tire pressure TOYOTA TUNDRA 2010 2.G Owners Manual

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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior............ 512
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior............. 514
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ..................... 517
General maintenance.......... 519
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................... 522
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 523
Hood ................................... 527
Engine compartment ........... 528
Tires .................................... 542
Tire inflation pressure ......... 549
Wheels ................................ 553
Air conditioning filter............ 555
Wireless remote control battery ............................... 558
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 560
Light bulbs........................... 571 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers............ 584
If your vehicle needs to be towed................................ 585
If you think something is wrong ............................... 591
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 592
Event data recorder ............ 593
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 595
If a warning message is displayed (vehicles
with multi-information
display) ............................. 604
If you have a flat tire ........... 608
If the engine will not start.... 625
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................... 627
If you lose your keys........... 630
If the vehicle battery is discharged........................ 631
If your vehicle overheats .... 634
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 637
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ........................ 638
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises

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Tires
●Rotation
● Replacement
● Inflation pressure
● Information
P. 542
P. 608
P. 549, 666
P. 673
Fuel filler door P. 109
Back windowP. 100
Side doors P. 47
: If equipped
Tailgate P. 52
License plate lights P. 213
Stop/tail and rear side
marker lights
P. 213
Rear turn signal
lights
P. 191
Cargo lamps P. 446

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Tires
●Rotation
● Replacement
● Inflation pressure
● Information
P. 542
P. 608
P. 549, 666
P. 673
Fuel filler door P. 109
Back window
Power back window
P. 100
P. 101
Side doors P. 47
: If equipped
Tailgate P. 52
License plate lights P. 213
Rear turn signal
lights
P. 191
Cargo lamps P. 446Stop/tail and rear side
marker lights
P. 213

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Tires
●Rotation
● Replacement
● Inflation pressure
● Information
P. 542
P. 608
P. 549, 666
P. 673
Fuel filler door P. 109
Power back windowP. 101
Side doors P. 47
: If equipped
Tailgate P. 52
License plate lights P. 213
Rear turn signal
lights
P. 191
Cargo lamps P. 446Stop/tail and rear side
marker lights
P. 213

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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch
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P. 213
P. 191
P. 217
Windshield wipers and
washer switch
P. 218
Parking brake pedal P. 192
Gauges and meters P. 194
Hood lock release lever P. 527
Tire pressure warning reset
switch
P. 543
Passenger airbag off
switch
2 P. 132
SRS knee
airbag
P. 120
SRS knee airbag P. 120

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CAUTION
Any of the following conditions may result in an accident which could cause
death or serious injury.
■The ABS does not operate effectively when
●The limits of the gripping performance have been exceeded.
● The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on the wet or slick
road.
■ Stopping distance when the ABS is operating will exceed that of nor-
mal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you in the following situ-
ations.
● When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
● When driving with tire chains
● When driving over bumps in the road
● When driving over roads with pothol es or roads with uneven roads
■ When VSC is activated
The slip indicator flashes and a warning buzzer sounds. Always drive care-
fully. Reckless driving may cause an accident. Exercise particular care when
the indicator flashes and a buzzer sounds.
■ TRAC or A-TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if TRAC or A-TRAC is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
■ Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the same size, brand, tread pattern and total
load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the appro-
priate tire pressure level.
The ABS and VSC will not function correctly if different tires are fitted on the
vehicle.
Contact your Toyota dealer for further information when replacing tires or
wheels.

262 2-5. Driving information
Regulations on the use of snow chains● Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to loca-
tion and type of road. Always check local regu lations before install-
ing chains.
● Install the chains on the rear tires.
● Retighten the chains after drivi ng 1/4 - 1/2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km).
■Snow chain installation
Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains.
●Install and remove tire chains in a safe location.
● Install tire chains on the rear tires only. Do not install tire chains on the
front tires.
● Install tire chains following the instructions provided in the accompanying
instructions.
CAUTION
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or
serious injury.
●Use tires of the size specified for your vehicle.
● Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
● Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h) regardless of the type of
snow tires being used.
● Snow tires should be installed on all wheels.
● 4WD models:
Do not mix tires of different makes, models, tread patterns or treadwear.

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When driving
CAUTION
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Driving with snow chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely,
and may cause death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being
used or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.
● Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
● Avoid sudden turns and braking.
● Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle con-
trol is maintained.
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs of and obtain replac ement snow tires from Toyota deal-
ers or legitimate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and atta chment of snow tires affects the
operation of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
■Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function cor-
rectly when tire chains are fitted.

Maintenance and care4
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ......... 512
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .......... 514
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................. 517
General maintenance....... 519
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 522
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 523
Hood ................................ 527
Engine compartment ........ 528
Tires ................................. 542
Tire inflation pressure ...... 549
Wheels ............................. 553
Air conditioning filter......... 555
Wireless remote control battery ............................ 558
Checking and replacing fuses .............................. 560
Light bulbs........................ 571

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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors • Operate smoothly?
Engine hood • The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks • Is there any leakage after park-
ing?
Tire • Inflation pressure is correct?
• Tire surfaces not worn or dam-
aged?
• Tires rotated according to the maintenance schedule?
• Wheel nuts are not loose?
CAUTION
■ If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.