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Before towing
Check that the following conditions are met:
Ensure that your vehicle's tires are properly inflated. (→P. 553)
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Trailer tires should be inflated according to the trailer manufacturer's rec-
ommendation.
All trailer lights work to be legal.
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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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The 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.
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The trailer cargo is securely loaded.
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The rear view mirrors conform to all applicable federal, state/provincial or
local regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors appropriate for
towing purposes.
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Depress TOW/HAUL button (if equipped)
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When connecting and disconnecting a trailer
Set the electronically modulated air suspension system to MAN., or turn off
the engine, when the system is in N mode. (if equipped)
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AVS (adaptive variable suspension system) (if equipped)
The suspension can be switched for improvement in driveability. (→P. 207)
Break-in schedule
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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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Drive the vehicle at a speed of less than 50 mph (80 km/h) when towing a
trailer for another 500 miles (800 km/h).
Avoid full throttle acceleration.
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Maintenance
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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".)
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