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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
Hitch
Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities established
by the hitch manufacturer. Even th ough the vehicle may be rated for
towing a higher weight, the operat or must never exceed the maxi-
mum weight rating specified for the trailer hitch.
■ Before towing
●Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. ( P. 463)
● Trailer tires should be inflated according to the trailer manufacturer's rec-
ommendation.
● All trailer lights must work in order to be legal.
● Confirm all lights work each time you connect them.
● Check that your 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.
● Make sure the trailer cargo is securely loaded.
● Check that your rear view mirrors c onform to any federal, state/provincial
or local regulations. If they do not, inst all rear view mirrors appropriate for
towing purposes.
■ 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 500 miles (800 km) of driving.
■ Maintenance
●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”.)
● Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approxi-
mately 600 miles (1000 km) of trailer towing.
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ..................... 246, 240, 256, 253
ABS ........................................... 215
Air conditioning filter............... 469
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter .............. 469
Front automatic air conditioning system ............ 246
Front manual air conditioning system ................................ 240
Rear automatic air
conditioning system ............ 256
Rear manual air conditioning system ................................ 253
Airbags Airbag operating conditions............................ 120
Airbag precautions for your child .................................... 124
Airbag warning light............... 505
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions............................ 120
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ......................... 124
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 129
General airbag precautions ......................... 124
Locations of airbags .............. 117
Modification and disposal of
airbags ................................ 128
Proper driving
posture ........................ 115, 124 Side airbag operating
conditions ........................... 120
Side airbag precautions ........ 124
SRS airbags .......................... 117
Alarm......................................... 112
Antenna .................................... 268
Anti-lock brake system ........... 215
Armrest ..................................... 392
Audio input ............................... 291
Audio system A/V input adapter .................. 318
Antenna................................. 268
Audio input ............................ 291
Audio visual input .................. 318
AUX adapter ......................... 291
CD player/changer ................ 271
DVD player.... 303, 312, 315, 316
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 279
Optimal use ........................... 287
Portable music player ........... 291
Radio..................................... 265
Rear seat entertainment system ................................ 296
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 292
Type ...................................... 262
Audio visual input.................... 318
Automatic light control system .................................... 185
Automatic transmission .......... 170
AUX adapter ............................. 291
Auxiliary box ........................... 375
A/V input adapter ..................... 318A
