“Towing load/specification” chart even if
the calculated available tongue weight is
greater than 15%. If the calculated tongue
weight is less than 10%, reduce the total
trailer weight to match the available
tongue weight.
Always verif y that available capacities are
within the required ratings.
TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION
WARNING
The towing capacities provided in this
manual are for general reference only.
The safe towing capacity of your vehicle
is affected by dealer and factory in-
stalled options and passenger and
cargo loads. You must weigh the vehicle
and trailer as described in this manual
to determine the actual vehicle towing
capacity. Do not exceed the published
maximum towing capacity or the GCWR
or the GVWR shown on the
FMVSS/CMVSS label. Doing so can re-
sult in an accident causing serious per-
sonal injury or property damage.
NOTE:
The towing specifications are based on
S grade models. VQ40DE - Bumper towing
Axle type
2WD
Maximum Payload 2,800 lbs. (1,270 kg) Maximum
Towing Capacity *1, *2 2,000 lbs. (907 kg)
Maximum Tongue load *2 200 lbs. (90.7 kg) Maximum Gross
Combined Weight Rating 13,400 lbs. (6,078 kg)
VK56VD - Bumper towing
Axle type
2WD
Maximum Payload 2,680 lbs. (1,216 kg) Maximum
Towing Capacity *1, *2 2,000 lbs. (907 kg)
Maximum
Tongue load *2 200 lbs. (90.7 kg)
Maximum Gross
Combined Weight Rating 16,000 lbs. (7,257 kg)
VK56VD - Class IV hitch towing
Axle type
2WD
Maximum Payload 2,680 lbs. (1,216 kg) Maximum
Towing Capacity *1, *2 8,700 lbs. (3,946 kg)
Maximum
Tongue load *2 870 lbs. (395 kg)
Maximum Gross
Combined Weight Rating 16,000 lbs. (7,257 kg)
*1: The towing capacity values are calcu-
lated assuming a base vehicle with driver
and any options required to achieve the
rating. Additional passengers, cargo
and/or optional equipment will add weight
to the vehicle and reduce your vehicle’s
maximum towing capacity.
*2: Use of a weight-distributing hitch sys-
tem is recommended when towing over
5,000 lbs. (2,268 kg).
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