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2344-1. Before driving
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◆Weight limits
Check the allowable towing capacity, GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass),
MPAC (Maximum Permissible Axle Capacity), and permissible
drawbar load before towing. (P. 654)
◆Towing hitch/bracket
Toyota recommends the use of the Toyota hitch/bracket for your
vehicle. Other products of a suitable nature and comparable quality
may also be used.
For vehicles where the towing device blocks any of the lights or
license plate, the following shall be observed:
●Do not use towing devices that cannot be easily removed or
repositioned.
●Towing devices must be removed or repositioned when not in
use.
Please consult at any authorized dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional when installing trailer lights, as
incorrect installation may cause damage to the vehicle’s lights. Please
take care to comply with your state’s laws when installing trailer lights.
■Total trailer weight and permissible drawbar load
Total trailer weight
Weight of the trailer itself plus
the trailer load should be within
the maximum towing capacity.
Exceeding this weight is danger-
ous. (P. 654)
When towing a trailer, use a fric-
tion coupler or friction stabilizer
(sway control device).
Permissible drawbar load
Allocate the trailer load so that the drawbar load is greater than 25 kg
(55.1 lb.) or 4% of the towing capacity. Do not let the drawbar load
exceed the indicated weight. (P. 654)
Connecting trailer lights
Important points regarding trailer loads
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2354-1. Before driving
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Driving
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■Information tag (manufacturer’s label)
Gross vehicle mass
The combined weight of the
driver, passengers, luggage,
towing hitch, total curb mass
and drawbar load should not
exceed the gross vehicle mass
by more than 100 kg (220.5 lb.).
Exceeding this weight is danger-
ous.
Maximum permissible rear axle capacity
The weight borne by the rear axle should not exceed the maximum per-
missible axle capacity by 15% or more. Exceeding this weight is danger-
ous.
The values for towing capacity were derived from testing conducted at
sea level. Take note that engine output and towing capacity will be
reduced at high altitudes.
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WARNING
■ When the gross vehicle mass or maximum permissible axle capacity is
exceeded
Failing to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or
serious injury.
● Add an additional 20.0 kPa (0.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 3 psi) to the recommended
tire inflation pressure value. ( P. 665)
● Do not exceed the established speed limit for towing a trailer in built-up
areas or 100 km/h (62 mph), whichever is lower.
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6548-1. Specifications
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Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
*1: Unladen vehicle
*2: Vehicles with 195/65R15 tires
*3: Vehicles with 215/45R17 tires
*4: Vehicles that can tow a trailer. (P. 233)
Dimensions and weights
Overall length4575 mm (180.1 in.)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 in.)
Overall height*1
2WD
models
Without raised
vehicle height1470 mm (57.9 in.)
With raised vehi-
cle height1490 mm (58.7 in.)
AWD models1475 mm (58.1 in.)
Wheelbase2700 mm (106.3 in.)
Tread*1
Front1530 mm (60.2 in.)*2
1510 mm (59.4 in.)*3
Rear
Without raised
vehicle height1540 mm (60.6 in.)*2
1520 mm (59.8 in.)*3
With raised vehi-
cle height1530 mm (60.2 in.)*2
1510 mm (59.4 in.)*3
Gross vehicle
mass2WD models1790 kg (3946 lb.)
AWD models1845 kg (4068 lb.)
Maximum per-
missible axle
capacityFront1020 kg (2249 lb.)
Rear975 kg (2150 lb.)
Drawbar load*460kg (132 lb.)
Towing capac-
ity
*4
Without brake725 kg (1598 lb.)With brake