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Four- wheel drive models—Toyota rec-
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ommends not using four- wheel drive on
dry hard- surfaced roads, because four-
wheel driving will cause unnecessary
noise and wear, and poor fuel econo-
my.
Four- wheel drive models—In cold tem-
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peratures, noise may occur when driv-
ing in two- wheel drive before the trans-
fer is warmed up. Therefore, first drive
in four- wheel drive until the transfer is
warmed up.
CAUTION
Before driving off, make sure that
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the parking brake is fully released
and
the
parking
brake
reminder
light is off.
Do not leave your vehicle unat-
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tended while the engine is running.
Do not rest your foot on the brake
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pedal while driving. It can cause
dangerous
overheating,
needless
wear, and poor fuel economy.
To drive down a long or steep hill,
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reduce your speed and downshift.
Remember, if you ride the brakes
excessively, they may overheat and
not work properly.
Be careful when accelerating, up-
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shifting, downshifting or braking on
a slippery surface. Sudden accelera-
tion or engine braking could cause
the vehicle to spin or skid.
TUNDRA (34413U)
Do not drive in excess of the speed
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limit. Even if the legal speed limit
permits it, do not drive over 140
km/h (85 mph) unless your vehicle
has
high- speed
capability
Driving over 140 km/h (85 mph) may
result in tire failure, loss of control
and possible injury. Be sure to con-
sult
a
tire
dealer
to
determine
whether the tires on your vehicle
are high- speed capability tires or
not before driving at such speeds.
Do
not
continue
normal
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when the brakes are wet. If they are
wet, your vehicle will
require a
longer
stopping distance,
may pull to one side when the
brakes are applied. Also, the park-
ing brake will not hold the vehicle
securely.
tires.
driving
and
it
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