Toyota FJ Cruiser Instructions For Adjusting And Operating page 173

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Before towing
Check that the following conditions are met:
l Ensure that your vehicle's tires are properly inflated. ( P. 370)
l Trailer tires should be inflated according to the trailer manufacturer 's rec−
ommendation.
All trailer lights work to be legal.
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l Confirm all lights work each time you connect them.
The trailer ball is set up at the proper height for the coupler on the trailer.
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l Check that your 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 load, overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
l Make sure the trailer cargo is securely loaded.
Check that your rear view mirrors conform to any federal, state/provincial
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or local regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors appropriate for
towing purposes.
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Break−in schedule
l Toyota recommends that you do not use a new vehicle or a vehicle with
any new power train components (engine, transmission, differential,
wheel bearings, etc.) to tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of
driving.
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Maintenance
l If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance
due to the additional load. (See "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or
"Owner 's Manual Supplement".)
l Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approxi−
mately 600 miles (1000 km).
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