towing capacity TOYOTA YARIS 2013 Owners Manual

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2-5. Driving information
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Trailer towing (except hybrid vehicle [except for South Africa])
Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger carrying vehicle.
Towing a trailer will have an adverse effect on handling, perfor-
mance, braking, durability, and fuel consumption. Your safety and
satisfaction depend on the proper use of correct equipment and cau-
tious driving habits. 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.
Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by
towing a trailer for commercial purposes.
Ask your local authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, for further details before tow-
ing, as there are additional legal requirements in some countries.
Weight limits
Check the allowable towing capacity, GVM (Gross Vehicle
Mass), MPAC (Maximum Permissible Axle Capacity), and per-
missible drawbar load before towing. (P. 660)
Towing hitch/bracket
Toyota recommends the use of the Toyota hitch/bracket for your
vehicle. Other products of a suitable nature and comparable
quality may also be used.

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Important points regarding trailer loads
Total trailer weight and permissible drawbar load
Total trailer weight
Weight of the trailer itself plus the
trailer load should be within the
maximum towing capacity.
Exceeding this weight is danger-
ous.
(P. 660)
When towing a trailer, use a fric-
tion coupler or friction stabilizer
(sway control device).
Permissible drawbar load
Allocate the trailer load so that
the drawbar load is greater than
25 kg (55.1 lb.) or 4% of the tow-
ing capacity. Do not let the draw-
bar load exceed the indicated
weight. (P. 660)

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YARIS_F(including HV)_WE_52E26EInformation tag (manufacturer’s label)
Ty p e A
Gross vehicle mass
Maximum permissible rear
axle capacity
Ty p e B
Gross vehicle mass
Maximum permissible rear
axle capacity
Gross vehicle mass
Vehicle category M1 models*:
The combined weight of the driver, passengers, luggage, towing
hitch, total curb mass and drawbar load should not exceed the gross
vehicle mass by more than 100 kg (220.5 lb.). Exceeding this weight
is dangerous.
Vehicle category N1 models*:
The combined weight of the driver, passengers, cargo, towing hitch,
total curb mass and drawbar load must not exceed the gross vehicle
mass. Exceeding this weight is dangerous.

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YARIS_F(including HV)_WE_52E26EMaximum permissible rear axle capacity
Vehicle category M1 models
*:
The weight borne by the rear axle should not exceed the maximum
permissible rear axle capacity by 15% or more. Exceeding this weight
is dangerous.
Vehicle category N1 models
*:
The weight borne by the rear axle should not exceed the maximum
permissible rear axle capacity. Exceeding this weight is dangerous.
The values for towing capacity were derived from testing conducted
at sea level. Take note that engine output and towing capacity will be
reduced at high altitudes.
*: To distinguish the vehicle category, ask any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
CAUTION
When the gross vehicle mass limit or maximum permissible axle
capacity is exceeded (vehicle category M1 models*)
Do not exceed the established speed limit for towing a trailer in built-up
areas or 100 km/h (62 mph), whichever is lower.
Failing to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or
serious injury.

703 Alphabetical index
YARIS_F(including HV)_WE_52E26E
Spare tire .............................. 578
Tools ................................. 578, 592
Total load capacity .................. 660
Towing
Emergency towing ................ 550
Trailer towing ................ 340, 341
Traction control ....................... 324
Transmission shift
switches ......................... 259, 260
TRC ........................................... 324
Trip information ....................... 284
Trip meter ................................. 271
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 531
Switch ................................... 267
Wattage................................. 684
Vanity lights
Vanity lights........................... 424
Wattage................................. 684
Vanity mirrors .......................... 424
Vehicle data recordings ............ 40
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 663
Vehicle stability control .......... 324
VSC ........................................... 324
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................ 561
Clutch .................................... 562
Electric power steering
system ................................ 564
Hybrid system ....................... 562
Hybrid system overheat ........ 566
Multi-mode manual
transmission ....................... 562
P position request
indicator light ...................... 566
Seat belt reminder................. 566Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system.......... 564
Brake assist system .............. 564
Brake system ........................ 561
Charging system ................... 562
Clutch.................................... 562
Cruise control indicator
light ..................................... 564
DPF system .......................... 566
Electric power steering ......... 564
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 564
Engine oil maintenance ........ 566
Fuel filter ............................... 564
High engine coolant
temperature ........................ 562
Hybrid system ....................... 562
Hybrid system overheat ........ 566
Low engine oil level .............. 566
Low engine oil pressure ........ 562
Low fuel level ........................ 566
Low traction battery .............. 564
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 564
Multi-mode manual
transmission ....................... 562
Open door ............................. 566
P position request
indicator light ...................... 566
Pretensioners........................ 564
Seat belt reminder light ......... 566
Slip indicator light.................. 564
Smart entry & start
system ........................ 564, 571
SRS airbags.......................... 564
Stop & Start indicator light .... 564
Washer
Checking ............................... 482
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 336
Switch ........................... 302, 307
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*: Refer to ““touch screen” Owner’s Manual”.
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