provided by the manufacturer.F Move off gently and drive for a few moments, without exceeding 30 mph (50 km/h).F Stop your vehicle and check that the snow chains are correctly tightened.
Original tyre sizeType of chain.
215/65 R1612 mm links
215/60 R17-225/55 R17
It is strongly recommended that before
you leave, you practise fitting the snow chains on a level and dry sur face.
Practical information
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Identification markingsVarious visible markings for the identification of your vehicle.
A. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) under the bonnet. This number is engraved on the chassis near the right hand front wheel arch.
The tyre pressures must be checked when the tyres are cold, at least once a month.
If the tyre pressures are too low, this increases fuel consumption.
B. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the windscreen lower cross member. This number is indicated on a self-adhesive label which is visible through the
windscreen.
C. Manufacturer's label. This self-destroying label on the middle door pillar, right or left hand side, contains the following information:
- the manufacturer's name,- the European whole vehicle type approval number,- the vehicle identification number (VIN),- the maximum authorised weight (gross vehicle weight),- the maximum authorised weight with trailer (gross train weight),- the maximum front axle weight,- the maximum rear axle weight.
D. Tyre/paint label. This label on the middle door pillar, driver's side, contains the following information:- the tyre inflation pressures, laden and unladen,- the tyre sizes (including the tyre load index and speed rating),- the inflation pressure for the spare wheel,- the paint colour code.
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Technical data
