2011 Toyota Yaris Owners Manual - Page 595

2-5. Driving information CAUTION n Driving with snow tires Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents. Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or serious injury. l Use tires of the size specified for your vehicle. l Maintain the recommended level of air pressure. l Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h) regardless of the type of snow tires being used. l Snow tires should be installed on all wheels. n Driving with snow chains Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents. Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely, and may cause death or serious injury. l Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being used or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower. l Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes. l Avoid sudden turns and braking. l Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle control is maintained. 2 When driving NOTICE n Repairing or replacing snow tires Request repairs of and obtain replacement snow tires from Toyota dealers or legitimate tire retailers. This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the operation of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters. n Fitting tire chains The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly when tire chains are fitted. 171