Tire Inflation Pressure - Toyota HILUX SC Owner's Manual

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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Tire inflation pressure

Make sure to maintain proper tire inflation pressure. Tire infla-
tion pressure should be checked at least once per month. How-
ever, Toyota recommends that tire inflation pressure be checked
once every two weeks. (P. 839)
Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure
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Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following:
● Reduced fuel economy
Reduced driving comfort and poor handling
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● Reduced tire life due to wear
Reduced safety
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● Damage to the drive train
If a tire needs frequent inflating, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.
Instructions for checking tire inflation pressure
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When checking tire inflation pressure, observe the following:
Check only when the tires are cold.
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If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours or has not been driven
for more than 1.5 km or 1 mile, you will get an accurate cold tire inflation
pressure reading.
● Always use a tire pressure gauge.
It is difficult to judge if a tire is properly inflated based only on its appear-
ance.
It is normal for the tire inflation pressure to be higher after driving as heat is
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generated in the tire. Do not reduce tire inflation pressure after driving.
● Passengers and luggage weight should be placed so that the vehicle is bal-
anced.
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