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Cargo and luggage

Take notice of the following information about storage precau-

tions, cargo capacity and load:

● Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk whenever possible.

● Be sure all items are secured in place.

● To maintain vehicle balance while driving, position luggage

evenly within the luggage compartment.

● For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight.

Capacity and distribution

Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants.

(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capacity) - (Total weight of occupants)

Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit

(1)Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and

cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle'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 lug-

gage 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 available

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 exceed the avail-

able cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.

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(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. 458)

Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Your

vehicle is not designed for trailer towing.

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Calculation formula for your vehicle

Cargo capacity

Total load capacity (vehicle

capacity weight) (P. 458)

When 2 people with the combined weight of A lb. (kg) are riding in

your vehicle, which has a total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight)

of B lb. (kg), the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity

will be C lb. (kg) as follows:

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B* lb. (kg) - A* lb. (kg) = C* lb. (kg)

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* : A =Weight of people

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* : B =Total load capacity

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* : C =Available cargo and luggage load

In this condition, if 2 more passengers with the combined weight of D

lb. (kg) get on, the available cargo and luggage load will be reduced E

lb. (kg) as follows:

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C lb. (kg) - D* lb. (kg) = E* lb. (kg)

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* : D =Additional weight of people

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* : E =Available cargo and luggage load

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As shown in the example above, if the number of occupants

increases, the cargo and luggage load will be reduced by an amount

that equals the increased weight due to the additional occupants. In

other words, if an increase in the number of occupants causes an

excess of the total load capacity (combined weight of occupants plus

cargo and luggage load), you must reduce the cargo and luggage on

your vehicle.

WARNING

■Things that must not be carried in the trunk

The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the trunk:

●Receptacles containing gasoline

●Aerosol cans

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WARNING

■Storage precautions

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

●Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk whenever possible.

●To prevent cargo and luggage from sliding forward during braking, do

not stack anything in the enlarged trunk. Keep cargo and luggage low,

as close to the floor as possible.

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●When you fold down the rear seats, long items should not be placed

directly behind the front seats.

●Never allow anyone to ride in the enlarged trunk. It is not designed for

passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts prop-

erly fastened. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer death or

serious bodily injury, in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving

or an accident.

●Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations as the

item may get under the clutch, brake or accelerator pedal and prevent

the pedals from being depressed properly, block the driver’s vision, or

hit the driver or passengers, causing an accident:

• At the feet of the driver

• On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)

• On the package tray

• On the instrument panel

• On the dashboard

●Secure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and

injure someone during sudden braking, sudden swerving or an acci-

dent.

■Capacity and distribution

●Do not exceed the maximum axle weight rating or the total vehicle

weight rating.

●Even if the total load of occupant's weight and the cargo load is less

than the total load capacity, do not apply the load unevenly. Improper

loading may cause deterioration of steering or braking control which

may cause death or serious injury.

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Vehicle load limits

Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity,

towing capacity and cargo capacity.

■ Total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight): (P. 458)

Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants, cargo

and luggage.

■ Seating capacity

Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose

estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.

■ Towing capacity

Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.

■ Cargo capacity

Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight

and the number of occupants.

■Total load capacity and seating capacity

These details are described on the tire and loading information label.

(P. 353)

WARNING

■Overloading the vehicle

Do not overload the vehicle.

It may not only cause damage to the tires, but also degrade steering and

braking ability, resulting in an accident.

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Winter driving tips

Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving

the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-

ate to the prevailing weather conditions.

■ Pre-winter preparations

● Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-

peratures.

• Engine oil

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• Washer fluid

● Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery.

● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires.

Make sure to install 4 tires that are of the specified size, and that

all 4 tires are the same size, same maker, same brand and tread

pattern.

■ Before driving the vehicle

Perform the following according to the driving conditions.

● Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is

frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.

Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.

● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,

remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents

in front of the windshield.

● Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have

accumulated on the exterior lights, vehicle's roof, chassis,

around the tires or on the brakes.

● Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes

before getting in the vehicle.

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● If a door is opened and closed when its side window is frozen,

the window safety device will operate and the side window

open/close function linked to door operation may not operate

correctly. If this occurs, perform the following after the ice has

melted.

STEP

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Open the side window until it is approximately halfway open

with the door closed.

STEP

2

Fully close the window by pulling the switch up to the one-

touch closing position and continue holding the switch for 1

second or more after the window fully closes.

The window position is reset and the safety device operations will

be released.

■ When driving the vehicle

Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you

and the vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to

road conditions.

■ When parking the vehicle (in the winter time or in the cold

latitudes)

Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P (automatic trans-

mission) or 1 or R (manual transmission) without setting the

parking brake. The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it

from being released. If necessary, block the wheels to prevent

inadvertent sliding or creeping.

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Tire chains

Tire chains cannot be used on your vehicle because of the lack of

clearance between the tires and vehicle body.

When tire chains cannot be used, use of another type of traction

device (such as spring chains) may be acceptable if use on your vehi-

cle is recommended by the device manufacturer, taking into account

tire size and road conditions.

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Follow the device manufacturer's instructions, especially regarding

maximum vehicle speed.

To help avoid damage to your vehicle, drive slowly, readjust or

remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle, and do not spin your

wheels. Damage caused to your vehicle by use of a traction device is

not covered under warranty.

Make certain that any traction device you use is an SAE class “S”

device, and use it on the rear wheels only.

Always use the utmost care when driving with a traction device. Over-

confidence because you are using a traction device could easily lead

to a serious accident.

Selecting tire chains

We recommend that you consult your Toyota dealer for information

about the chains that you can use.

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WARNING

■Driving with snow tires

Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.

Failure to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or

serious injury.

●Use tires of the specified size, and that are the same size, same

maker, same brand and tread pattern.

●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.

●Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.

NOTICE

■Repairing or replacing snow tires

Request repairs or replacement of snow tires from Toyota dealers or

legitimate tire retailers.

This is because the removal and attachment 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

Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.

Toyota also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or

the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc.

Your Toyota is not designed for trailer towing or for the use of tow

hitch mounted carriers.

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Dinghy towing

Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on

the ground) behind a motor home.

NOTICE

■To avoid serious damage to your vehicle

Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground.

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