2009 Toyota Highlander Owners Manual - Page 265
2009 Toyota Highlander Manual
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2 -5 . Driving inform a t ion Ve hicle loa d lim it s Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, towing capacity and cargo capacity. n Total load capacity: 1200 lb. (544 kg) Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants, cargo and luggage. n Seating capacity: Without third seat 5 occupants (Front 2, Rear 3) With third seat 7 occupants (Front 2, Rear 5) Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person. 2 When driving n Towing capacity: 3500 lb. (1500 kg) Towing capacity means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) that your vehicle is able to tow. n Cargo capacity Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight and the number of occupants. n Total load capacity and seating capacity These details are also described on the tire and loading information label. (→P. 455) CAUTION n Overloading the vehicle Do not overload the vehicle. It may not only cause damage to the tires, but also degrade steering and braking ability, resulting in an accident. 235