Toyota Avalon 2003 Operating Manual page 285

SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION
Snow tires should be installed on all
wheels.
Installing snow tires on the front wheels
only can lead to an excessive difference
in road grip capability between the front
and rear tires which could cause loss of
vehicle control.
When storing removed tires, you should
store them in a cool dry place.
Mark the direction of rotation and be sure
to install them in the same direction when
replacing.
CAUTION
D
Do not drive with the snow tires
incorrectly inflated.
D
Never drive over 120 km/h (75 mph)
with any type of snow tires.
'03 AVALON U (L/O 0206)
TIRE CHAIN SELECTION
P205/65R15 92H tires—Use the
chains of correct size and type.
Use SAE Class "S" type radial tire chains
except radial cable chains or V–bar type
chains.
P205/60R16 91H tires—Use tire chains
of the correct size.
Use only genuine Toyota tire chains or equiv-
alent for use on the AVALON.
NOTICE
If the wrong combination of tire and
chain is used, the chains could dam-
age the vehicle body.
D
AVALON genuine tire chains
(Part No. 08329–33801)
Laws about using tire chains vary ac-
cording to locality and type of road, so
always check your local laws before
you install tire chains.
CHAIN INSTALLATION
Install the chains on the front tires as
tightly as possible. Do not use tire
chains on the rear tires. Retighten
chains after driving 0.5—1.0
(1/4—1/2 mile).
2003 AVALON (OM41401U)
When installing chains on your tires, care-
fully follow the instructions of the chain
tire
manufacturer.
If wheel covers are used, they will be
scratched by the chain band, so remove
the covers before putting on the chains.
CAUTION
D
Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or
the chain manufacturer's
mended speed limit, whichever is
lower.
D
Drive carefully avoiding
holes, and sharp turns, which may
cause the vehicle to bounce.
D
Avoid sharp turns or locked–wheel
braking, as use of chains may ad-
versely affect vehicle handling.
D
When driving with chains installed,
be sure to drive carefully. Slow
down before entering the curves to
avoid losing control of the vehicle.
Otherwise an accident may occur.
km
recom-
bumps,
285