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Thursday, January 12, 2012

toyota new car guide

test period
ride with the usual, and avoid high-speed
Your vehicle does not require a complicated test period. but by following some simple instructions during the first 1000 km, will be able to help the savings and durability of your vehicle in the future.
a. Avoid at start, with the acceleration at full throttle
b. Avoid harsh braking for 300 miles first.
c. do not drive at low speeds using high gear

fuel
selection of the right fuel, it is crucial to the achievement of a satisfactory engine capabilities.
engine damage caused by the use of improper fuel, not on the responsibility to guarantee the new vehicles by the Toyota
type of fuel
use only unleaded fuel. Do not use fuel that contains lead. use of fuels containing lead will cause the three-way catalytic converter loses efectivitasnya and emission control system is not functioning properly. also, this can add to your Toyota vehicle maintenance costs.

the octane number
choose unleaded fuel with octane number (research octane number) 90 or higher.
use of fuel with octan number lower than specified will result in knocking, if the problem is too severe, will result in damage to the machine.
If you have a car engine knocking
If you detect any excessive knocking even if you have been using fuel that has been recommended, or if you listen to the voice that kept knocking - constantly driving at a steady pace on a flat road, consult with your Toyota dealer.
however, at this time and later, you'll hear a little knocking lightly in a short time during acceleration or driving uphill, this is normal and nothing to worry.