Checking Tire Pressure - Toyota RAV4 2000 Owner's Manual

1. Clean all dirt off the outside of the
reservoir.
2. Remove the reservoir cap by turning it
counterclockwise and wipe the dipstick
clean.
3. Reinstall the reservoir cap.
4. Remove the reservoir cap again and
look at the fluid level. If the fluid is
cold, the level should be in the "COLD"
range on the dipstick. Similarly, if it is
hot, the fluid level should be in the
"HOT" range. If the level is at the low
side of either range, add Toyota P.S
fluid EH or equivalent to bring the level
within the range.
5. After replacing the reservoir cap, visu-
ally check the steering box case, vane
pump and hose connections for leaks
or damage.
CAUTION
The reservoir tank may be hot so be
careful not to burn yourself.
NOTICE
Avoid overfilling, or the power steer-
ing could be damaged.
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Checking tire pressure

Keep your tire pressures at the proper
level.
When you inspect or adjust tire pres-
sure, please note that tire pressures on
your electric vehicle are higher than
those of ordinary vehicle.
The recommended cold tire pressures, tire
sizes and the vehicle capacity weight are
given in Section 9. They are also on the
tire pressure label as shown.
You should check the tire pressures every
two weeks, or at least once a month. And
do not forget the spare!
Incorrect tire pressure can reduce tire
life and make your vehicle less safe to
drive.
Low tire pressure results in excessive wear,
poor handling, reduced power saving, and
the possibility of blowouts from overheated
tires. Also, low tire pressure can cause poor
sealing of the tire bead. If the tire pressure
is excessively low, there is the possibility
of wheel deformation and/or tire separation.
High tire pressure produces a harsh ride,
handling problems, excessive wear at the
center of the tire tread, and a greater possi-
bility of tire damage from road hazards.
If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it
checked by your EV service station.
The following instructions for checking
tire pressure should be observed:
D
The pressure should be
only when the tires are cold. 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 since, you
will get an accurate cold tire pressure
reading.
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Always use a tire pressure gauge.
The appearance of a tire can be mis-
leading. Besides, tire pressures that
are even just a few pounds off can
degrade ride and handling.
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