snow chains TOYOTA VENZA 2009 Owners Manual (in English)

231 2-4. Using other driving systems
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■EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel operates, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be
heard.
This does not indicate a malfunction.
■ Reduced effectiveness of EPS
The effectiveness of EPS is reduced to prevent the system from overheating
when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of time. The
steering wheel may feel heavy as a result. Should this occur, refrain from
excessive steering input or stop the vehicle and turn the engine off. The sys-
tem should return to normal within 10 minutes.
CAUTION
■The ABS does not operate effectively when
● The limits of tire 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 ope rating on the wet or slick roads
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
■ TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the TRAC is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
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Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.

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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 tire inflation 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.
■ Driving with tire 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, as use of chains may adversely affect
vehicle handling.
● Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle con-
trol is maintained.

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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.

524 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■If the tire pressure warning system is inoperative
The tire pressure warning system will become inoperative in the follow-
ing conditions:
(When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.)
●If tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmit-
ters are used.
●If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is
not registered in the tire pressure warning computer.
●If the tire inflation pressure is 73 psi (500 kPa, 5.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) or
higher.
The tire pressure warning system may become inoperative in the follow-
ing conditions:
(When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.)
●If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies
are nearby.
●If a radio set at similar frequencies is in use in the vehicle.
●If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
●If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the
wheels or wheel housings.
●If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used. (Even if you use Toyota
wheels, the tire pressu re warning system may not work properly with
some types of tires.)
●If tire chains are used.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identifi
ed by the label “TEMPORARY USE
ONLY” on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the compact spare
tire. ( P. 570)
■When using the compact spare tire
As the spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, low inflatio n pressure of the spare tire will not be warned.
Also, if you replace the compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning
light comes on, the light remains on.
■If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice
Install the compact spare tire on the rear of the vehicle. Perform the fol-
lowing steps and fit tire chains to the front tires.
Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of
the vehicle.
Fit tire chains to the front tires.
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612 Alphabetical index
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Smart key systemEntry function ..........................28
Starting the engine ........163, 167
Spare tire Inflation pressure...................468
Storage location .................... 529
Spark plug ................................566
Specifications...........................560
Speech command switch
*...... 351
Speedometer ............................ 178
Steering Adjustment .............................. 84
Audio switches ......................313
Column lock release..............165
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 491
Wattage .................................571
Storage feature.........................388
Storage precautions ................238
Stuck
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...................................556
Sun visors.................................400
Sunshade Roof......................................... 96
Switch Engine switch ................163, 167
Fog light switch ..................... 214
Ignition switch................163, 167
Light switches........................ 202
Power back door .....................59
Power door lock switch ...........54
Power window switch ..............90
Rear window wiper and washer switch ..................... 217
Window lock switch ................. 90
Wipers and washer switch ....215 Tachometer .............................. 178
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 491
Switch ................................... 202
Wattage................................. 571
Talk switch
*............................. 351
Telephone switch
*.................. 351
Theft deterrent system Alarm..................................... 104
Engine immobilizer system ... 101
Theft prevention labels ........... 107
Tire inflation pressure ............. 468
Tire pressure warning system .................................... 462
Tire information
Glossary ................................ 582
Size ....................................... 578
Tire identification number...... 577
Uniform tire quality grading ... 580
Tires Chains ................................... 245
Checking ............................... 461
If you have a flat tire.............. 529
Inflation pressure .................. 468
Information ............................ 575
Pressure warning system...... 462
Replacing .............................. 529
Rotating tires ......................... 461
Size ....................................... 569
Snow tires ............................. 245
Spare tire .............................. 529
Tonneau cover ......................... 409
Tools ......................................... 529
Total load capacity .................. 243
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 262
Emergency towing ................ 505
Trailer towing ........................ 250
TRAC ......................................... 226
Traction control ....................... 226
Trailer towing ........................... 250
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