Toyota Yaris Sedan 2008, Quick Reference Manual

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2-5. Driving information
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Towing a trailer
Consult your Toyota dealer for further information about additional
requirements such as a towing kits, etc.
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Before towing
Check that the following conditions are met:
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Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. (
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P. 333)
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Trailer tires should be inflated according to the trailer manufacturer’s rec-
ommendation.
l All trailer lights work to be legal.
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Confirm all lights work each time you connect them.
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Check that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer
is hitched. Do not drive if the vehicle is not level, and check for improper
tongue load, overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
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Make sure the trailer cargo is securely loaded.
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Check that your rear view mirrors conform to any federal, state/provincial
or local regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors appropriate for
towing purposes.
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Break-in schedule
l Toyota recommends that you do not use a new vehicle or a vehicle with
any new power train components (engine, transmission, differential,
wheel bearings, etc.) to tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of
driving.
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Maintenance
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If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance
due to the additional load. (See “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or
“Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
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Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approxi-
mately 600 miles (1000 km).