2005 Toyota Avalon Owners Manual - Page 360

'05 AVALON_U (L/O 0501) Side chain Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to location or type of road, so always check local regulations before installing chains. CAUTION D Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or the chain manufacturer's recommended speed limit, whichever is lower. NOTICE Cross chain If the wrong combination of tire and chain is used, the chains could damage the vehicle body. CHAIN INSTALLATION Install the chains on the front tires as tightly as possible. Do not use tire chains on the rear tires. Retighten chains after driving 0.5-1.0 km (1/4-1/2 mile). When installing chains on your tires, carefully follow the instructions of the chain manufacturer. If wheel covers are used, they will be scratched by the chain band, so remove the covers before putting on the chains. D Drive carefully avoiding bumps, holes, and sharp turns, which may cause the vehicle to bounce. braking, as use of chains may adversely affect vehicle handling. D Avoid sharp turns or locked- wheel D When driving with chains installed, be sure to drive carefully. Slow down before entering curves to avoid losing control of the vehicle. Otherwise an accident may occur. TIRE CHAIN SELECTION Use the tire chains of correct size. For P215/60R16 and P215/55R17 tires, use the following type chains. A B C D E F Diameter of side chain Width of side chain Length of side chain Diameter of cross chain Width of cross chain Length of cross chain mm (in.) 3 (0.12) 10 (0.39) 30 (1.18) 4 (0.16) 14 (0.55) 25 (0.98) NOTICE Do not attempt to use a tire chain on the compact spare tire, as it may result in damage to the vehicle as well as the tire. 360 2005 AVALON from Jan. '05 Prod. (OM41408U)