Trailer Towing; Weight Limits; Towing Hitch/Bracket; To Prevent An Accident - Toyota Avensis Owner's Manual

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2-5. Driving information

Trailer towing

The strain of towing a trailer will have a negative impact on the run-

ning performance, handling, fuel consumption and endurance of

your vehicle. Use the vehicle features in the correct manner and

operate the vehicle with care for safer driving and optimal comfort.

Damage and/or malfunctions that occur as a result of towing per-

formed for commercial purposes are not covered by the Toyota war-

Ask your local authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly

qualified and equipped professional, for further details before tow-

ing, as there are additional legal requirements in some countries.

Check the allowable towing capacity, GVM (Gross Vehicle

Mass), MPAC (Maximum Permissible Axle Capacity), and per-

missible drawbar load before towing. (P. 740)

Toyota recommends the use of the Toyota hitch/bracket for your

vehicle. Other products of a suitable nature and comparable

quality may also be used.

The handling of the vehicle will feel different when towing a

trailer. Beware of the 3 most common causes of towing-related

accidents: driver error, excessive speed, and overloading.

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