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2-5. Driving information
NOTICE
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When installing a trailer hitch
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Use only the position recommended by your Toyota dealer. Do not install
the trailer hitch on the bumper; this may cause body damage.
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Do not use axle-mounted hitches, as they can cause damage to the axle
housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires.
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Brakes
Toyota recommends trailers with brakes that conform to all applicable fed-
eral and state/provincial regulations.
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Do not directly splice trailer lights
Directly splicing trailer lights may damage your vehicle's electrical system
and cause a malfunction.
Trailer towing tips
Your vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. In order to
avoid accident, death or serious injury, keep the following in mind
when towing:
● Before starting out, check the trailer lights and the vehicle-trailer
connections. Recheck after driving a short distance.
● Practice turning, stopping and reversing with the trailer attached in
an area away from traffic until you become accustomed to the feel
of the vehicle.
● Reversing with a trailer attached is difficult and requires practice.
Grip the bottom of the steering wheel and move your hand to the left
to move the trailer to the left. Move your hand to the right to move
the trailer to right. (This is generally opposite to reversing without a
trailer attached.) Avoid sharp or prolonged turning. Have someone
guide you when reversing to reduce the risk of an accident.
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