Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2013 Owner's Manual page 223

NOTICE
When parking the vehicle (vehicles with an automatic transmission)

Always shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to
move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is
accidentally depressed.
 Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
 Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering pump.
 When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
Diesel engine only: Make sure to idle the engine immediately after high-

speed driving or hill climbing. Stop the engine only after the turbocharger
has cooled down.
Failure to do so may cause damage to the turbocharger.
 If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehi-
cle.
 It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
 The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
 The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire. (P. 622)
 When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
 Engine stalling
 Short in electrical components
 Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qual-
ified and equipped professional check the following:
 Brake function
Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans-

mission, transfer, differentials, etc.
Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints

(where possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
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