Toyota 2008 SEQUOIA, Manual

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2-5. Driving information
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Vehicle load limits
n
Total load capacity and seating capacity
These details are also described on the tire and loading information
label. (
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P. 461)
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.
Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity,
towing capacity and cargo capacity.
n Total load capacity: (
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P. 543)
Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants,
cargo and luggage.
n Seating capacity:
With separated type second seat—
7 occupants (Front 2, Rear 5)
With bench type second seat—
8 occupants (Front 2, Rear 6)
Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants
whose estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.
Even if the number of occupants are within the seating capacity,
do not exceed the total load capacity.
n Towing capacity: (
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P. 234, 543)
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.
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