towing capacity TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 2008 J200 Owners Manual

216 2−5. Driving information
Capacity and distribution
Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capa
city) — (Total weight of occupants)
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit—
(1) Locate the statement “The co
mbined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehi−
cle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of
the driver and passengers from
XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity.
For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1400 lbs. and there will
be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of avail−
150) = 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle.
That weight may not safely ex
ceed the available cargo and lug−
gage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine
how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity
of your vehicle. (
P. 221)

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When driving
Vehicle load limits
n Total load capacity and seating capacity
These details are also described on the tire and loading information
label. (
P. 401)
CAUTION
n Overloading the vehicle
Do not overload the vehicle.
It may not only cause damage to the ti
res, 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.
nTotal load capacity: 1235 lb. (560 kg)
Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants,
cargo and luggage.
n
Seating capacity: 8 occupants (Front 2, Rear 6)
Seating capacity means the ma
ximum 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: 8500 lb. (3855 kg)
Towing capacity means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer
weight plus its cargo weight) that you 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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When driving
Towing related term
Towing related term Meaning
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating)The maximum allowable gross vehicle
weight. The gross vehicle weight is the
total weight of the vehicle. When towing
a trailer, it is the sum of the vehicle
weight (including the occupants, cargo
and any optional equipment installed on
the vehicle) and the tongue load.
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating)The maximum allowable gross axle
weight.
The gross axle weight is the load placed
on each axle (front and rear).
GCWR (Gross Combination
Weight Rating)The maximum allowable gross combi−
nation weight. The gross combination
weight is the sum of the total vehicle
weight (including the occupants, cargo
and any optional equipment installed on
the vehicle) and the weight of the trailer
being towed (including the cargo in the
trailer).
Gross trailer weightThe sum of the trailer weight and the
weight of the cargo in the trailer.
Towing capacityThe maximum allowable gross trailer
weight. Towing capacity is calculated
considering base vehicle with neces−
sary vehicle equipment and occupants.
Additional optional equipment, passen−
gers and cargo in the vehicle will reduce
the towing capacity, gross trailer weight
includes the trailer, cargo and neces−
sary equipment for towing.
Tongue load The load placed on the trailer hitch ball.

230 2−5. Driving information
Trailer tongue load
lA recommended tongue load varies in accordance with the types
of trailers or towing as described below.
lIn order to ensure the recommended values shown below, the
trailer must be loaded by referring to the following instructions.
The trailer cargo load should be distributed so that the tongue load
is 9 to 11 %.
(Tongue load / Gross trailer weight 100 = 9 to 11 %)
If the gross trailer weight is over 5000 lb. (2268 kg), it is necessary
to use a sway control device with sufficient capacity.
The gross trailer weight and tongue l oad can be measured with plat−
form scales found at a highway we
ighing station, building supply
company, trucking company, junk yard, etc.
Gross trailer weight
Tongue load

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CAUTION
nTrailer towing precautions
lFollow all the instructions described in this section. Failure to do so could
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
lExceeding the towing capacity, GVWR, GCWR and GAWR can cause an
accident resulting in death or serious personal injuries.
nTo avoid accident or injury
lDo not exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) or the posted towing speed limit, which−
ever is lower. As instability (swaying) of the towing vehicle−trailer combina−
tion increases as speed increases, exceeding 45 mph (72 km/h) may
cause loss of control.
lSlow down and downshift before descending steep or long downhill
grades. Do not make sudden downshifts.
lAvoid holding the brake pedal down too long or applying the brakes too
frequently. This could cause the brakes to overheat and result in reduced
braking efficiency.
lDo not exceed the trailer hitch assembly weight, gross vehicle weight,
gross axle weight and trailer tongue load capacities.
lNever load more weight in the back than in the front of the trailer. About
60% of the load should be in the front half of the trailer, and the remaining
40% in the rear.
l
Do not use cruise control when you are towing.

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6−1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight
*: Unladen vehicle
Overall length194.9 in. (4950 mm)
Overall width
77.6 in. (1970 mm)
Overall height
*74.0 in. (1880 mm)
Wheelbase
112.2 in. (2850 mm)
TreadFront64.6 in. (1640 mm)
Rear
64.4 in. (1635 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)
1235 lb. (560 kg)
Towing capacity
(trailer weight + cargo weight)
8500 lb. (3856 kg)

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Alphabetical index
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 426
Wattage ................................. 503
Storage feature......................... 328
Storage precautions ................ 214
Stuck
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 491
Sun visors................................. 337
Sunshade
Roof......................................... 87
Switch
ECT switch ............................ 154
Driving mode select switch.... 154
Engine switch ........................ 149
Fog light switch ..................... 172
Ignition switch........................ 149
Light switches........................ 170
Power door lock switch ........... 43
Power window switch .............. 83
Rear window wiper and
washer switch ..................... 176
Window lock switch ................. 83
Wipers and washer switch .... 173
Tachometer
Tachometer ........................... 160
Tail lights
Switch.................................... 170
Wattage ................................. 503
Talk switch
*
Telephone switch*
Theft deterrent system
Alarm ....................................... 97
Engine immobilizer system ..... 93
Theft prevention labels.............. 99
Tire inflation pressure ............. 401
Tiedown hooks........................ 350
Tire information
Glossary ................................ 512
Size ....................................... 509Tire identification number...... 508
Uniform tire quality grading ... 510
Tires
Chains ................................... 222
Checking ............................... 391
If you have a flat tire.............. 463
Inflation pressure .................. 401
Information ............................ 507
Pressure warning system...... 391
Replacing .............................. 463
Rotating tires ......................... 391
Size ....................................... 502
Snow tires ............................. 222
Spare tire .............................. 463
Tools ......................................... 463
Total load capacity .................. 221
Towing
Emergency towing ................ 440
Toyota park assist system ...... 181
TRAC ......................................... 201
Traction control ....................... 201
Trip information display .......... 166
Trip meter ................................. 160
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 426
Switch ................................... 158
Wattage................................. 503
Vanity lights
Vanity lights........................... 338
Wattage................................. 503
Vanity mirrors .......................... 338
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 495
Vehicle stability control .......... 201
VSC ........................................... 201
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................ 449
Open door ............................ 451
Seat belt reminder................. 452
Warning lights
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