TOYOTA TUNDRA 2010 2.G Owners Manual

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When driving
Selecting tire chains
Use the correct tire chain size when mounting the snow chains.
Chain size is regulated for each tire size. Side chain
0.2 in. (5 mm) in diameter
Cross chain
0.25 in. (6.3 mm) in diameter
■When driving the vehicle
Accelerate the vehicle slowly and drive at a reduced speed suit-
able to road conditions.
■ When parking the vehicle
Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P without setting the
parking brake. The parking brak e may freeze up, preventing it
from being released. If necessary , block the wheels to prevent
inadvertent sliding or creeping.
■ Refueling (Flex-fuel vehicles)
Observe the following precautions when switching fuels, in order
to maintain starting and driving performance.
●Do not change fuels when the fuel level is 1/4 or less.
● Always add at least 2.6 gal. (10 L) of fuel.
● After fulling up with fuel, warm up the engine or drive the vehi-
cle for at least 5 minutes or 7 miles (11 km).
● Do not accelerate rapidly immediately after refueling.

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Regulations on the use of snow chains● Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to loca-
tion and type of road. Always check local regu lations before install-
ing chains.
● Install the chains on the rear tires.
● Retighten the chains after drivi ng 1/4 - 1/2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km).
■Snow chain installation
Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains.
●Install and remove tire chains in a safe location.
● Install tire chains on the rear tires only. Do not install tire chains on the
front tires.
● Install tire chains following the instructions provided in the accompanying
instructions.
CAUTION
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or
serious injury.
●Use tires of the size specified for your vehicle.
● Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
● Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h) regardless of the type of
snow tires being used.
● Snow tires should be installed on all wheels.
● 4WD models:
Do not mix tires of different makes, models, tread patterns or treadwear.

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CAUTION
■
Driving with snow chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely,
and may cause death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being
used or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.
● Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
● Avoid sudden turns and braking.
● Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle con-
trol is maintained.
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs of and obtain replac ement snow tires from Toyota deal-
ers or legitimate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and atta chment of snow tires affects the
operation of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
■Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function cor-
rectly when tire chains are fitted.

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Trailer towing
Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger-and-load-carrying
vehicle. Towing a trailer will have an adverse effect on handling, per-
formance, braking, durability, and fu el consumption. For your safety
and the safety of others , do not overload the vehicle or trailer.
To tow a trailer safely, use extreme care and drive the vehicle in
accordance with the trailer’s char acteristics and operating condi-
tions.
The vehicle stability and braking performance are affected by trailer
stability, brake setting and performance, and the hitch.
Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by
towing a trailer for commercial purposes.
Contact your Toyota dealer for fu rther information about additional
requirements such as a towing kits, etc.

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When driving
Weight limits
Confirm that the gross trailer weight, gross combination weight, gross
vehicle weight, gross axle weight and trailer tongue load are all within
the limits.
Regular Cab models
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed
typeGCWRTowing
capacity
GSK50L-TRADKA 4.0L V6
(1GR-FE) engine 2WDStandard
10000 lb.
(4535 kg) 5200 lb.
(2355 kg)
GSK51L-THADKA Long 5100 lb.
(2310 kg)
UPK50L-TRTDKA
4.6L V8
(1UR-FE) engine 2WD
Standard
12500 lb.
(5670 kg)
*27500 lb.
(3400 kg)*2
14000 lb.
(6350 kg)*39000 lb.
(4080 kg)*3
UPK51L-THTDKA Long12500 lb.
(5670 kg)
*27400 lb.
(3355 kg)*2
14000 lb.
(6350 kg)*38900 lb.
(4035 kg)*3
UPK55L-TRTDKA
4WDStandard
12500 lb.
(5670 kg)
*27200 lb.
(3265 kg)*2
14000 lb.
(6350 kg)*38700 lb.
(3945 kg)*3
UPK56L-THTDKA Long12500 lb.
(5670 kg)
*27100 lb.
(3220 kg)*2
14000 lb.
(6350 kg)*38600 lb.
(3900 kg)*3

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USK50L-TRTDKA5.7L V8
(3UR-FE) engine 2WD
Standard 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28900 lb.
(4035 kg)*2
15500 lb.
(7030 kg)*310400 lb.
(4715 kg)*3
15000 lb.
(6800 kg)*3,49900 lb.
(4490 kg)*3,4
USK51L-THTDKA Long14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28800 lb.
(3990 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*310800 lb.
(4895 kg)*3
USK55L-TRTDKA
4WDStandard 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28700 lb.
(3945 kg)*2
15500 lb.
(7030 kg)*310100 lb.
(4580 kg)*3
15000 lb.
(6800 kg)*3,49600 lb.
(4355 kg)*3,4
USK56L-THTDKA Long14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28600 lb.
(3900 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*310500 lb.
(4760 kg)*3
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed
typeGCWRTowing
capacity

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When driving
*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 653)*2: Without towing package*3: With towing package*4: P275/55R20 tires
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed
typeGCWRTowing
capacity
USK55L-TRTDGA 5.7L V8
(3UR-FBE) engine 4WDStandard 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28700 lb.
(3945 kg)*2
15500 lb.
(7030 kg)*310100 lb.
(4580 kg)*3
15000 lb.
(6800 kg)*3,49600 lb.
(4355 kg)*3,4
USK56L-THTDGA Long14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28600 lb.
(3900 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*310500 lb.
(4760 kg)*3

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Double Cab models
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed
typeGCWRTowing
capacity
GSK51L-CRASKA 4.0L V6
(1GR-FE) engine 2WD Standard
10000 lb.
(4535 kg) 4800 lb.
(2175 kg)
UPK51L-CRTSKA
4.6L V8
(1UR-FE) engine 2WD
Standard 12500 lb.
(5670 kg)
*27200 lb.
(3265 kg)*2
14000 lb.
(6350 kg)*38600 lb.
(3900 kg)*3
UPK51L-CRTLKA 12500 lb.
(5670 kg)
*27100 lb.
(3220 kg)*2
14000 lb.
(6350 kg)*38600 lb.
(3900 kg)*3
UPK52L-CHTSKA Long14000 lb.
(6350 kg) 8500 lb.
(3855 kg)
UPK56L-CRTSKA
4WDStandard 12500 lb.
(5670 kg)
*26900 lb.
(3130 kg)*2
14000 lb.
(6350 kg)*38300 lb.
(3765 kg)*3
UPK56L-CRTLKA 12500 lb.
(5670 kg)
*26800 lb.
(3085 kg)*2
14000 lb.
(6350 kg)*38300 lb.
(3765 kg)*3
UPK57L-CHTSKA Long14000 lb.
(6350 kg) 8200 lb.
(3720 kg)

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*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 653)*2: Without towing package*3: With towing package
USK51L-CRTSKA
5.7L V8
(3UR-FE) engine 2WD
Standard 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28600 lb.
(3900 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*310600 lb.
(4805 kg)*3
USK51L-CRTLKA 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28600 lb.
(3900 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*310500 lb.
(4760 kg)*3
USK52L-CHTSKA Long16000 lb.
(7255 kg) 10400 lb.
(4715 kg)
USK56L-CRTSKA
4WDStandard 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28300 lb.
(3760 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*310300 lb.
(4670 kg)*3
USK56L-CRTLKA 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28300 lb.
(3760 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*310200 lb.
(4625 kg)*3
USK57L-CHTSKA Long16000 lb.
(7255 kg) 10100 lb.
(4580 kg)
USK56L-CRTSGA 5.7L V8
(3UR-FBE) engine 4WDStandard 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28300 lb.
(3760 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*310300 lb.
(4670 kg)*3
USK56L-CRTLGA 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28300 lb.
(3760 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*310200 lb.
(4625 kg)*3
USK57L-CHTSGA Long16000 lb.
(7255 kg) 10100 lb.
(4580 kg)
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed
typeGCWRTowing
capacity

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CrewMax models
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed
typeGCWRTowing
capacity
UPK51L-PSTSKA
4.6L V8
(1UR-FE) engine 2WD
Short 12500 lb.
(5670 kg)
*27000 lb.
(3175 kg)*2
14000 lb.
(6350 kg)*38500 lb.
(3855 kg)*3
UPK51L-PSTLKA 12500 lb.
(5670 kg)
*27000 lb.
(3175 kg)*2
14000 lb.
(6350 kg)*38500 lb.
(3855 kg)*3
UPK56L-PSTSKA
4WD12500 lb.
(5670 kg)
*26700 lb.
(3035 kg)*2
14000 lb.
(6350 kg)*38200 lb.
(3715 kg)*3
UPK56L-PSTLKA 12500 lb.
(5670 kg)
*26700 lb.
(3035 kg)*2
14000 lb.
(6350 kg)*38100 lb.
(3670 kg)*3