2009 Toyota Prius Owners Manual - Page 414

OM47614U_PRIUS_U.book Page 387 Monday, January 11, 2010 11:02 AM 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION n Proper inflation is critical to save tire performance Keep your tires properly inflated. Otherwise, the following conditions may occur and result in an accident causing death or serious injury. l Excessive wear l Uneven wear l Poor handling l Possibility of blowouts resulting from overheated tires l Poor sealing of the tire bead l Wheel deformation and/or tire separation l A greater possibility of tire damage from road hazards NOTICE n When inspecting and adjusting tire inflation pressure 4 Be sure to reinstall the tire valve caps. Without the valve caps, dirt or moisture could get into the valve and cause air leakage, which could result in an accident. If the caps have been lost, replace them as soon as possible. Maintenance and care 387 PRIUS_U_(OM47614U)