2001 Toyota Tacoma Owners Manual - Page 202

'01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) CAUTION D The maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus cargo weight) must never exceed the following. Two-wheel drive models except Pre Runner 2RZ-FE and 5VZ-FE engines 1587 kg (3500 lb.) Four-wheel drive models and Pre Runner 3RZ-FE engine 1587 kg (3500 lb.) 5VZ-FE engine 2265 kg (5000 lb.) If towing a trailer and cargo weighing over 907 kg (2000 lb.), it is necessary to use a sway control device with sufficient capacity. The combination of the gross trailer weight added to the total weight of the vehicle, occupants and vehicle cargo must never exceed a total of the following. Two-wheel drive models except Pre Runner 2RZ-FE engine 3035 kg (6700 lb.) 5VZ-FE engine 3080 kg (6800 lb.) Four-wheel drive models and Pre Runner 3RZ-FE engine 3355 kg (7400 lb.) 5VZ-FE engine 4080 kg (9000 lb.) Exceeding the maximum weight of the trailer, the vehicle, or the vehicle and trailer combination, can cause an accident resulting in serious personal injuries. D Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities established by the hitch manufacturer. Even though the vehicle may be physically capable of towing a higher weight, the operator must determine the maximum weight rating of the particular hitch assembly and never exceed the maximum weight rating specified for the trailer-hitch. Exceeding the maximum weight rating set by the trailer hitch manufacturer can cause an accident resulting in serious personal injuries. 210 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U)