Before Performing Emergency Repair - Toyota Avensis Owner's Manual

Before performing emergency repair

 In the following cases, the tire cannot be repaired with the emergency
tire puncture repair kit. Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
 When the tire is damaged due to driving without sufficient air pressure
 When there are any cracks or damage at any location on the tire, such as
on the side wall, except the tread
 When the tire is visibly separated from the wheel
 When the cut or damage to the tread is 4 mm (0.16 in.) long or more
When the wheel is damaged
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 When two or more tires have been punctured
 When 2 or more sharp objects such as nails or screws have passed
through the tread on a single tire
 When the sealant has expired
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Check the degree of the tire
damage.
• Do not remove the nail or
screw from the tire. Removing
the object may widen the
opening and prevent emer-
gency repair with the repair kit.
• Type A: To avoid sealant leak-
age, move the vehicle until the
area of the puncture, if known,
is positioned at the top of the
tire.
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