2005 Toyota Avalon Owners Manual - Page 299

'05 AVALON_U (L/O 0501) D The load on either the front or rear axle resulting from distribution of the gross vehicle weight on both axles must not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the Certification Label. Total trailer weight Tongue load Tongue load 100 = 9 to 11% Total trailer weight D The gross vehicle weight must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) indicated on the Certification Label. The gross vehicle weight is the sum of weights of the unloaded vehicle, driver, passengers, luggage, hitch and trailer tongue load. It also includes the weight of any special equipment installed on your vehicle. D The trailer cargo load should be distributed so that the tongue load is 5 to 10% of the total trailer weight, not exceeding the maximum of 45 kg (100 lb.). Never load the trailer with more weight in the back than in the front. About 60% of the trailer load should be in the front half of the trailer and the remaining 40% in the rear. 299 2005 AVALON from Jan. '05 Prod. (OM41408U)