towing TOYOTA VENZA 2009 Owners Manual (in English)

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2-2. Instrument clusterGauges and meters ............ 178
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 181
Multi-information display (TFT type) ......................... 184
Multi-information display (LCD type) ........................ 198
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .................. 202
Automatic High Beam (vehicles with discharge
headlights) ........................ 207
Fog light switch ................... 214
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 215
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 217
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 218
Rear view monitor system .............................. 221
Hill-start assist control ......... 225
Driving assist systems ........ 227
2-5. Driving information Utility vehicle precautions ... 233
Cargo and luggage ............. 238
Vehicle load limits ............... 243
Winter driving tips ............... 245
Trailer towing ...................... 250
Dinghy towing ..................... 262 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system .............................. 266
Manual air conditioning system .............................. 275
Rear window defogger ....... 281
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system type .............. 283
Using the radio ................... 287
Using the CD player ........... 294
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 302
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 310
Using the AUX adapter....... 312
Using the steering switches ........................... 313
3-3. Using the rear seat entertainment system
Rear seat entertainment system features ................ 316
Using the DVD player (DVD video)...................... 323
Using the DVD player (video CD) ........................ 332
Using the DVD player (audio CD/CD text) ........... 334
Using the DVD player (MP3 discs) ...................... 335
Using the video mode......... 337
Changing the initial settings ............................. 339
3Interior features

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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 152
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with smart key
system) .......................... 163
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without smart
key system).................... 167
Automatic transmission .... 170
Turn signal lever .............. 175
Parking brake ................... 176
Horn ................................. 177
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 178
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 181
Multi-information display (TFT type) ...................... 184
Multi-information display (LCD type) ..................... 198 2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ............... 202
Automatic High Beam (vehicles with discharge
headlights) ..................... 207
Fog light switch ................ 214
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 215
Rear window wiper and washer ........................... 217
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................... 218
Rear view monitor system ........................... 221
Hill-start assist control ...... 225
Driving assist systems ..... 227
2-5. Driving information Utility vehicle precautions .................... 233
Cargo and luggage .......... 238
Vehicle load limits ............ 243
Winter driving tips ............ 245
Trailer towing ................... 250
Dinghy towing .................. 262

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■Automatic cruise control cancelation
The set speed is automatically canceled in any of the following situations.
● Actual vehicle speed falls more than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h)
below the preset vehicle speed.
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
● Actual vehicle speed is below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
● VSC is activated.
■ If the cruise control indicator light flashes
Press the “ON-OFF” switch once, and then press the button again to reacti-
vate the system.
If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels
immediately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise
control system. Contact your Toyota dealer, and have your Toyota inspected.
CAUTION
■To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Keep the “ON-OFF” switch off when not in use.
■ Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in control of the vehicle being lost and could cause an
accident resulting in death or serious injury.
● In heavy traffic
● On roads with sharp bends
● On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
● On steep hills
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
● On winding roads
● When towing a trailer or emergency towing

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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-
able cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 - 750 (5
 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 tr ailer, 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. 243)

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Vehicle load limits
Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity,
towing capacity and cargo capacity.
■Total load capacity: 825 lb. (370 kg)
Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants,
cargo and luggage.
■ Seating capacity: 5 occupants (Front 2, Rear 3)
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 is within the seating capacity,
do not exceed the total load capacity.
■ Towing capacity
With towing package:
2GR-FE engine
3500 lb. (1585 kg)
1AR-FE engine
2500 lb. (1130 kg)
Without towing package: 1000 lb. (450 kg)
Towing capacity means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer
weight plus its cargo weight) that your vehicle is able to tow.
■ Cargo capacity
Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the
weight and the number of occupants.

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Trailer towing
Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger carrying vehi-
cle. Towing a trailer will have an adverse effect on handling, per-
formance, braking, durability, and fuel 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 characteristics 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 further information about additional
requirements such as a towing kits, etc.

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Weight limits
Confirm that the gross trailer weig ht, gross vehicle weight, gross axle
weight and trailer tongue load are all within the limits.
● The gross trailer weight must never exceed towing capacity
described below.
With towing package:
2GR-FE engine
3500 lb. (1585 kg)
1AR-FE engine
2500 lb. (1130 kg)
Without towing package: 1000 lb. (450 kg)
●The gross vehicle weight must
never exceed the GVWR indi-
cated the Certification Label.
● The gross axle weight on each
axle must never exceed the
GAWR indicated the Certifica-
tion Label.
Towing related term
Towing related termMeaning
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.

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Towing related termMeaning
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).
Gross trailer weight The sum of the trailer weight and the
weight of the cargo in the trailer.
Towing capacity The 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.

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Trailer tongue load
● A recommended tongue load varies in accordance with the types
of trailers or towing as described below.
● In 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 di stributed so that the tongue load
is 9 to 11 % of the gross trailer weight.
(Tongue load / Gross trailer weight  100 = 9 to 11 %)
If the gross trailer weight is over 2000 lbs. (900 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 weighing station, building supply
company, trucking company, junk yard, etc.
Gross trailer weight
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HitchTrailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities established
by the hitch manufacturer. Even th ough the vehicle may be rated for
towing a higher weight, the operat or must never exceed the maxi-
mum weight rating specified for the trailer hitch.
Selecting trailer ball
Use 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 at least 2
threads.
Shank diameter
Matches the ball mount hole
diameter size.