Toyota 2009 Tacoma User Manual page 135

NOTICE
n If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
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l The vehicle will make abnormal sounds.
The vehicle will behave abnormally.
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Replace a flat tire with a new one. (→P. 439)
When encountering flooded roads
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Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle.
Engine stalling
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l Short in electrical components
Engine damage caused by water immersion
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In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following.
l Brake function
Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans-
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mission, transfer (4WD vehicles), differentials, etc.
Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints
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(where possible) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
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