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gas engines, to learn which
wheels and tires are correct, look
at the "Vehicle Certification and
Greenhouse Gas (GHG)
Emissions Plate" on the left side
rear pillar panel below the striker
(single cab) or on the left center
pillar panel beside the shoulder
seat belt anchor (crew cab).
Wheel size is also stamped on
the side of each wheel.
To help avoid personal injury and
property damage if a wheel must
be changed, seek expert tire
services if you can. If you must
remove the wheel without any
such help, do the following:. If the tire looks as if it may
be underinflated, stand to
the side and check whether
the wheel assembly
appears normal by
comparing it to another
wheel assembly on the
vehicle.
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.Let the air out of the tire by
taking out the valve core.
If you have a way to put air
back in a tire, note that it is
good safety practice to let
the air out of both tires of a
dual assembly before taking
off the damaged tire and rim
assembly from the vehicle.
After letting out the air, take
off the tire and rim assembly
and install a spare tire and
rim assembly.
If your vehicle is equipped
with a differential lock
system or limited slip
differential (LSD), it might
start moving when the
engine power is transmitted
to the rear axle even when
one of the wheels on the
axle is raised clear of the
ground. Do not start the
engine with any rear wheel
in contact with the ground.
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If you are not fully
experienced on the
procedures to follow, and/or
are not equipped with the
proper tools and equipment,
again, do not attempt to
raise the vehicle, or remove
or install the tire and wheel
assembly—seek expert tire
services.
. Do not put air back in a tire
that has been run flat, or is
seriously low on air, without
first having the tire taken off
the wheel and the tire
checked for damage.
. Note that taking off and
mounting tires on wheels
requires proper tools, safety
equipment and special
training. A person can be
severely injured or killed
and damage can result from
using the wrong service
methods. Truck tires and
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wheels should be serviced
only by trained people using
the proper equipment.
. Never add air to your tires
unless an accurate pressure
gauge is also used. When
putting air in a tire on the
vehicle, stand to the side
and use a clip-on chuck and
hose extension. In choosing
the right tire pressure, be
careful not to exceed the
maximum pressure
capability shown on the tire;
see the tire pressure charts
at the end of this manual.
. Tire mounting or repair can
result in serious personal
injury or death, if not
performed correctly. This
section has detailed
instructions for proper wheel
and tire replacement, so be
sure to read and follow
them. Truck fleet owners
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and operators: You can get
written instructions on truck
tire demounting, repair and
mounting from Rubber
Manufacturers Association
(RMA), 1400 K Street N.W.,
Washington, D.C. 20005,
and also from many tire
stores.
Wheel Nut Torque
{Warning
Never use oil or grease on studs
or nuts. Use the torque specified
for the type of wheels on the
vehicle. Snug all wheel nuts and
then tighten to the specified
torque in the numerical sequence
shown. Improperly tightened
wheel nuts could eventually allow
the wheel to come off while the
vehicle is moving, possibly (Continued)
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causing loss of control and
personal injury and property
damage.
When the vehicle, wheel or
fasteners are new, have a
technician tighten wheel stud nuts
and rim clamp nuts with a torque
wrench at 1 040 km (650 mi). This is
necessary because the clamping
system used on the wheels must
seat before the fastener will hold a
uniform clamp load and remain fully
tightened. Also have a technician
tighten wheel stud nuts and rim
clamp nuts with a torque wrench
after installing any wheel.
For diesel engines, in addition, nut
tightness on all wheels should be
set with a torque wrench every
10 400 km (6,500 mi).
For gas engines, in addition, nut
tightness on all wheels should be
set with a torque wrench every
12 000 km (7,500 mi).

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Tightening torque
500 N·m (362 lb·ft)
Wheel Tightening Sequence
Some studs and nuts have left-hand
threads. Those studs are marked on
their ends with the letter "L".
Install valve stems of dual wheels
180 degrees opposite each other. 1. Finger-tighten the nuts.
2. Tighten all nuts to specified torque in order as shown.
Never use oil or grease on the
studs or nuts. 3. If a wheel stud and nut has
been replaced, stake the stud
and nut.
{Warning
To help reduce the risk of losing
vehicle control and personal
injury or death, if any stud has
been damaged as a result of a
loose running wheel, all studs for
that wheel should be replaced.
A loose running wheel may cause
only one stud to break but
damage to other studs may not
be noticeable. If stud holes in a
wheel have become elongated or
distorted, replace the wheel.

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Tire Load and Inflation Table—Gas Engines
TIRES FOR VEHICLES IN HIGHWAY SERVICE
TIRE LOAD LIMITS AT VARIOUS COLD INFLATION PRESSURES
Tire Size Designation Cold Inflation Pressure (psi) 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110
LT215/85R16E Dual Single(lbs) 2470
2680
225/70R19.5F Dual Single(lbs) 3415
3640
225/70R19.5G Dual Single(lbs)
3750
3970
See Wheels and Tires 0308.
Tire Rotation
{Warning
Be sure to check the wheel studs,
wheel nuts and disc wheel for any
abnormality whenever the disc
wheel is removed.
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If you find any abnormal condition
on the wheel studs, wheel nuts or
disc wheel, do not continue to use
the wheel. Contact the nearest
dealer as soon as possible
Tires at different locations wear
differently. For uniform tire wear and
longer tire life, you should rotate the
tires on your vehicle regularly. Make
sure to use tires of the same type on the same axle. If you install tires
of different types on the same axle,
the vehicle may drift right or left
when you apply the brakes.
New tires are more likely to build up
heat and wear faster than old tires,
so they should be installed on the
front axle where the load is smaller.
If there is a difference in diameter
between the inner and outer tires of
a dual-tire wheel, install the smaller
diameter tire inside.

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The difference in diameter of the
tires for a dual-tire wheel should be
within the limit specified in the table
below. If the limit is exceeded, the
tires wear more rapidly than they
should.
Steel Wheels
Aluminum/Steel Wheels
Vehicles with the aluminum wheel
option may have steel wheels on
the inner rear position. These
wheels must only be mounted on
the inner rear positions and should
only be rotated from side to side.
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If differently sized tires are used
between the front and rear axles,
do not exchange tires between
the front and rear axles;
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dangerous because the tires and
disc wheels could break down
under an excessive load. You and
others could be seriously injured.
Permissible diameter difference
Radial tire Within 8 mm (0.31 in)
The tightening torque of the wheel
nuts may decrease after a tire
change due to their initial
settlement. Upon driving 50 to
100 km (31 to 62 mi) after a tire
change, retighten the wheel nuts to
the specified torques according to
the instructions in "Retightening
Wheel Nuts" following.
See Maintenance Schedule 0345.
Retightening Wheel Nuts
Check the wheel nuts to make sure
they are tightened to the specific
torque by using a torque wrench.
Use the following methods to check
loose wheel nuts. The tightening
torque of the wheel nuts may

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{Warning
If you find any abnormal
conditions with the wheel nuts
such as frequent loosening of
retightened nuts, have your
vehicle checked or serviced at the
nearest dealer as soon as
possible.
Fully engage the wheel wrench on a
wheel nut in order to tighten the nut
to the specified torque. However, do
not use a pipe as a handle
extension or your foot to apply force
on the wrench. This would tighten
the nut more than required and
might damage components.
Both under-tightening and
over-tightening of wheel nuts may
cause broken wheel studs or
cracked disc wheels and could lead
to wheel detachment. Adhere to the
specified tightening torques.
When replacing a tire with a new
one, use only a tire of the same
type and size as the replaced tire;
otherwise, driving safety could be affected. Avoid mixed use of
different types or different size tires
at all costs.
If a Tire Goes Flat
When the tire goes flat while driving,
ease off the accelerator pedal, avoid
hard braking, hold on to the steering
wheel firmly, and stop the vehicle.
The tire should be changed in a
safe, open location to prevent
obstructing other vehicles or
pedestrians.
{Warning
If you continue to drive on a flat
tire, undue force will be applied to
the wheel studs, possibly causing
the studs to break and the wheel
to come off. You and others could
be seriously injured.
See “Tire Replacement
Recommendations” underWheels
and Tires 0308.
Jump Starting
Jump Starting - North
America
When the Battery is
Discharged
Use a jumper cable (sold
separately) and the battery of
another vehicle to start the engine in
the following sequence.
{Danger
Follow the precautions listed in
the jump starting instructions
when working on or near the
battery. Personal injury
(particularly to eyes) or property
damage may result from battery
explosion, battery fluid or
electrical (short circuit) burns.
If battery fluid should come in
contact with an eye, immediately
wash away using a large amount
of water and continue washing for
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at least 5 minutes. Following this,
you should seek medical
assistance.
When using tools or other metal
objects in the vicinity of the
battery, take care to prevent them
from coming into contact with the
positive terminal. As the vehicle
itself will conduct electricity, any
such contact can result in a
short-circuit and a highly
dangerous electric shock.
A vehicle battery generates
extremely flammable hydrogen
gas. For this reason, operations
producing sparks or requiring the
usage of an open flame must
never be carried out near a
vehicle battery. Failure to observe
this precaution can result in
explosion if the hydrogen gas
ignites. Whenever wiping up
battery fluid, a damp cloth should
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Batteries produce explosive
gases, contain corrosive acid,
and supply levels of electrical
current high enough to cause
burns. Therefore, to reduce the
risk of personal injury when
working near a battery:
. Always shield your eyes
and avoid leaning over a
battery whenever possible.
. Do not expose a battery to
open flames or sparks.
. Do not allow battery acid to
contact eyes or skin. Flush
any contacted area with
water immediately and
thoroughly, and get
medical help.
. Follow each step in the
jump starting instructions.
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Dilute sulfuric acid is used as the
battery fluid. Special care must be
taken to ensure that this fluid
does not come into contact with
skin, clothing, or metal surfaces.
When disconnecting the cables
from the terminals, start with the
negative terminal. When
connecting them, the negative
terminal should be
reconnected last.
You and others could be seriously
injured.
{Warning
For safety and the protection of
the vehicle, do not push-start the
vehicle.
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Never tow the vehicle to start
because a surge forward when
the engine starts could cause a
collision with the tow vehicle.
Also, this vehicle has a 12-volt
battery, 12-volt starting system
and a negative ground electrical
system; be sure the vehicle or
equipment used to jump start your
engine is also 12-volt. Use of any
other system may damage the
vehicle's electrical components.
Under no circumstances should
the battery's positive and negative
terminals be put in contact with
one another.
When connecting the cables,
under no circumstances should
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Do not disconnect a battery
terminal with the engine running.
It could cause a breakdown in the
electrical system.
You and others could be seriously
injured.
If you notice battery fluid leaking,
have an inspection carried out
immediately by the nearest dealer.
Diesel engine vehicles have more
than one battery because of the
higher torque required to start a
diesel engine. This procedure can
be used to start a single-battery
vehicle from any of the diesel
vehicle's batteries. However, at low
temperatures, it may not be possible
to start a diesel engine from a single
battery from another vehicle. 1. Use a vehicle that has a charged battery with the same
voltage. Make sure that the
other vehicle also has a 12-volt
starting system, and that it is the negative (–) terminal which
is grounded (attached to the
engine block, or frame rail).
2. Position the vehicle with the good (charged) battery so that
the booster (jumper) cables will
reach. But never let the
vehicles touch. Also, be sure
the booster cables to be used
do not have loose or missing
insulation.
3. In both vehicles, turn off the ignition (engine control) switch
and all lights and accessories
except the hazard flasher or
any lights needed for the work
area. In both vehicles, apply
the parking brake firmly and
move the selector lever to the
"P" position.

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Apply the parking brake before
disconnecting from the towing
vehicle. Check and fill rear axle with
oil, if required.
Rear End Towing
When towing a vehicle with rear
wheels raised, secure the steering
wheel to maintain straight-ahead
position. Make certain that the front
axle is not loaded beyond the front
axle gross axle weight rating
(GAWR) as indicated on the
vehicle's VIN and weight rating plate
(diesel) or the vehicle's "Vehicle
Certification and Greenhouse Gas
(GHG) Emissions Plate" (gasoline).
Special Towing Instructions1. All state and local laws regarding such items as
warning signals, night
illumination, speed, etc., must
be followed.
2. Safety chains must be used.
3. No vehicle should ever be towed over 88 km/h (55 mph). 4. Loose or protruding parts of
damaged vehicles should be
secured prior to moving.
5. A safety chain system completely independent of the
primary lifting and towing
attachment must be used.
6. Operators should refrain from going under a vehicle which is
being lifted by the towing
equipment unless the vehicle is
adequately supported by safety
stands.
7. No towing operation which for any reason jeopardizes the
safety of the wrecker operator
or any bystanders or other
motorists should be attempted.Appearance Care
Exterior Care
Exterior Finish
The paint finish on your vehicle
provides beauty, depth of color,
gloss retention and durability.
While cleaning the vehicle, do not
grip the roof marker lights to prevent
damage or water leakage.
Washing
The best way to preserve your
vehicle's finish is to keep it clean by
washing it often.
Wash the vehicle in lukewarm or
cold water. Do not use hot water or
wash your vehicle in the direct rays
of the sun. Do not use strong soap
or chemical detergents. All cleaning
agents should be flushed promptly
from the surface and not allowed to
dry on the finish.
These vehicles are designed to
operate under normal environmental
conditions to withstand natural
elements. However, unusual

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conditions such as high-pressure
car washers may cause water to
enter inside the vehicle. If the
vehicle is operated with foreign
material adhering to the exterior,
this material may react chemically
with paint, resulting in staining,
discoloration, rusting or corrosion of
components. Also, the material may
become trapped within mechanical
components, adversely affecting
their functions or forming an
aerodynamic resistance. In the
following cases, therefore, the
vehicle must be washed and all
foreign matter removed.
.When soot, iron powder, dead
bugs, bird droppings, tree sap or
oily matter from coal tar and
smoke has adhered to painted
surfaces.
. When the vehicle has been
driven in coastal areas.
. When the vehicle has been
driven on roads where road
chemicals have been applied.
. When a large amount of mud or
dirt has adhered to the exterior. To wash the vehicle:
1. Fully turn on the tap, and wash out the undercarriage and
suspension.
2. Close all openings and wash the cab and cargo body panels
using a neutral detergent.
3. Clean wheels and tires using a brush and detergent.
4. After washing away all remaining detergent, use a
shammy or other clean cloth to
fully remove all moisture and
water droplets
{Warning
Follow the manufacturer's advice
whenever cleaning agents or
other chemicals are used, inside
or outside the vehicle. Some
cleaners may be poisonous or
flammable, and improper use may
cause personal injury or damage.
When cleaning the inside or
outside of the vehicle, do not use
volatile cleaning solvents, such as
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acetone, lacquer thinners, enamel
reducers, nail polish removers; or
such cleaning materials as
laundry soaps, bleaches or
reducing agents, except as noted
in the following fabric cleaning
advice on stain removal.
Never use carbon tetrachloride,
gasoline, benzene or naphtha for
any cleaning purpose. Open all
vehicle doors for ventilation when
ANY cleaning agents or other
chemicals are used in the interior.
Overexposure to some vapors
may result in a health problem
that is more likely to occur in
small, unventilated spaces.
You and others could be seriously
injured.
Do not apply water directly in order
to clean the cab interior. Failure to
observe this precaution can result in
malfunction or breakdown of
electronic control units and electrical
components, or in rusting of the cab