If You Get A Flat Tire While Driving; When Encountering Flooded Roads - Toyota Rush Owner's Manual

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4-1. Before driving
NOTICE

If you get a flat tire while driving

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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.
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The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
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The vehicle will lean abnormally.
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Information on what to do in case of a flat tire (→P. 319)

When encountering flooded roads

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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
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Short in electrical components
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Engine damage caused by water immersion
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In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
Brake function
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Changes in quantity and quality of engine oil, transmission fluid, differen-
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tial oil, etc.
Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
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ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
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