2009 Toyota Sienna Owners Manual - Page 253

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: (→P. 542) Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants, cargo and luggage. n Seating capacity: 7-passenger models Total 7 (Front 2, Rear 5) 8-passenger models Total 8 (Front 2, Rear 6) 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 Without towing package: 1200 lb. (544 kg) With towing package: 3500 lb. (1585 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. 463) 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. 225