Toyota Matrix 2004 Operating Manual page 268

NOTICE
Low profile tire
P215/50ZR17 or P215/50R17 90H
may have greater damage than
usual tires to its tire wheel
when receiving impact from the
road surface. Therefore, pay
attention to the following.
z Be sure to use with proper
tire pressure. If the tire pres-
sure is low, the tire may
have a greater damage. For
detailed information
tire pressure, see page 294 in
Section 8.
z Avoid
driving onto
sharp- edged objects and oth-
er road hazards. Failure to
do so can lead to severe tire
damage.
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The effectiveness of snow tires is
lost if the tread wears down below
4 mm (0.16 in.).
like
If you have tire damage such as
cuts, splits, cracks deep enough to
expose the fabric, or bulges indi-
cating internal damage, the tire
should be replaced.
If a tire often goes flat or cannot be
properly repaired due to the size or
location of a cut or other damage, it
should be replaced. If you are not
sure, consult with your Toyota dealer.
about
If an air loss occurs while driving, do
not continue driving with a deflated
tire. Driving even a short distance can
high,
damage a tire beyond repair.
'04 MATRIX_U (L/O 0307)
Any tires which are over 6 years
old must be checked by a qualified
technician even if damage is not
obvious.
Tires deteriorate with age even if they
have never or seldom been used.
This applies also to the spare tire and
tires stored for future use.
2004 COROLLA MATRIX from July. '03 Prod. (OM12814U)