Can 2015 Toyota 4Runner SR5 Tow Jayco 24-Foot X213 Travel Trailer with GVWR 5500-lbs

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Can I safely tow this travel trailer with my 2015 Toyota 4Runner SR5 6Cyl? I do not have any extras or modifications on the 4Runner. It is a stock vehicle covered under extended warranty through dealership. Additionally, will installing any towing upgrades such as brake controller, transmission cooler, or weight distribution hitch void my warranty? 2018 X213 Specifications Slides 1 Length 24 ft Ext Width 8 ft Ext Height 10 ft 3 in Int Height 6 ft 6 in Hitch Weight 415 lbs Gross Weight 5500 lbs Dry Weight 4215 lbs Cargo Weight 1285 lbs Axle Count 2

asked by: Monty

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The Jayco Jay Feather X213's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), the most it can weigh when loaded, is indeed 5500-lbs. According to the online owner's manual for the 2015 4Runner the vehicle's maximum allowable trailer weight is 5000-lbs when the trailer has its own electric brakes (as the X213 does) or only 1655-lbs if the trailer does not have brakes. I recommend you check with your local dealership using the 4Runner's VIN to confirm its towing capacity as equipped from the factory. Even if your 4Runner can indeed tow 5000-lbs of trailer weight it is still a bit under-rated for the trailer's maximum possible weight.

Weight distribution systems, brake controllers and transmission coolers will not void your warranty unless their installation was the direct cause for a malfunction. You are protected by the Magnuson–Moss Warranty Act. This act states, in part, that unless the installation and the part caused a problem then the warranty cannot be voided. I recommend looking it up online.

In order to use weight distribution/sway control (WD/SC) the hitch on the 4Runner must explicitly state that it has this capability, and the resulting weight capacities will be indicated on the hitch's safety sticker IF it can indeed be used with WD/SC. If you can use WD/SC you will want to measure the trailer's actual tongue weight (TW) when you have it all loaded up with your supplies, with water and propane tanks filled, etc. Use scale # e99044 to measure the loaded trailer TW.

To this add the weight of any cargo in the 4Runner that sits behind the rear axle, such as a generator. Once you know this total weight figure you can select a system that will even out the trailer's weight across both of the 4Runner's axles and also help prevent trailer sway from passing trucks and wind gusts. Please refer to the linked video and article for more on how to pick out a system. Select a WD/SC system using the linked page. Click on your total TW figure to see suitable options. With a dry hitch weight of 415-lbs, your loaded TW will be in the range of 600-lbs, so a setup like Reese Strait-Line # RP66083 would be a good choice since it works over a TW range of 400- to 800-lbs. All you need to add is a hitch ball, either 2-inch # A-90 or 2-5/16-inch # 19286.

A supplementary transmission cooler like the efficient Class III Derale # D13503 will do a lot to reduce thermal stress on your transmission and help to keep it in good shape when towing.

For a trailer brake controller I suggest the easy-to-setup Prodigy P2 # 90885. To install this you will use wiring adapter # 3041-P which allows for simple plug-in installation. A video is included for this item.

expert reply by: Adam R

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I have just what you need. The most popular transmission cooler for the 2015 Toyota 4Runner is Derale cooler #D13503. This cooler measures 11 inches wide, 8-3/4 inches tall, and 7/8 inches deep. It will increase the cooling capacity beyond what the…

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When adding a transmission cooler like the Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Kit, #D13503, to your 2008 Toyota 4Runner, the amount of fluid that you will lose is going to depend on the location of your return line. If the return line is located where…

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The difference between the plate and fin style, #D13504, and the tube and fin style cooler, #D12904, is that the plate and fin models can cool better than the tube and fin models. You will notice that plate and fin coolers with the same rating as…

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The only way to prevent the possibility of the vehicle's transmission fluid mixing with the vehicle's radiator fluid would involve routing the transmission fluid away from the radiator to an aftermarket cooler. Usually the manufacturer will…

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The main benefit a Remote Cooler with Fan #D12743 has over the Derale #D13503 is constant airflow being pulled through the fan. This helps if you spend a lot of time is more stop and go traffic or driving at slow speeds. Being able to pull the air…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Hey Matt, assuming the frame width of your trailer is also 56 inches wide the overall width of it would be with the Timbren Axleless kit part #TASR35HDS06 a total of 82 inches.

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Hello Erik; the Redarc Tow-Pro Trail Brake Controller w/ Custom Harness #RED74UR is a new brake controller from Redarc. It is not the Elite or the Liberty with the main difference being the SwayStop feature. SwayStop is designed to be used when the…

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Hey Graham, thanks for reaching out! The Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit #D13503 will fit your 2018 Honda Pilot 6-Speed just fine, yes. We actually have an installation video of this on a 2017 Pilot I'm adding to this answer…

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Generally, it is not recommended to use automotive tires on a trailer application, with the only exception being LT tires. Based on the information I was able to find, it looks like you're in luck because that's exactly what your BFGoodrich…

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Answer 11

Hey David, thanks for reaching out! The Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension #ASR2KHDS03 isn't big enough to fit with what you're wanting. You can upgrade to the Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension #ASR35HDS02 so you can use the 12"…

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Yes. If your hubs are only designed for 12 inch wheels and you are using 17 inch wheels then the large diameter will likely have an issue. However, It sounds like there may be confusion on fit, so let me give you an overview to assist. There are some…

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