TOYOTA 2012 Camry User Manual

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2-5. Driving information

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Selecting tire chains

Use the correct tire chain size when mounting the snow chains.
Chain size is regulated for each tire size.

Side chain:

0.12 in. (3 mm) in diameter

0.39 in. (10 mm) in width

1.18 in. (30 mm) in length

Cross chain:

0.16 in. (4 mm) in diameter

0.55 in. (14 mm) in width

0.98 in. (25 mm) in length

Regulations on the use of tire chains

Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to loca-
tion and type of road. Always check local regulations before installing
chains.

When driving the vehicle

Accelerate the vehicle slowly and drive at a reduced speed suit-
able to road conditions.

When parking the vehicle

Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P without setting the
parking brake. The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it
from being released. If necessary, block the wheels to prevent
inadvertent sliding or creeping.

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