TOYOTA 2011 Sienna User Manual

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2-5. Driving information

Matching trailer ball height to trailer coupler height

Before towing

Check that the following conditions are met:

The vehicle’s tires are properly inflated.

Trailer tires are inflated according to the trailer manufacturer’s recom-
mendation.

All trailer lights work.

All lights work each time you connect them.

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.

The trailer cargo is securely loaded.

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.

No matter which class of tow hitch
applies, for a safe trailer hookup, the
trailer ball setup on must be proper height
for the coupler on the trailer.

Coupler

Trailer ball

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