Toyota Scion iQ EV, Owner'S Manual

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5-6. Driving tips
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Tire chain installation
Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains:
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Install and remove tire chains in a safe location.
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Install tire chains on the front tires only. Do not install tire chains on the rear
tires.
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Install tire chains on front tires as tightly as possible. Retighten chains after
driving 1/4
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1/2 mile (0.5
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1.0 km).
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Install tire chains following the instructions provided with the tire chains.
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If wheel ornaments are used, they will be scratched by the chain band, so
remove the ornaments before putting on the chains. (
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P. 271)
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Cooling fan
Snow may enter from the opening of the front bumper and so forth, and may
adhere to the cooling fan. Press and check whether the cooling fan is
operating. If the cooling fan does not operate, it is possible that the cooling
fan is frozen. (However, when outside temperature is below 14°F [-10°C], the
cooling fan may not operate)
If the cooling fan is frozen, remove any snow and ice from the cooling fan
area.
CAUTION
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Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or
serious injury.
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Use tires of the specified size.
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Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
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Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of
snow tires being used.
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Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.
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Do not mix tires of different marks, models, tread patterns or treadwear.