Matching Trailer Ball Height To Trailer Coupler Height; Before Towing - Toyota fj cruiser 2012 Service Manual

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Matching trailer ball height to trailer coupler height

Before towing

Check that the following conditions are met:
Ensure that your vehicle's tires are properly inflated. (→P. 491)
Trailer tires are inflated according to the trailer manufacturer's recom-
mendation.
All trailer lights work as required by law.
All lights work each time you connect them.
The trailer ball is set at the proper height for the coupler on the trailer.
The vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is hitched.
Do not drive if the vehicle is not level, and check for improper tongue
weight, overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
The trailer cargo is securely loaded.
The rear view mirrors conform to all applicable federal, state/provincial or
local regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors appropriate for
towing purposes.
No matter which class of tow hitch
applies, for a more safe trailer hookup,
the trailer ball setup must be the proper
height for the coupler on the trailer.
Coupler
Trailer ball
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