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4-1. Before driving
●The trailer is level when it is hitched.
Do not drive if the trailer 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 tow-
ing purposes.
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Break-in schedule
Toyota recommends that you do not use a new vehicle or a vehicle with any
new power train components (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bear-
ings, etc.) to tow a trailer for the first 800 km (500 miles) of driving.
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Maintenance
●If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due
to the additional load. (See "Warranty and Service Booklet".)
●Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approximately
1000 km (600 miles) of trailer towing.
WARNING
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To avoid accident or injury
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The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus the weight of cargo) must not
exceed 1300 kg (2866.0 lb.).
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Do not exceed the trailer hitch assembly weight, gross vehicle weight,
gross axle weight and trailer tongue load capacities.
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Never load more weight in the back than in the front of the trailer. About
60% of the load should be in the front half of the trailer, and the remaining
40% in the rear.
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Vehicles with a cruise control: Do not use cruise control when you are tow-
ing.
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Vehicles with a compact spare tire: Do not tow a trailer when the compact
spare tire is installed on your vehicle.