TOYOTA 2011 Highlander - Manual (Page 249)

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2-5. Driving information
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Before towing
Check that the following conditions are met:
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The vehicle's tires are properly inflated. (
→P. 563)
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Trailer tires are inflated according to the trailer manufacturer's recom-
mendation.
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All trailer lights work.
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All lights work each time you connect them.
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The trailer ball is set up at the proper height for the coupler on the trailer.
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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.
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The trailer cargo is securely loaded.
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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.
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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.
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Maintenance
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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”.)
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Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approxi-
mately 600 miles (1000 km) of trailer towing.