Run−Flat Tires - Toyota sienna 2004 Service Manual

When rotating tires, check for uneven
wear and damage. Abnormal wear is
usually caused by incorrect tire pres-
sure, improper wheel alignment, out−
of−balance wheels, or severe braking.
CAUTION
Do not include a compact spare
tire when rotating the tires. It is
designed for temporary use only.
Initial adjustment of the tire pres-
sure warning system is necessary
after you have rotated your tires.
See "Tire pressure warning sys-
tem" on page 188 in Section 1−6.
04 SIENNA_U (L/O 0408)
Run−flat tires
Some vehicles are equipped with
run−flat (RFT) tires. The run−flat
tire allows you to continue driving
for up to 160 km (100 miles) at a
speed below 90 km/h (55 mph)
even if any tire goes flat. However,
in some conditions (such as high
temperatures), you could not con-
tinue driving for up to 160 km (100
miles).
When the tire goes flat or when the
tire pressure is below 100 kPa (1.0
2
kgf/cm or bar, 15 psi), the tire
must be replaced. If you are not
sure, consult your Toyota dealer.
Do not use the repaired tire.
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
There is an "RFT" or "DSST" mark on
the sidewall of the run−flat tire.
If you cannot distinguish between the
standard tire and run−flat tire, consult
your Toyota dealer.
The tire warranty book provides de-
tailed information on the run−flat tires.
For details, see the tire warranty
book.
CAUTION
D Do not use non−genuine
wheels, as this may cause dan-
gerous handling characteris-
tics resulting in loss of control.
D Do not use the run−flat tires
equipped on your vehicle on
another model. These tires are
especially for this model.
D Do not mix run−flat tires with
standard tires.
2004 SIENNA from Aug. '04 Prod. (OM45422U)
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