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03 07.07 If tire grip performance exceeds its capability, or if hydroplaning occurs during high speed driving in front of specified size at appropriate pressure: The anti-lock brake system detects vehicle speeds using the speed sensors for respective wheels' turning speeds. D Driving on ...D Driving with vehicles without an anti-lock brake system, your vehicle may fail to detect the accurate turning speed resulting in surface height. 2003 MR2 from the vehicle in the rain, the anti-lock brake system does not provide vehicle control. Anti-lock brake system is turned to shorten...
03 07.07 If tire grip performance exceeds its capability, or if hydroplaning occurs during high speed driving in front of specified size at appropriate pressure: The anti-lock brake system detects vehicle speeds using the speed sensors for respective wheels' turning speeds. D Driving on ...D Driving with vehicles without an anti-lock brake system, your vehicle may fail to detect the accurate turning speed resulting in surface height. 2003 MR2 from the vehicle in the rain, the anti-lock brake system does not provide vehicle control. Anti-lock brake system is turned to shorten...
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... to the limited-slip differential could possibly occur with another tire type. 138 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) The brake pad wear limit indicators on some models) Some Toyotas are not replaced when necessary. NOTICE Use only a compact spare tire of the same size, construction and load capacity as possible to the other rear...
... to the limited-slip differential could possibly occur with another tire type. 138 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) The brake pad wear limit indicators on some models) Some Toyotas are not replaced when necessary. NOTICE Use only a compact spare tire of the same size, construction and load capacity as possible to the other rear...
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... page 142. 3. For details, see "Tire size" on page 216. 03 07.07 Tire information- -Tire symbols This illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. For details, see "Rotating tires" on page 143. 2. This means the pressure to which a tire may be inflated. For details, see "Checking and replacing tires" on page 213. 5. SB21020b 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) 141...
... page 142. 3. For details, see "Tire size" on page 216. 03 07.07 Tire information- -Tire symbols This illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. For details, see "Rotating tires" on page 143. 2. This means the pressure to which a tire may be inflated. For details, see "Checking and replacing tires" on page 213. 5. SB21020b 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) 141...
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... tube maintains the air pressure. 10.Radial tires or bias-ply tires- A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and air is a summer tire. Manufacturing year 142 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) A radial tire has "RADIAL" on page 152. Summer tire or all season tire has "M+S" on the sidewall. The tire not marked with "RADIAL" is a bias-ply...
... tube maintains the air pressure. 10.Radial tires or bias-ply tires- A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and air is a summer tire. Manufacturing year 142 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) A radial tire has "RADIAL" on page 152. Summer tire or all season tire has "M+S" on the sidewall. The tire not marked with "RADIAL" is a bias-ply...
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... 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) 143 Aspect ratio (tire height to section width) 3. Bead 2. Inner liner 7. Wheel diameter 1. Sidewall 3. Section width 2. Reinforcing rubber 8. Tire construction code (R=Radial, D=Diagonal) 4. Tire height 3. Carcass 9. Wheel diameter (in millimeters) 2. Shoulder 4. Section width (in inch) 5. Load index (2 digits or 3 digits) 6. 03 07.07 -Tire size -Name of each section of tire...
... 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) 143 Aspect ratio (tire height to section width) 3. Bead 2. Inner liner 7. Wheel diameter 1. Sidewall 3. Section width 2. Reinforcing rubber 8. Tire construction code (R=Radial, D=Diagonal) 4. Tire height 3. Carcass 9. Wheel diameter (in millimeters) 2. Shoulder 4. Section width (in inch) 5. Load index (2 digits or 3 digits) 6. 03 07.07 -Tire size -Name of each section of tire...
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... of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the third column of Table 1 that follows A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated Nominal diameter of the bead seat Rim diameter and width The industry of manufacturer's designation for a rim... area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire Intended outboard sidewall Occupant distribution Rim Rim diameter (Wheel diameter) Rim size designation Rim type designation Rim width Vehicle maximum load on the tire Vehicle normal load on the tire Weather side 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) 147
... of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the third column of Table 1 that follows A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated Nominal diameter of the bead seat Rim diameter and width The industry of manufacturer's designation for a rim... area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire Intended outboard sidewall Occupant distribution Rim Rim diameter (Wheel diameter) Rim size designation Rim type designation Rim width Vehicle maximum load on the tire Vehicle normal load on the tire Weather side 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) 147
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... the seat with your vehicle. D For better fuel economy, do not exceed the total load capacity. 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) 149 CAUTION D Never allow anyone to an unrestrained passenger can ...the maximum number of occupants. Depending on the size (weight) and the number of occupants whose weight is not designed for trailer towing. Towing capacity Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with the...capacity given may cause an accident. That may cause not only damage to the tires, but also deterioration to the steering ability and braking ability, which may exceed the...
... the seat with your vehicle. D For better fuel economy, do not exceed the total load capacity. 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) 149 CAUTION D Never allow anyone to an unrestrained passenger can ...the maximum number of occupants. Depending on the size (weight) and the number of occupants whose weight is not designed for trailer towing. Towing capacity Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with the...capacity given may cause an accident. That may cause not only damage to the tires, but also deterioration to the steering ability and braking ability, which may exceed the...
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... in snow and to replace all four tires. 2. D Do not use all season tires on your vehicle is originally equipped with. 1. All season tires All season tires are designed to provide better traction in loss of control. 152 2003 MR2 from the originals as for driving on snow...can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting in loss of the sizes different from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) For driving on snow-covered or icy roads. Summer tires Summer tires are inadequate for use tires other than the manufacture's designated tires, and never mix tires or wheels of control.
... in snow and to replace all four tires. 2. D Do not use all season tires on your vehicle is originally equipped with. 1. All season tires All season tires are designed to provide better traction in loss of control. 152 2003 MR2 from the originals as for driving on snow...can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting in loss of the sizes different from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) For driving on snow-covered or icy roads. Summer tires Summer tires are inadequate for use tires other than the manufacture's designated tires, and never mix tires or wheels of control.
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... only be used temporary because the wheel differs from the standard tire. 214 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) D Use the jack only for use on ...not put an object on the passenger side of the vehicle. D Do not raise the vehicle with a deflated tire. D Raise the vehicle only high enough to fall off the jack and cause personal injury. D Never get...spare tire with turning direction indicators D Make sure to set the jack properly in the vehicle. This spare tire has the same size and the same turning direction as the standard tire of the front passenger side. 03 07.07 -Spare tire with...
... only be used temporary because the wheel differs from the standard tire. 214 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) D Use the jack only for use on ...not put an object on the passenger side of the vehicle. D Do not raise the vehicle with a deflated tire. D Raise the vehicle only high enough to fall off the jack and cause personal injury. D Never get...spare tire with turning direction indicators D Make sure to set the jack properly in the vehicle. This spare tire has the same size and the same turning direction as the standard tire of the front passenger side. 03 07.07 -Spare tire with...
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Raising the vehicle with a deflated tire. Driving even a short distance can damage a tire and wheel beyond repair. This spare tire has the same size and the same turning direction as the standard tire of a uni-directional type and is supported by the jack alone. D Use the jack only for use... the vehicle with someone in the jack point. However, the spare tire must only be used temporary because the wheel differs from the standard tire. 168 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) 03 07.07 -Spare tire with turning direction indicators D Make sure to set the jack properly in...
Raising the vehicle with a deflated tire. Driving even a short distance can damage a tire and wheel beyond repair. This spare tire has the same size and the same turning direction as the standard tire of a uni-directional type and is supported by the jack alone. D Use the jack only for use... the vehicle with someone in the jack point. However, the spare tire must only be used temporary because the wheel differs from the standard tire. 168 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) 03 07.07 -Spare tire with turning direction indicators D Make sure to set the jack properly in...
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... for at least 3 hours and has not been driven for checking tire inflation pressure should be checked only when the tires are cold. You should be observed: D The pressure should check the tire inflation pressures every two weeks, or at the proper level. They ...The recommended cold tire inflation pressures, tire sizes and the combined weight of the tire and loading information label is affixed on the tire and loading information label. The following instructions for more than 1.5 km or 1 mile since, you will get an accurate cold tire inflation pressure reading. 2003 MR2 from Aug. ...
... for at least 3 hours and has not been driven for checking tire inflation pressure should be checked only when the tires are cold. You should be observed: D The pressure should check the tire inflation pressures every two weeks, or at the proper level. They ...The recommended cold tire inflation pressures, tire sizes and the combined weight of the tire and loading information label is affixed on the tire and loading information label. The following instructions for more than 1.5 km or 1 mile since, you will get an accurate cold tire inflation pressure reading. 2003 MR2 from Aug. ...
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... or cannot be properly repaired due to the size or location of skidding. Tires deteriorate with proper tire pressure. Vehicles equipped with 185/55R15 or 215/45R16 tires: Your Toyota has been fitted with specially developed tires which are not sure, consult with a deflated tire. Therefore, pay attention to its tire wheel when receiving impact from Aug. '03... or other road hazards. You may also notice that your riding comfort may worsen a little and road noise may have never or seldom been used. 2003 MR2 from the road surface. z Be sure to 1.6 mm (0.06 in Section 8.
... or cannot be properly repaired due to the size or location of skidding. Tires deteriorate with proper tire pressure. Vehicles equipped with 185/55R15 or 215/45R16 tires: Your Toyota has been fitted with specially developed tires which are not sure, consult with a deflated tire. Therefore, pay attention to its tire wheel when receiving impact from Aug. '03... or other road hazards. You may also notice that your riding comfort may worsen a little and road noise may have never or seldom been used. 2003 MR2 from the road surface. z Be sure to 1.6 mm (0.06 in Section 8.
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...size and construction, and the same or greater maximum load as this may cause dangerous handling characteristics resulting in loss of either the front axle or the rear axle, whichever greater. REPLACING YOUR TIRES When replacing a tire, use tires of control. Using any other than 1/2 of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) of control. 2003 MR2... from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) 215 Otherwise, an accident may seriously affect handling, ride, speedometer/odometer calibration, ground clearance, and clearance between the body and tires or snow chains. D Do...
...size and construction, and the same or greater maximum load as this may cause dangerous handling characteristics resulting in loss of either the front axle or the rear axle, whichever greater. REPLACING YOUR TIRES When replacing a tire, use tires of control. Using any other than 1/2 of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) of control. 2003 MR2... from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) 215 Otherwise, an accident may seriously affect handling, ride, speedometer/odometer calibration, ground clearance, and clearance between the body and tires or snow chains. D Do...
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...tire rotation may affect vehicle handling and tire life. Tires with front to rear, left to the designated side will impair the tire performance. The spare tire- SB72017 Turning direction Turning direction indicators SB72019 216 2003 MR2 ...tires Toyota recommends all four tires, or at least both front or rear tires be used for tire rotation. The tire is designed for temporary use and should also be used for tire rotation. The tire is a uni-directional type and cannot be replaced as with turning direction indicator- Do not rotate the tires as the tire sizes...
...tire rotation may affect vehicle handling and tire life. Tires with front to rear, left to the designated side will impair the tire performance. The spare tire- SB72017 Turning direction Turning direction indicators SB72019 216 2003 MR2 ...tires Toyota recommends all four tires, or at least both front or rear tires be used for tire rotation. The tire is designed for temporary use and should also be used for tire rotation. The tire is a uni-directional type and cannot be replaced as with turning direction indicator- Do not rotate the tires as the tire sizes...
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... 215/45R16 tires, use genuine Toyota tire chains or equivalent for possible restrictions. TIRE CHAIN SELECTION Use the tire chains which could damage the vehicle body. On wet or dry roads, conventional tires provide better traction than the size, as the originally installed tires. Do not use of tire chains vary according to location or type of snow tires. 2003 MR2 from...
... 215/45R16 tires, use genuine Toyota tire chains or equivalent for possible restrictions. TIRE CHAIN SELECTION Use the tire chains which could damage the vehicle body. On wet or dry roads, conventional tires provide better traction than the size, as the originally installed tires. Do not use of tire chains vary according to location or type of snow tires. 2003 MR2 from...
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...a tubeless tire. 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) CAUTION D Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or the chain manufacturer's recommended speed limit, whichever is not recommended as the tire. Also...the rear tires as tightly as use of chains may adversely affect vehicle handling. Never use tire chains on your Toyota dealer. When installing chains on the front tires. If you...taken to ensure that the wheels are available at your tires, carefully follow the instructions of the vehicle. A wheel of a different size or type may adversely affect handling, wheel and bearing life...
...a tubeless tire. 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) CAUTION D Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or the chain manufacturer's recommended speed limit, whichever is not recommended as the tire. Also...the rear tires as tightly as use of chains may adversely affect vehicle handling. Never use tire chains on your Toyota dealer. When installing chains on the front tires. If you...taken to ensure that the wheels are available at your tires, carefully follow the instructions of the vehicle. A wheel of a different size or type may adversely affect handling, wheel and bearing life...
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... check your wheels, use wheels other than the manufacturer's recommended size, as this may occur resulting in loss of control. D When using tire chains, be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels. Do not use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer. ...D Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for damage. 03 07.07 CAUTION Observe the following instructions. If damaged, replace immediately. 2003 MR2 ...
... check your wheels, use wheels other than the manufacturer's recommended size, as this may occur resulting in loss of control. D When using tire chains, be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels. Do not use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer. ...D Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for damage. 03 07.07 CAUTION Observe the following instructions. If damaged, replace immediately. 2003 MR2 ...
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..." through "Aluminum wheel precautions", page 211 through 219 in Section 7-2. 242 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) 03 07.07 Tires Tire size and cold tire inflation pressure: Except spare tire Tire size Front Rear Spare tire Tire size 185/55R15 81V Tire inflation pressure kPa (kgf/cm 2 or bar, psi) 180 (1.8, 26) Wheel size 15 6JJ 185/55R15 81V 215/45R16 86W...
..." through "Aluminum wheel precautions", page 211 through 219 in Section 7-2. 242 2003 MR2 from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM17511U) 03 07.07 Tires Tire size and cold tire inflation pressure: Except spare tire Tire size Front Rear Spare tire Tire size 185/55R15 81V Tire inflation pressure kPa (kgf/cm 2 or bar, psi) 180 (1.8, 26) Wheel size 15 6JJ 185/55R15 81V 215/45R16 86W...