2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser Owners Manual - Page 215

2-5. Driving information CAUTION n To avoid accident or injury l The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus the weight of cargo) must not exceed 5000 lb. (2265 kg) l If a trailer and cargo weight over 2000 lb. (907 kg), use a sway control device with sufficient capacity. l The gross combined weight (sum of your vehicle weight plus its load and the total trailer weight) must not exceed the following. 2WD models: 9200 lb. (4173 kg) 4WD models: 9500 lb. (4309 kg) l Do not exceed the trailer hitch assembly weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle weight and trailer tongue load capacities. l Never load more weight in the back than in the front of the trailer. About 60% of the load should be in the front half of the trailer, and the remaining 40% in the rear. l The tow hitch receiver installed on your vehicle must never be used on another vehicle. n Hitches l If you wish to install a trailer hitch, your Toyota dealer should be consulted. l Use only a hitch that conforms to the total trailer weight requirement. l Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manufacturer. l Lubricate the hitch ball with a light coat of grease. l Remove the trailer hitch whenever you are not towing a trailer to reduce the possibility of additional damage caused by the hitch if your vehicle is struck from behind. 2 When driving 193