Why are Weight Distribution Systems not to be Used on a 2000 Toyota 4Runner
Question:
Why does the owners manual for the 2000 4Runner advise against a weight distribution hitch? Thanks
asked by: Doug M
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Expert Reply:
When a vehicle manufacturer specifies that vehicle should not be used with a weight distribution system, it means that the frame of the vehicle cannot handle the stress of a weight distribution system and could result in severe vehicle damage. The vehicle frame could bend or buckle or the hitch could rip out of the vehicle frame.
A weight distribution system transfers some of the tongue weight, the vertical load on the ball, further up the vehicle frame. Some frames cannot support the load, like in this case.
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Patrick B
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