Toyota 2008 FJ Cruiser Owner's Manual page 201

CAUTION
n When towing a trailer
If the total trailer weight exceeds 1000 lb. (453 kg), trailer brakes are
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required.
Never tap into your vehicle's hydraulic system, as this will lower the vehi-
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cle's braking effectiveness.
Never tow a trailer without using a safety chain securely attached to both
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the trailer and the vehicle. If damage occurs to the coupling unit or hitch
ball, there is danger of the trailer wandering into another lane.
NOTICE
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.
Brakes
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Toyota recommends trailers with brakes that conform to any applicable fed-
eral and state/provincial regulations.
n Safety chain
A safety chain must always be used between the towing vehicle and the
trailer. Leave sufficient slack in the chain for turns. The chain should cross
under the trailer tongue to prevent the tongue from dropping to the ground in
the case that it becomes damaged or separated. For the correct safety chain
installation procedure, ask your Toyota dealer.
n Do not directly splice trailer lights
Directly splicing trailer lights may damage your vehicle's electrical system
and cause a malfunction.
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