2003 Toyota Highlander Owners Manual - Page 228

'03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) -After changing wheels 11. Check the air pressure of the replaced tire. Adjust the air pressure to the specification designated on page 289 in Section 8. If the pressure is lower, drive slowly to the nearest service station and fill to the correct pressure. Do not forget to reinstall the tire inflation valve cap as dirt and moisture could get into the valve core and possibly cause air leakage. If the cap is missing, have a new one put on as soon as possible. 12. Restow all the tools and jack securely. As soon after changing wheels as possible, tighten the wheel nuts to the torque specified on page 289 in Section 8 with a torque wrench. Have a technician repair the flat tire. If your vehicle becomes stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it forward and backward. If your vehicle is equipped with the traction control system, turn off the system to become unstuck. (For details, see "Traction control system" on page 119 in Section 1−6.) NOTICE If you rock your vehicle, observe the following precautions to prevent damage to the transmission and other parts. z Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting the selector lever or before the transmission is completely shifted to forward or reverse gear. z Do not race the engine and avoid spinning the wheels. z If your vehicle remains stuck after rocking the vehicle several times, consider other ways such as towing. CAUTION Do not attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it forward and backward if people or objects are anywhere near the vehicle. During the rocking operation the vehicle may suddenly move forward or backward as it becomes unstuck, causing injury or damage to nearby people or objects. CAUTION Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their storage location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision or sudden braking. 228 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U)