Toyota 2013 RAV4, Руководство пользователя

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When to replace your vehicle’s tires
Tires should be replaced if:
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You have tire damage such as cuts, splits, cracks deep enough to expose
the fabric, and bulges indicating internal damage
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A tire goes flat repeatedly or cannot be properly repaired due to the size or
location of a cut or other damage
If you are not sure, consult with your Toyota dealer.
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Tire life
Any tire over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even if it
has seldom or never been used or damage is not obvious.
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If the tread on snow tires wears down below 4 mm (0.16 in.)
The effectiveness of the tires as snow tires is lost.
CAUTION
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When inspecting or replacing tires
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
Failure to do so may cause damage to parts of the drive train as well as
dangerous handling characteristics, which may lead to an accident resulting
in death or serious injury.
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Do not mix tires of different makes, models or tread patterns.
Also, do not mix tires of remarkably different treadwear.
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Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Toyota.
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Do not mix differently constructed tires (radial, bias-belted or bias-ply
tires).
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Do not mix summer, all season and snow tires.
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Do not use tires that have been used on another vehicle.
Do not use tires if you do not know how they were used previously.
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Vehicles with a compact spare tire: Do not tow if your vehicle has a com-
pact spare tire installed.
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