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When driving in snow , if frozen snow starts to stick on the surface of the windshield despite wiper operation , use the defroster with the airflow selection in “ ” and the temperature set for maximum warmth . After the windshield gets warmed enough to melt the frozen snow on it , wash it away using the windshield washer . Refer to “ Windshield washer ” FP248 . |
Snow stuck on the wiper arm prevents the wiper from working effectively . If snow is stuck on the wiper arm , pull off the road to a safe place , then remove it . If you stop the vehicle at road side , use the hazard warning flasher to alert other drivers . Refer to “ Hazard warning flasher ” FP170 .
We recommend use of non-freezing type wiper blades ( winter blades ) during the seasons you could have snow and freezing temperatures . Blades of this type give superior wiping performance in snowy conditions . Be sure to use blades that are suitable for your vehicle .
CAUTION
During high-speed driving , nonfreezing type wiper blades may not perform as well as standard wiper blades . If this happens , reduce the vehicle speed .
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NOTE
When the season requiring non-freezing type wiper blades is over , replace them with standard wiper blades .
& Corrosion protection
Refer to “ Corrosion protection ” FP480 .
& Snow tires
WARNING
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. When replacing or installing winter tire ( s ), all four tires must be the same for following items .
( a ) Size ( b ) Speed symbol ( c ) Load index ( d ) Circumference ( e ) Construction ( f ) Manufacturer ( g ) Brand ( tread pattern ) ( h ) Degrees of wear
For the items ( a ) to ( c ), you must obey the specification that is printed on the tire inflation pressure label . The tire inflation pressure label is located on the driver ’ s door pillar .
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If all the four tires are not the same for items ( a ) to ( h ), serious mechanical damage could be caused to the drivetrain of the car , and affect the followings .
– Ride – Handling – Braking
– Speedometer / Odometer calibration
– Clearance between the body and tires
It also may be dangerous and lead to loss of vehicle control , and it can lead to an accident .
. Do not use a combination of radial , belted bias or bias tires since it may cause dangerous handling characteristics and lead to an accident .
Your vehicle is equipped with “ all season tires ” as original equipment , which are designed to provide an adequate measure of traction , handling and braking performance in year-round driving . In winter , it may be possible to enhance performance through use of tires designed specifically for winter driving conditions .
When you choose to install winter tires on
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