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Tires

Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance sched-

ules and treadwear.

Checking tires

New tread

1

Treadwear indicator

2

Worn tread

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The location of treadwear indica-

tors is shown by the “TWI” or “”

marks, etc., molded on the side-

wall of each tire.

Check spare tire condition and

pressure if not rotated.

Tire rotation

Rotate the tires in the order

shown.

To equalize tire wear and extend

tire life, Toyota recommends that

tire rotation is carried out at the

Front

same interval as tire inspection.

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Tire pressure warning system (if equipped)

Your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure warning system that uses

tire pressure warning valves and transmitters to detect low tire infla-

tion pressure before serious problems arise. (P. 491)

◆ Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters

When replacing tires or wheels, tire pressure warning valves and

transmitters must also be installed.

When new tire pressure warning valves and transmitters are

installed, new ID codes must be registered in the tire pressure

warning computer and the tire pressure warning system must be

initialized. Have tire pressure warning valves and transmitter ID

codes registered by your Toyota dealer. (P. 451)

◆ Initializing the tire pressure warning system

■ The tire pressure warning system must be initialized in the fol-

lowing circumstances:

● When changing the tire size.

● When the tire inflation pressure is changed such as when chang-

ing traveling speed or load weight.

When the tire pressure warning system is initialized, the current tire

inflation pressure is set as the benchmark pressure.

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■ How to initialize the tire pressure warning system

1

Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn the engine switch off.

Initialization cannot be performed while the vehicle is moving.

2

Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified cold tire inflation

pressure level. (P. 552)

Make sure to adjust the tire pressure to the specified cold tire infla-

tion pressure level. The tire pressure warning system will operate

based on this pressure level.

3

Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position (vehicles without a

smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart

key system).

4

Press and hold the tire pres-

sure warning reset switch

until the tire pressure warn-

ing light blinks slowly 3 times.

5

Vehicles without a smart key system: Wait for a few minutes with

the engine switch in the “ON” position and then turn the engine

switch to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

Vehicles with a smart key system: Wait for a few minutes with the

engine switch in IGNITION ON mode and then turn the engine

switch off.

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◆ Registering ID codes

The tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is equipped with a

unique ID code. When replacing a tire pressure warning valve and

transmitter, it is necessary to register the ID code. Have the ID code

registered by your Toyota dealer.

■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, and bulges indicating internal damage

●A tire goes flat repeatedly or cannot be properly repaired due to the size

or location of a cut or other damage

If you are not sure, consult with your Toyota dealer.

■Replacing tires and wheels (vehicles with a tire pressure warning

system)

If the ID code of the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is not reg-

istered, the tire pressure warning system will not work properly. After driv-

ing for about 20 minutes, the tire pressure warning light blinks for 1

minute and stays on to indicate a system malfunction.

■Tire life

Any tire over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even

if it has seldom or never been used or damage is not obvious.

■Routine tire inflation pressure checks (vehicles with a tire pressure

warning system)

The tire pressure warning system does not replace routine tire inflation

pressure checks. Make sure to check tire inflation pressure as part of

your routine of daily vehicle checks.

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■Low profile tires (17-inch tires)

Generally, low profile tires will wear more rapidly and tire grip perfor-

mance will be reduced on snowy and/or icy roads when compared to

standard tires. Be sure to use snow tires or tire chains on snowy and/or

icy roads and drive carefully at a speed appropriate for road and weather

conditions.

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■Maximum load of tire

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Check that the maximum load of the replacement tire is greater than 1/2

of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) of either the front axle or the

rear axle, whichever is greater.

For the GAWR, see the Certification

Label. For the maximum load of the tire,

see the load limit at maximum cold tire

inflation pressure mentioned on the

sidewall of the tire. (P. 557)

■Tire types

●Summer tires

Summer tires are high-speed performance tires best suited to highway

driving under dry conditions. Since summer tires do not have the same

traction performance as snow tires, summer tires are inadequate for

driving on snow-covered or icy roads. For driving on snow-covered

roads or icy roads, the use of snow tires is recommended. When install-

ing snow tires, be sure to replace all four tires.

●All season tires

All season tires are designed to provide better traction in snow and to

be adequate for driving in most winter conditions as well as for use

year-round. All season tires, however, do not have adequate traction

performance compared with snow tires in heavy or loose snow. Also, all

season tires fall short in acceleration and handling performance com-

pared with summer tires in highway driving.

●Snow tires

For driving on snow-covered roads or icy roads, we recommend using

snow tires. If you need snow tires, select tires of the same size, con-

struction and load capacity as the originally installed tires. Since your

vehicle has radial tires as original equipment, make sure your snow

tires also have radial construction. Do not install studded tires without

first checking local regulations for possible restrictions. Snow tires

should be installed on all wheels. (P. 216)

■Initializing the tire pressure warning system (vehicles with a tire

pressure warning system)

Initialize the system with the tire inflation pressure adjusted to the speci-

fied level.

■If the tread on snow tires wears down below 0.16 in. (4 mm)

The effectiveness of the tires as snow tires is lost.

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■If you press the tire pressure warning reset switch accidentally (vehi-

cles with a tire pressure warning system)

If initialization is performed, adjust the tire inflation pressure to the speci-

fied level and initialize the tire pressure warning system again.

■When initialization of the tire pressure warning system has failed

(vehicles with a tire pressure warning system)

Initialization can be completed in a few minutes. However, in the following

cases, the settings have not been recorded and the system will not oper-

ate properly. If repeated attempts to record tire inflation pressure settings

are unsuccessful, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

●When operating the tire pressure warning reset switch, the tire pressure

warning light does not blink 3 times.

●After driving for a certain period of time since the initialization has been

completed, the warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute.

■Tire pressure warning system certification

 For the U.S.A.

FCC ID: HYQ23AAK FCC ID: PAXPMVC010

NOTE:

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject

to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful

interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC WARNING:

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsi-

ble for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip-

ment.

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 For Canada

NOTE:

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may

not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,

including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux deux conditions

suivantes : (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur du

dispositif doit être prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu,

même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionne-

ment du dispositif.

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CAUTION

■When inspecting or replacing tires

Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.

Failure to do so may cause damage to parts of the drive train as well as

dangerous handling characteristics, which may lead to an accident

resulting in death or serious injury.

●Do not mix tires of different makes, models or tread patterns.

Also, do not mix tires of remarkably different treadwear.

●Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Toyota.

●Do not mix differently constructed tires (radial, bias-belted or bias-ply

tires).

●Do not mix summer, all season and snow tires.

●Do not use tires that have been used on another vehicle.

Do not use tires if you do not know how they were used previously.

■When initializing the tire pressure warning system (vehicles with a

tire pressure warning system)

Do not operate the tire pressure warning reset switch without first

adjusting the tire inflation pressure to the specified level. Otherwise, the

tire pressure warning light may not come on even if the tire inflation

pressure is low, or it may come on when the tire inflation pressure is

actually normal.

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NOTICE

■Repairing or replacing tires, wheels, tire pressure warning valves,

transmitters and tire valve caps (vehicles with a tire pressure warn-

ing system)

●When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning

valves and transmitters, contact your Toyota dealer as the tire pres-

sure warning valves and transmitters may be damaged if not handled

correctly.

●When replacing tire valve caps, do not use tire valve caps other than

those specified. The cap may become stuck.

■To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmit-

ters (vehicles with a tire pressure warning system)

When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning

valve and transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is

used, contact your Toyota dealer or other qualified service shop as soon

as possible. Make sure to replace the tire pressure warning valve and

transmitter when replacing the tire. (P. 449)

■Driving on rough roads

Take particular care when driving on roads with loose surfaces or pot-

holes.

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.

■Low profile tires (17-inch tires)

Low profile tires may cause greater damage than usual to the tire wheel

when sustaining impact from the road surface. Therefore, pay attention

to the following:

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●Be sure to use proper tire inflation pressure. If tires are under-inflated,

they may be damaged more severely.

●Avoid potholes, uneven pavement, curbs and other road hazards. Fail-

ure to do so may lead to severe tire and wheel damage.

■If tire inflation pressure of each tire becomes low while driving

Do not continue driving, or your tires and/or wheels may be ruined.

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