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STUDDED WINTER/SNOW TIRES
• Studded winter/snow tires have higher traction qualities under
m
ost winter weather conditions.
• If studded winter/snow tires are installed on the f
ront axle of any
vehicle, studded winter/snow tires must also be installed on the
rear axle. DO NOT apply studded winter/snow tires only to the
front axle.
• If studded winter/snow tires are installed on the rear axle of any
vehicle, it is strongly recommended that they should also be
installed on the
front axle. Only if studded winter/snow tires are
installed on all wheel positions of a vehicle will optimum handling
characteristics be achieved.
REPLACING TWO TIRES
• When a pair of replacement tires is selected in the same size and
c
onstruction as those on the vehicle, the two newer tires must be
installed on the rear axle and must be of equal or higher speed rating
than the front tires. Generally, new tires with deeper tread will
provide better grip and evacuate water more effectively, which is
important as a driver approaches hydroplaning situations. Placing
greater traction on the rear axle on wet surfaces is necessary to
prevent a possible oversteer condition and loss of vehicle stability.
WARNING!
Installing only two studded winter/snow tires on the front axle of
an
y vehicle (including front-wheel-drive vehicles) without
studded winter/snow tires on the rear axle can cause adverse
vehicle handling characteristics. This can result in a loss of
vehicle control, which could cause serious personal injury or
death.
CAUTION!
In some cases, the vehicle manufacturer may specifically advise
ag
ainst replacing fewer than all four tires. Always check and
follow the recommendations in the vehicle Owner’s Manual. For
4WD and AWD vehicles, even small differences in outside
diameter may cause drivetrain damage or mechanical
malfunction.
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More frequent rotation or a thorough vehicle inspection may be
necessary if, upon inspection, irregular or erratic treadwear is
beginning to appear.
It is important to remember the following:
• These tire rotation recommendations do not take into account
d
ifferent tire and construction types mixed on the vehicle.
• Some tires cannot be rotated in the manner described. Such tires
i
nclude unidirectional tires. Unidirectional tread patterns must be
rotated front-to-rear only so that the direction of revolution does not
change.
• Some vehicles are designed with different tire sizes on the front and
r
ear axles. Normally, such combinations will not allow rotation.
Prior to rotating, consult the vehicle Owner’s Manual.
• For vehicles with dual rear wheels, see the vehicle Owner’s Manual
f
or the vehicle manufacturer’s procedures. If your vehicle Owner’s
Manual is not available, please contact the vehicle manufacturer.
• Some vehicles are equipped with wheels that limit the choice of
r
otation pattern. Consult the vehicle Owner’s Manual.
• Do not include temporary spare tires in the rotation pattern.
H
owever, if your spare tire is the same size and type as a road tire
(for LT tires of the same size, type, and load rating), it should be
included in the tire rotation process. The proper procedure is to use
the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended tire rotation procedures,
or if not available, to use the appropriate rotation pattern shown,
inserting the spare in the right rear position. Place the tire that
would have gone to the right rear in the spare tire storage position
as the new spare.
• Important! After rotation, adjust the pressure of the individual tires
t
o the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendation or the inflation pres-
sure recommended by Toyo Tires for an optional fitment according
to
the tire’s new location on the vehicle.
• Do not mix speed-rated tires on the same axle. Higher speed-rated
t
ires must remain on the rear axle. Consult an authorized Toyo Tires
dealer.
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TIRE STORAGE
Tires should be stored indoors in a cool dry place where water cannot
co
llect inside the tires. The tires should be placed away from harmful
ozone-producing electric generators and motors and sources of heat
such as hot pipes. Storage surfaces should be clean and free of grease,
gasoline, or other substances, which can deteriorate the rubber.
WARNING!
• Check inflation pressure before using your spare tire. Failure to
h
ave proper inflation pressure when using your spare tire may
cause loss of vehicle control, which could result in serious
personal injury or death. Maintain spare tire inflation pressures
based on the vehicle Owner’s Manual or the Tire Information
Placard.
• “T” Type high-pressure temporary spare tires should not be
u
sed with any other wheel, nor should standard tires, snow tires,
wheel covers, or trim rings be used on the high-pressure spare
tire wheel. If you fail to follow this warning, your vehicle’s
handling characteristics can be seriously affected. You could
have an accident resulting in serious personal injury or death.
Consult your vehicle Owner’s Manual for the proper use of your
“temporary use” spare tire.
• Do not operate your vehicle with more than one temporary spare
i
n use (this does not apply to a full size spare), and only operate
it at limited speeds and distances as indicated on the sidewall of
the tire.
• The “T” Type temporary spare tire may lower ground clearance
w
hen used. Avoid driving over large obstacles and other road
hazards. Check your vehicle Owner’s Manual for other special
clearance precautions when using the “T” Type temporary spare
tire provided in your vehicle.