Toyota 2003 ECHO Owner's Manual page 212

SH72005
Vehicle equipped with Sports Fender and
Rocker Panel for 185/60R15 tires
TIRE CHAIN SELECTION
Use the tire chains of correct size and
type.
For vehicle equipped with Sports Fender
and Rocker Panel for 185/60R15 tires, use
the following type chains.
A Diameter of side chain
B Width of side chain
C Length of side chain
D Diameter of cross chain:
E width of cross chain
F Length of cross chain
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For vehicle equipped without Sports Fend-
er and Rocker Panel for 175/65R14 and
185/60R15 tires, use SAE Class "S" type
radial tire chains
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
chains after driving
(1/4—1/2 mile).
When installing chains on your tires, care-
fully follow the instructions of the chain
manufacturer.
If wheel covers are used, they will be
scratched by the chain band, so remove
the covers before putting on the chains.
mm (in.)
3 (0.12)
10 (0.39)
30 (1.18)
4 (0.16)
14 (0.55)
25 (0.98)
D
Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or
except radial cable
the
mended speed limit, whichever is
lower.
D
Drive
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.
tires. Retighten
D
When driving with chains installed,
0.5—1.0 km
be sure to drive carefully. Slow
down before entering the curves to
avoid losing control of the vehicle.
Otherwise an accident may occurs.
Do not attempt to use a tire chain on
the compact spare tire, as it may re-
sult in damage to the vehicle as well
as the tire.
2003 ECHO from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM52481U)
CAUTION
chain manufacturer's recom-
carefully avoiding bumps,
NOTICE