Tire Inflation Pressure - Toyota LAND CRUISER PRADO Owner's Manual

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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Tire inflation pressure

Make sure to maintain the proper tire inflation pressure. Tire
inflation pressure should be checked at least once per month.
However, Toyota recommends that tire inflation pressure be
checked once every two weeks. (P. 820)
Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure
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Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following:
● Reduced fuel efficiency
Reduced fuel economy
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● Reduced driving comfort and poor handling
Reduced tire life due to wear
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● Damage to the drive train
If a tire needs frequent refilling, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.
Instructions for checking tire inflation pressure
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When checking tire inflation pressure, observe the following:
Check only when the tires are cold.
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If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours and has not been driven
for more than 1.5 km or 1 mile, you will get an accurate cold tire inflation
pressure reading.
● Always use a tire pressure gauge.
It is difficult to judge if a tire is properly inflated based only on its appear-
ance.
It is normal for the tire inflation pressure to be higher after driving as heat is
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generated in the tire. Do not reduce tire inflation pressure after driving.
● Passengers and luggage weight should be placed so that the vehicle is bal-
anced.
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