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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
CAUTION
When inspecting or replacing tires
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Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents. Failure to do so
may cause damage to parts of the drive train, as well as dangerous han-
dling characteristics, which may lead to an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.
Do not mix tires of different makes, models or tread patterns. Also, do
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not mix tires of remarkably different treadwear.
Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Toyota.
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Do not mix differently constructed tires (radial, bias-belted or bias-ply
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tires).
Do not mix summer, all season and winter tires.
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NOTICE
Repairing or replacing tires, wheels and tire pressure warning
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valves and transmitters
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as the tire pressure
warning valve and transmitter may be damaged if not handled correctly.
To avoid damaging the tire pressure warning valves and transmit-
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ters
Do not use liquid sealants on flat tires.
Driving on rough roads
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Take particular care when driving on roads with loose surfaces or pot-
holes.
These conditions may cause losses in tire inflation pressure, reducing
the cushioning ability of the tires. In addition driving on rough roads may
cause damage to the tires themselves, as well as the vehicle's wheels
and body.
If tire inflation pressures become low while driving
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Do not continue driving, or your tires and/or wheels may be ruined.
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