snow chains TOYOTA VENZA 2011 Owners Manual (in English)

228 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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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 (do not fit tire chains on to the
rear tires).
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.

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When driving
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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 replacement 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.

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When trouble arises
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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 be disabled in the following condi-
tions:
(When the condition be
comes 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 be disabled in the following condi-
tions:
(When the condition be comes 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.

582 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identified 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 pressu re of the compact spare
tire. ( P. 620)
■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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674 Alphabetical index
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Side marker lightsReplacing light bulbs ............. 537
Switch.................................... 198
Wattage .................................621
Side mirror Adjusting and folding ............... 82
Smart key system Entry function ..........................28
Starting the engine ........159, 163
Spare tire Inflation pressure...................513
Storage location .................... 576
Spark plug ................................616
Specifications...........................608
Speech command switch
*...... 394
Speedometer ............................ 174
Steering Adjustment .............................. 79
Audio switches ......................334
Column lock release..............161
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 537
Wattage .................................621
Storage feature.........................434
Storage precautions ................235
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck ...................................603
Sun visors.................................445
Sunshade Roof......................................... 92
Switch Engine switch ................159, 163
Fog light switch ..................... 209
Ignition switch................159, 163
Light switches........................ 198
Power back door .....................54
Power door lock switch ...........49
Power window switch ..............85 Rear window wiper and
washer switch ..................... 212
Window lock switch ................. 85
Wipers and washer switch .... 210
Tachometer .............................. 174
Tail lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 537
Switch ................................... 198
Wattage................................. 621
Talk switch
*............................. 394
Telephone switch
*.................. 394
Theft deterrent system Alarm..................................... 100
Engine immobilizer system ..... 97
Theft prevention labels ........... 104
Tire inflation pressure ............. 513
Tire pressure warning system .................................... 507
Tire information Glossary ................................ 632
Size ....................................... 628
Tire identification number...... 627
Uniform tire quality grading ... 630
Tires Chains ................................... 242
Checking ............................... 506
If you have a flat tire.............. 576
Inflation pressure .................. 513
Information ............................ 625
Pressure warning system...... 507
Replacing .............................. 576
Rotating tires ......................... 506
Size ....................................... 619
Snow tires ............................. 242
Spare tire .............................. 576
Tonneau cover ......................... 455
Tools ......................................... 576
Total load capacity .................. 240
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