Installing Snow Tires And Chains - Toyota Corolla 2002 Operating Manual

Installing snow tires and
chains
WHEN TO USE SNOW TIRES
CHAINS
Snow tires or chains are recommended
when driving on snow or ice.
On wet or dry roads, conventional tires
provide better traction than snow tires.
SNOW TIRE SELECTION
If you need snow tires, select the same
size, construction and load capacity as
the original tires on your Toyota.
Do not use tires other than those men-
tioned above. Do not install studded tires
without first checking local regulations for
possible restrictions.
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 replac-
ing.
'02 Corolla U (L/O 0105)
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CAUTION
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Do not drive with the snow tires
incorrectly inflated.
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Never drive over 120 km/h (75 mph)
with any type of snow tires.
TIRE CHAIN SELECTION
Use the tire chains of correct size and
type.
Use SAE Class "S" type radial tire chains
except radial cable chains or V–bar type
chains.
Regulations regarding the use of tire
chains vary according to location or
type of road, so always check them
before installing chains.
CHAIN INSTALLATION
Install the chains on the front tires as
tightly as possible. Do not use tire
chains on the rear tires.
chains after driving
(1/4—1/2 mile).
When installing chains on your tires, care-
fully follow the instructions of the chain
manufacturer.
2002 Corolla_U (OM12743U)
If wheel covers are used, they will be
scratched by the chain band,so remove
the covers before putting on the chains.
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Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or
the chain
mended speed limit, whichever is
lower.
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Drive carefully
holes, and sharp turns, which may
cause the vehicle to bounce.
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Avoid sharp turns or locked–wheel
braking, as use of chains may ad-
versely affect vehicle handling.
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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.
Retighten
0.5—1.0 km
CAUTION
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