Toyota 4runner 2009 User Manual page 216

2-5. Driving information
Towing related term
Towing related term
GVWR (Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating)
GAWR (Gross Axle
Weight Rating)
GCWR (Gross
Combination Weight
Rating)
Gross trailer weight
Towing capacity
Tongue load
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The maximum allowable gross vehicle weight. The
gross vehicle weight is the total weight of the
vehicle. When towing a trailer, it is the sum of the
vehicle weight (including the occupants, cargo and
any optional equipment installed on the vehicle) and
the tongue load.
The maximum allowable gross axle weight. The
gross axle weight is the load placed on each axle
(front and rear).
The maximum allowable gross combination weight.
The gross combination weight is the sum of the total
vehicle weight (including the occupants, cargo and
any optional equipment installed on the vehicle) and
the weight of the trailer being towed (including the
cargo in the trailer).
The sum of the trailer weight and the weight of the
cargo in the trailer.
The maximum allowable gross trailer weight. Towing
capacity is calculated considering base vehicle with
necessary vehicle equipment and 150 pound driver.
Additional optional equipment, passengers and
cargo in the vehicle will reduce the towing capacity,
gross trailer weight includes the trailer, cargo and
necessary equipment for towing.
The load placed on the trailer hitch ball.
Meaning