Toyota 4Runner 2003 Operating Manual page 270

Total trailer weight Tongue load
Tongue load
100 = 9 to 11%
Total trailer weight
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The trailer cargo load should be
distributed so that the tongue load
is 9 to 11% of the total trailer
weight, not exceeding the maximum
load of the following.
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'03 4Runner_U (L/O 0211)
1GR–FE engine
Two–wheel drive models
Without towing package
240 kg (530 lb.)
With towing package
304 kg (670 lb.)
Four–wheel drive models
Without towing package
227 kg (500 lb.)
With towing package
290 kg (640 lb.)
2UZ–FE engine
Two–wheel drive models
331 kg (730 lb.)
Four–wheel drive models
318 kg (700 lb.)
Never load the trailer with more
weight in the back than in the
front. About 60% of the trailer load
should be in the front half of the
trailer and the remaining 40% in the
rear.
2003 4RUNNER from Oct. '02 Prod. (OM35804U)
HITCHES
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Use only weight carrying hitch hard-
ware designed for the total
weight with the factory installed hitch.
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If you wish to install an aftermarket
hitch, the hitch must be bolted securely
to the vehicle frame and installed ac-
cording to the hitch manufactures' in-
structions.
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The hitch ball and king pin should have
a light coat of grease.
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Toyota recommends the ball mount as-
sembly be removed when not towing to
prevent injury and to prevent damage
in the event of a rear end collision.
After removing the ball mount assem-
bly, install the grommet to the hitch to
prevent entry of dirt and mud.
NOTICE
Do not use axle–mounted hitches as
they can cause damage to the axle
housing, wheel bearings, wheels or
tires. Also, never install a hitch which
may interfere with the normal function
of an Energy Absorbing Bumper, if so
equipped.
trailer