2003 Toyota 4Runner Owners Manual - Page 995

'03 4Runner_U (L/O 0301) NOTICE Do not use axle-mounted hitches as they can cause damage to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires. Also, never install a hitch which may interfere with the normal function of an Energy Absorbing Bumper, if so equipped. TRAILER BALL Follow these easy steps to properly determine the correct trailer ball for your application: 1. Determine the correct trailer ball size for the trailer coupler. Most couplers are stamped with the required trailer ball size. The sizes you will most likely find stamped on the coupler are: Trailer class III and IV 1 2 3 4 Trailer ball load rating Ball diameter Shank length Shank diameter Typical trailer ball size 2 5/16 in. 2 in. 1 7/8 in. II I 2. Select the appropriate trailer ball to match or exceed the gross trailer weight rating of the trailer. The trailer ball load rating should be printed on the top of the ball. 3. When mounted in the ball mount, the threaded ball shank must protrude beyond the bottom of the lock washer and nut at least 2 threads. The trailer ball shank must be matched to the ball mount hole diameter size. NOTICE Only use a ball mount attachment specified for the Toyota 4runner. 265 2003 4RUNNER from JAN. '03 Prod. (OM35806U)