2005 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual - Page 235

'05 Rav4_U (L/O 0409) CAUTION 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 total trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo load) must not exceed 680 kg (1500 lb.). of your vehicle weight plus its load and the total trailer weight) must not exceed the following. Two- wheel drive models 2513 kg (5540 lb.) Four- wheel drive models 2534 kg (5586 lb.) D The gross combination weight (sum 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. 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. 235 2005 RAV4 from Sep. '04 Prod. (OM42570U)