TOYOTA TUNDRA 2011 2.G Owners Manual

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*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 654)*2: Without towing package*3: With towing package*4: P275/55R20 tires
Double Cab models
USK55L-TRTDGA
5.7L V8
(3UR-FBE) engine 4WDStandard 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28200 lb.
(3715 kg)*2
15500 lb.
(7030 kg)*39700 lb.
(4395 kg)*3
15000 lb.
(6800 kg)*3,49200 lb.
(4170 kg)*3,4
USK56L-THTDGA Long14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28100 lb.
(3670 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*310100 lb.
(4580 kg)*3
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed
typeGCWRTWR
GSK51L-CRASKA 4.0L V6
(1GR-FE) engine
2WD
Standard 10000 lb.
(4535 kg) 4500 lb.
(2040 kg)
UPK51L-CRTSKA 4.6L V8
(1UR-FE) engine 12500 lb.
(5670 kg)
*26700 lb.
(3035 kg)*2
14000 lb.
(6350 kg)*38200 lb.
(3715 kg)*3
UPK56L-CRTSKA 4WD12500 lb.
(5670 kg)
*26400 lb.
(2900 kg)*2
14000 lb.
(6350 kg)*37900 lb.
(3580 kg)*3
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed
typeGCWRTWR

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*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 654)*2: Without towing package*3: With towing package
USK51L-CRTSKA
5.7L V8
(3UR-FE) engine 2WD
Standard 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28100 lb.
(3670 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*310100 lb.
(4580 kg)*3
USK51L-CRTLKA 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28100 lb.
(3670 kg)*2
15900 lb.
(7210 kg)*310000 lb.
(4535 kg)*3
USK52L-CHTSKA Long16000 lb.
(7255 kg) 10000 lb.
(4535 kg)
USK56L-CRTSKA
4WDStandard 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*27800 lb.
(3535 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*39700 lb.
(4395 kg)*3
USK56L-CRTLKA 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*27800 lb.
(3535 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*39800 lb.
(4445 kg)*3
USK57L-CHTSKA Long16000 lb.
(7255 kg) 9800 lb.
(4445 kg)
USK56L-CRTSGA 5.7L V8
(3UR-FBE) engine 4WDStandard 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*27800 lb.
(3535 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*39700 lb.
(4395 kg)*3
USK56L-CRTLGA 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*27800 lb.
(3535 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*39800 lb.
(4445 kg)*3
USK57L-CHTSGA Long16000 lb.
(7255 kg) 9800 lb.
(4445 kg)
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed
typeGCWRTWR

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CrewMax models
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed
typeGCWRTWR
UPK51L-PSTSKA 4.6L V8
(1UR-FE) engine 2WD
Short 12500 lb.
(5670 kg)
*26600 lb.
(2990 kg)*2
14000 lb.
(6350 kg)*38100 lb.
(3670 kg)*3
UPK56L-PSTSKA 4WD12500 lb.
(5670 kg)
*26200 lb.
(2810 kg)*2
14000 lb.
(6350 kg)*37700 lb.
(3490 kg)*3
USK51L-PSTSKA
5.7L V8
(3UR-FE) engine 2WD
14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28000 lb.
(3625 kg)*2
15900 lb.
(7210 kg)*39900 lb.
(4490 kg)*3
USK51L-PSTLKA 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*27900 lb.
(3580 kg)*2
15400 lb.
(6985 kg)*39300 lb.
(4215 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTSKA
4WD14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*27700 lb.
(3490 kg)*2
15300 lb.
(6940 kg)*39000 lb.
(4080 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTLKA 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*27700 lb.
(3490 kg)*2
15300 lb.
(6940 kg)*39000 lb.
(4080 kg)*3

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*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 654)*2: Without towing package*3: With towing package
■Unbraked TWR*
1000 lb. (453 kg)
USK56L-PSTSGA
5.7L V8
(3UR-FBE) engine 4WD Short 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*27700 lb.
(3490 kg)*2
15300 lb.
(6940 kg)*39000 lb.
(4080 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTLGA 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*27700 lb.
(3490 kg)*2
15300 lb.
(6940 kg)*39000 lb.
(4080 kg)*3
*: These models meet the tow-vehicle trailering requirement of SAE International per SAE J2807.
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed
typeGCWRTWR

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Trailer Tongue Weight and Trailer Kingpin Weight
● A recommended tongue weight or kingpin weight varies in accor-
dance with the types of trailers or towing as described below.
● To ensure the recommended values shown below, the trailer must
be loaded by referring to the following instructions.
1. Conventional Towing
The gross trailer weight should be distributed so that the tongue
weight is 9% to 11%. (Tongue Weight/Gross trailer weight x 100
= 9% to 11%)
Gross trailer weight
Tongue Weight
If using a weight distributing hitch when towing, return the front
axle to the same weight as before the trailer connection.
If front axle weight cannot be measured directly, measure the
front fender height above th e front axle before connection.
Adjust weight distributing hitch torque until front fender is
returned to the same height as before connection.
Do not reduce front fender height below original measurement.
The gross trailer weight, gross axle weight and tongue weight
can be measured with platform scales found at a highway
weighing station, building supply company, trucking company,
junk yard, etc.

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2. Fifth wheel Towing or Gooseneck TowingThe gross trailer weight should be distributed so that the kingpin
weight is 19% to 21%. (Kingpin weight/Gross trailer weight x 100
= 15% to 21%)
Gross trailer weight
Kingpin weight
The gross trailer weight and kingpin weight can be measured
with platform scales found at a highway weighing station, build-
ing supply company, trucking company, junk yard, etc.
CrewMax models: Current fifth wheel trailer designs are not
compatible with short bed.

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Hitch
Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities. Toyota rec-
ommends the use of Toyota hitch/brac ket for your vehicle. For details,
contact your Toyota dealer.
● If you wish to install a trailer hitch, contact your Toyota dealer.
● Use only a hitch that conforms to the gross trailer weight require-
ment of your vehicle.
● Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manufacturer.
● Lubricate the hitch ball and kingpi n with a light coating of grease.
● Remove the trailer hitch whenever you are not towing a trailer.
After removing the hitch, seal any mounting hole in the vehicle
body to prevent entry of any substances into the vehicle.
Bumper towing (vehicles with steel bumper only)
The rear bumper of your vehicle
is equipped with a hole to install
a trailer ball. If you have any
questions, contact your Toyota
dealer.
The gross trailer weight (trailer
weight plus cargo weight) when
towing with the bumper must
never exceed the TWR (P. 270,
651) or 5000 lb. (2268 kg).

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Selecting trailer ballUse the correct trailer ball for your application. Trailer ball load rating
Matches or exceeds the gross
trailer weight rating of the trailer.
Ball diameter
Matches the size of the trailer
coupler. Most couplers are
stamped with the required trailer
ball size.
Shank length
Protrudes beyond the bottom of
the lock washer and nut by at
least 2 threads.
Shank diameter
Matches the ball mount hole
diameter size.
Trailer
classTypical trailer ball
size
IV2 5/16 in.
II and III2 in.
I1 7/8 in.

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Positions for towing hitch
receiver and hitch ball
Hitch receiver pin hole posi-
tion: 46.4 in. (1179 mm)
Connecting trailer lightsUse the wire harness stored in the rear end under the vehicle body. 4 pin connector
4 pin, 7 pin connectors (if equipped)

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Trailer towing tipsYour vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. Help to avoid
an accident, death or serious injury, keep the following in mind when
towing:
● Speed limits for towing a trailer vary by state or province. Do not
exceed the posted towing speed limit.
● Toyota recommends that the vehicle-trailer speed limit is 65 mph
(104 km/h) on a flat, straight, dry road. Do not exceed this limit, the
posted towing speed limit or the speed limit for your trailer as set
forth in your trailer owner’s man ual, whichever is lowest. Instability
of the towing vehicle-trailer combin ation (trailer sway) increases as
speed increases. Exceeding speed limits may cause loss of con-
trol.
● Before starting out, check the trailer lights, tires and the vehicle-
trailer connections. Recheck after driving a short distance.
■Service connector for towing brake controller (if equipped)
Your vehicle is equipped with a service
connector for the trailer brake controller
as shown.
Access the service connector.
Remove the scuff plate.
Remove the clip (screw type) and trim
board.
Remove the connector cover.