Toyota 2009 Tacoma User Manual page 211

CAUTION
n To avoid accident or injury
Do not exceed the trailer hitch assembly weight, gross vehicle weight,
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gross axle weight and trailer tongue load capacities.
The tow hitch receiver installed on your vehicle must never be used on
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another vehicle.
Hitches
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l If you wish to install a trailer hitch, your Toyota dealer should be consulted.
Use only a hitch that conforms to the total trailer weight requirement.
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l Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manufacturer.
Lubricate the hitch ball with a light coat of grease.
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Remove the trailer hitch whenever you are not towing a trailer to reduce
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the possibility of additional damage caused by the hitch if your vehicle is
struck from behind.
When towing a trailer
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l If the total trailer weight exceeds 1000 lb. (453 kg), trailer brakes are
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.
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