TOYOTA 2010 Yaris User Manual

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

CAUTION

Replacing a flat tire

Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 76 ft·lbf (103
N·m, 10.5 kgf·m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.
Failure to follow these precautions could cause the nuts to loosen and
the wheel may fall off, which could lead to an accident causing death
or serious injury.

When using the compact spare tire

Remember that your compact spare tire is specifically designed for
use with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another
vehicle.

Do not use two compact spare tires simultaneously.

Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possi-
ble.

Avoid sudden acceleration, deceleration and braking, as well as sharp
cornering.

Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact
spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failing
to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or seri-
ous injury.

When the spare tire is attached

The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems
may not operate correctly:

ABS & Brake assist (if equipped)

VSC (if equipped)

TRAC (if equipped)

Cruise Control

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