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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
4RUNNER_U
n Service connector for towing brake controller
n Before towing
Check that the following conditions are met:
l The vehicle’s tires are properly inflated.
l Trailer tires are inflated according to the trailer manufacturer’s recom-
mendation.
l All trailer lights work.
l All lights work each time you connect them.
l The trailer ball is set up at the proper height for the coupler on the trailer.
l 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.
l The trailer cargo is securely loaded.
l 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.
n Break-in schedule
If your vehicle is new or equipped with any new power train components
(such as an engine, transmission, differential and wheel bearing), Toyota
recommends that you do not tow a trailer until it has been driven for over 500
miles (800 km).
However, avoid full throttle acceleration.
Your vehicle is equipped with a service
connector for the trailer brake controller
as shown.
CTH25AS008
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