Specifications
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The information in this website is intended to assist entities designing and installing aftermarket equipment or commercial equipment products to fit properly on Toyota trucks. The vehicles Toyota sells in the United States are fully certified as compliant with applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. If any alteration affects FMVSS compliance, recertification will be necessary. Recertification is the responsibility of the alterer wherever FMVSS compliance is affected by an alteration.
Definitions
The following definitions apply to terms and phases used in this disclaimer and throughout this website:
Toyota - Toyota Motor Sales USA Inc. and its affiliates.
Aftermarket Equipment - Any automobile products that were not developed or sold by Toyota.
Aftermarket Equipment Manufacturer - Any company that develops and/or produces aftermarket equipment.
Commercial Equipment - Aftermarket equipment that is intended for trade or business use.
Alterer - A company that alters a vehicle by installing aftermarket equipment other than by the addition, substitution, or removal of readily attachable components, such as mirrors or tire and rim assemblies.
Upfitter - A company that is an alterer.
Aftermarket Equipment Development
An alterer must determine continued conformity of any vehicle on which it installs aftermarket equipment with applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, bumper, and theft prevention standards, and state motor vehicle equipment regulations. Note that the bumper and theft prevention standards may not apply to all Toyota trucks.
Toyota is not familiar with and has not evaluated each of the thousands of products existing in the automobile equipment aftermarket. Toyota is selling a fully certified vehicle and the installation of aftermarket equipment on this fully certified vehicle may impact the vehicle's original design performance, durability, safety, and compliance with FMVSS and other federal and state laws and standards. Aftermarket equipment manufacturers and alterers installing aftermarket equipment on Toyota vehicles are responsible for designing and fabricating their products to conform to all local, state, and federal laws, regulations and standards, including safety and emissions standards, and for ensuring that products they install and any modification to the truck rendered necessary to the installation of those products do not adversely impact vehicle safety, performance, and durability.
The alterer is responsible for installing necessary ancillary equipment to the extent federal, state or local laws and regulations require installation of additional equipment to assure the vehicle is compliant after upfitting. Moreover, alterers are responsible for ensuring that the truck, after modification, continues to comply with all applicable federal motor vehicle safety, bumper and theft prevention standards.
Warning Labels
Aftermarket equipment that is designed to carry a load, such as ladder racks, tool boxes, etc. should be weighed to assure that installation of any such product will not cause the vehicle to exceed Toyota vehicle's payload/cargo ratings. Warning labels on the equipment stating the maximum cargo weight are recommended.
In accordance with FMVSS 110, the "Tire and Loading Information" placard (located at the driver's door jamb) must be revised if the vehicle weight capacity, seating designations, and/or tire size is changed. The upfitter is responsible for updating the placard required by FMVSS 110 if equipment the upfitter installs or modifications the upfitter makes renders the existing tire placard on the vehicle inaccurate.
In the event the upfitter's equipment causes a change in the procedure for operation, maintenance, inspection, or adjustment of the OE vehicle, the upfitter must develop an operation manual and provide the operation manual to the vehicle owner and operator.
Images in Advertisements
Toyota and Toyota dealer advertisements may show vehicles with snowplows, ladder racks, lift gates, or other work truck equipment. Modification of Toyota vehicles with non-genuine Toyota parts or accessories may adversely impact the Toyota new vehicle warranty, vehicle performance and safety. Any representations regarding the compatibility or safety of non-Toyota products for installation on the Toyota Tundra and other vehicles are those of the alterer or equipment manufacturer, and not of Toyota.
Bed Removal
Toyota does not offer a "bed delete" package or an incomplete vehicle option. Toyota trucks are developed to comply with FMVSS and other safety standards with the bed installed. In addition, the vehicle skid control and other systems were designed and tested with the bed installed. Bed removal may cause an unknown impact to the vehicle's performance, the designed function of the equipment, and safety. Bed removal, substitution, or replacement may affect compliance of the fuel system integrity, lighting system, wheel coverage, license plate mounting, etc. The alterer assumes legal responsibility for all duties and liabilities for certification under the Vehicle Safety Act.
Power Take-Off (PTO)
Toyota trucks are not designed to accommodate Power Take-Off (PTO) equipment. Toyota has not tested PTO equipment and has not evaluated the impact PTOs may have on vehicle performance, safety, durability, or reliability. PTOs may also impact compliance with local, state, and federal laws or regulations.
Snow Plows
Toyota does not make a snowplow for the Tundra. The 2007 Tundra has sufficient front GAWR reserve capacity to accommodate some front-mounted accessories. Front GAWR reserve varies on a model-by-model basis. There are a variety of snowplows sold in the aftermarket. Some of these aftermarket snowplows may be available for the Tundra. Toyota has not evaluated the suitability or fitness of the Tundra for any aftermarket snowplow. Customers should consult with the snowplow manufacturers and sellers concerning the fitness and suitability of particular vehicles for their products. Toyota cautions that the installation of aftermarket parts and accessories like snowplows may adversely impact the performance and safety of your Toyota and may cause the truck to violate applicable federal motor vehicle safety standards. One standard frequently affected by snowplow installation is FMVSS 108, the lighting standard. Other standards may also be affected. Some modifications may make the truck into one that is no longer street legal. In addition, installation of aftermarket parts and accessories like snowplows may adversely impact the coverage afforded by the Tundra new vehicle warranty. See the Tundra Owner's Warranty Information booklet for details.
FMVSS Compliance
As noted above, any alterations or installation of any aftermarket equipment may have an impact on the vehicle's compliance with FMVSS standards. This website contains a brief description of FMVSS standards to assist the aftermarket equipment manufacturer and the upfitter/alterers in their development effort. Upfitters and alterers are responsible for obtaining a complete understanding of FMVSS, the Vehicle Safety Act and other applicable standards, laws, and regulations to enable them to meet their recertification responsibilities.
Toyota STAR Safety SystemTM>
Toyota's STAR Safety SystemTM> is a combination of five safety features that come standard with every 2007 Tundra: Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), and Brake Assist. The design of these systems is built around an unmodified vehicle. Changes to tire diameter, wheel weight, suspension springs and components, frame, center of gravity, brake systems and related electrical, steering system, and other systems may have an impact on the proper function of the STAR Safety System™. Adding weight to the vehicle that exceeds the payload specifications may have an impact on the function of the STAR Safety SystemTM>
Toyota's Responsibility
Since Toyota is not aware of all possible vehicle equipment products in the market and their potential effects on the vehicle, Toyota's warranty policy will not cover vehicle components modified to allow the installation of aftermarket and commercial equipment.
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. reserves the right to discontinue models, change specifications, or change designs at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
SAFETY STANDARDS & COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Introduction
Toyota is selling fully certified completed vehicles that with care may be altered by qualified businesses. But in this process of upfitting these vehicles, recertification is the responsibility of the alterer wherever compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) is affected.
Toyota has not performed evaluations on the thousands of products existing in the automobile equipment aftermarket. In addition, Toyota is not familiar with all of the products that may be installed on vehicles nor the impact that aftermarket equipment may have to the vehicle's original design performance, durability, safety, and compliance to FMVSS. Therefore, all automobile aftermarket equipment manufacturers and alterers are responsible for designing and fabricating their products to conform to all local, state, and federal laws and regulations, including safety and exhaust gas standards.
Some federal, state or local laws require additional equipment to be installed to assure the vehicle is in compliance after alteration. The alterer is responsible for conducting all necessary research and assuring the necessary ancillary equipment is identified and installed to support the compliance of the vehicle after the alteration.
NOTE: The statements and other data contained herein are offered for informational purposes only, and are not intended to serve as a guide for conduct or action by anyone. Views or interpretations expressed herein merely represent opinions concerning certain effects of the federal motor vehicle safety law (informally known as the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966" or "The Safety Act") and the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) issued thereunder, except in those cases in which the act or standards are quoted verbatim. Please consult the entire Act and review all provisions of the standards with your legal counsel to determine your obligations.
1. DEFINITIONS
Altered vehicle means a completed vehicle previously certified in accordance with § 567.4 or § 567.5 that has been altered other than by the addition, substitution, or removal of readily attachable components, such as mirrors or tire and rim assemblies or by minor finishing operations such as painting before the first purchase of the vehicle other than for resale in such a manner as may affect the conformity of the vehicle with one or more Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard(s) or the validity of the vehicle's stated weight ratings or vehicle type classification.
Alterer means a person who alters by addition, substitution, or removal of components (other than readily attachable components such as mirrors or tire and rim assemblies) to a certified vehicle before the first purchase of the vehicle other than for resale.
"Completed vehicle" means a vehicle that requires no further manufacturing operations to perform its intended function, other than the addition of readily attachable components, such as mirrors or tire and rim assemblies, or minor finishing operations such as painting.
Upfitter means the same as "alterer".
2. INCOMPLETE VEHICLES
Toyota does not produce and does not support incomplete vehicles for retail or fleet customers. Therefore, this document does not contain any material regarding the FMVSS compliance of incomplete vehicles. If interested in information on incomplete vehicles in general, refer to the FMVSS compliance standards.
3. SAFETY ACTS
A. United States -- The National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 (United States) and the Motor Vehicle Safety Act (Canada) and the standards and regulations issued under authority of these laws impose responsibilities on dealers, intermediate and final stage manufacturers, and vehicle alterers and modifiers, as well as on Toyota Motor Corporation and its affiliates. US Safety Act Excerpts
A person may not manufacture for sale, sell, offer for sale, introduce or deliver for introduction in interstate commerce, or import into the United States, any motor vehicle or motor vehicle equipment manufactured on or after the date an applicable motor vehicle safety standard prescribed under this chapter [49 USC §§ 30101 et seq.] takes effect unless the vehicle or equipment complies with the standard and is covered by a certification issued under section 30115 of this title. [49 USC § 30112 Prohibitions on manufacturing, selling, and importing non-complying motor vehicles and equipment].
A manufacturer, distributor, dealer, or motor vehicle repair business may not knowingly make inoperative any part of a device or element of design installed on or in a motor vehicle or motor vehicle equipment in compliance with an applicable motor vehicle safety standard prescribed under this chapter [49 USC §§ 30101 et seq.] unless the manufacturer, distributor, dealer, or repair business reasonably believes the vehicle or equipment will not be used (except for testing or a similar purpose during maintenance or repair) when the device or element is inoperative. [49 USC § 30122 . Making safety devices and elements inoperative].
Unlike other federal, state or municipal regulatory legislation, this law controls the manufacture and sale of motor vehicles and not the application or operation of the vehicle. Compliance with the law affects the manufacturer, distributor, dealer, and anyone who completes a vehicle in all significant aspects and sells it to the end user.
NOTE: Those involved in assembly, modification, distribution, altering or selling of truck products must become familiar with the law and related safety standards. Persons engaged in these activities, who are not affiliated with Toyota Motor Corporation, should review the law and its obligations with their legal counsel.
The law contains specific penalties. Violators of these provisions are subject to a civil penalty of up to $6,000 per vehicle, or other violations up to a maximum of $16,375,000 for related series of violations. Penalties are adjusted for inflation from time to time. Copies of the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966" and the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards may be obtained from any attorney, U.S. Congressman, or from the Superintendent of Documents, Washington, D.C., or on-line at www.gpoaccess.gov. B. Canada
The Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1993 regulates the manufacture and importation of motor vehicles and motor vehicle equipment to reduce the risk of death , injury and damage to property and the environment. The Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations (CMVSR) are published under the Act's authority. While the Canadian motor vehicle safety regulations are very similar to the US motor vehicle safety standards, and in some cases identical, they are not identical throughout. Special attention must be paid to these differences when altering a vehicle, especially bilingual requirements for warning labels and radio frequency interference requirements.
4. MODIFYING COMPLETE VEHICLES
Complete vehicles, certified to be in compliance with all applicable standards, may be modified or altered, or have their vehicle-type classification changed prior to delivery of the vehicle, in its final form, to the end user. However, whoever modifies or alters the vehicle or changes its type classification is considered to be a vehicle alterer and is responsible for complying with the law and all applicable standards. In addition, the alterer must also certify on a vehicle alterer's certification label that the entire vehicle, in its final form, conforms to all applicable safety standards.
NOTE: Modification of complete vehicles may also affect vehicle emissions. Alterers and equipment manufacturers should review their modifications to ensure that compliance with Federal, Canada and/or California Exhaust Emissions Regulations has not been affected.
5. SAFETY STANDARDS APPLICABLE TO TRUCKS WITH A GVWR OF 10,000 LBS OR LESS BUILT IN MY 2007 OR LATER*
* Note that there are numerous other FMVSS's besides those listed here. The other standards are applicable to other types of vehicles or equipment, or may be relevant to older trucks. For a complete list of the FMVSS's, consult 49 C.F.R. Part 571.
6. CERTIFICATION LABEL
All completed trucks manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation and affiliates, for use on the public roads, are provided with safety compliance certification labels affixed to the vehicles at the assembly plants.
These labels contain information required by Part 567 of Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations for completed vehicles offered for sale in the United States and by Section 6 of the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations for completed vehicles offered for sale in Canada.
Labels include: (1) the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for each axle of the truck, (2) the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the total vehicle, and (3) tire and rim data required by FMVSS or CMVSS 110, Tire Selection and Rims for Motor Vehicles With a GVWR of 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds) or less, 120, Tire Selection and Rims for Motor Vehicles Other Than Passenger Cars. [Note that CMVSS 110 has a slightly different title.]
Completed trucks for sale in the United States will have a label similar to the one shown on this page. For most Toyota trucks, the label is located on the driver's door latch pillar.
The Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Act and Regulations require: (1) display of the National Safety mark (below); (2) the expression "Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards" or "CMVSS"; and (3) "Poids Nominal Brut du Vehicule" or "PNBV" on vehicles manufactured for sale in Canada. Completed vehicles manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation for sale in Canada, will have a label containing the Canadian National Safety Mark or a separate National Safety Mark label.
Note: Alteration of completed vehicles before the first purchase of the vehicle for purposes other than resale may affect compliance of the vehicle to certain safety standards. Parts 567 and 568 of Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations state requirements for vehicle alterers in the United States. In Canada, Regulation 9 of the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations determines the obligations of vehicle alterers under the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations.
7. ALTERER'S INFORMATION
The following information is provided to assist the alterer in understanding the process of FMVSS 110 compliance. Prior to this process, the parties involved must assure they selected a vehicle that has adequate load capacity for carrying the passengers, and cargo after the alteration.
A. Vehicle Dimensions
Dimensional information for all 2007 Tundra models is available in the illustration section within this CD/website.
B. Vehicle Weight Information
The Certification Label contains GVWR and front/rear GAWR.
A table of curb weights, GAWR, and GVWR for all 2007 Tundra models is available in the Owner's Manuals and within this CD/website.
Determine front and rear axle curb weight to know how much can be added to vehicle during alteration.
Passenger and cargo weight must be accounted for before upfitting.
Weigh vehicle after alteration to determine starting point for creating a new tire placard.
C. Tire Placard Changes
Example:
1. Select Vehicle: (VIN: 5TFRT54167X00166606)
SR5, 4.7L, 4x2. Double Cab (UCK5IL)
GVWR: 6700#
GAWR frt.: 3900#
GAWR rear 4000#
Seating Capacity: 5 total, 2 front, 3 rear
Combined weight of occupants and cargo 1340#
2. Add Equipment: +300 pounds were added in the bed centered 8" ahead of rear axle
Weight of added equipment must allow for passengers and some additional cargo weight. In this example, passenger capacity remains unchanged. Note: Do not start with a vehicle that does not have adequate load capacity for alteration, passengers and some additional cargo!
This equipment changes the tire placard combined weight of occupants and cargo to 1040 lbs. :
3. Tire pressure information
No change required from factory specification: 30 psi front and 33 psi rear. These tire pressures will support the GAWR for this vehicle.
4. Alterer Certification Label (49 CFR Part 567.7)
Original certification label by Toyota remains on the vehicle.
Affix an additional label per 49 CFR Part 576.4
"This vehicle was altered by ( individual or corporate name) In (month and year alterations were completed) and as altered it conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety, Bumper and Theft Prevention Standards as affected by the alteration and in effect in (month, year)".
D. Emissions Certification
To preserve the emissions certification of the original vehicle, no modification to any emissions component (fuel system, emission controls, exhaust system, ignition system, etc) is permitted to the altered or upfitted vehicle.
E. RFI Certification
To preserve the radio frequency interference immunity and certification of the original vehicle, no electrical shielding or grounding is to be modified on the altered or upfitted vehicle.
F. Thermal Caveat
To protect the heat resistant integrity of the original vehicle, no removal of any heat shielding or repositioning of any components closer to any hot surface is permitted on the altered or upfitted vehicle.
The information in this website is intended to assist entities designing and installing aftermarket equipment or commercial equipment products to fit properly on Toyota trucks. The vehicles Toyota sells in the United States are fully certified as compliant with applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. If any alteration affects FMVSS compliance, recertification will be necessary. Recertification is the responsibility of the alterer wherever FMVSS compliance is affected by an alteration.
Definitions
The following definitions apply to terms and phases used in this disclaimer and throughout this website:
Toyota - Toyota Motor Sales USA Inc. and its affiliates.
Aftermarket Equipment - Any automobile products that were not developed or sold by Toyota.
Aftermarket Equipment Manufacturer - Any company that develops and/or produces aftermarket equipment.
Commercial Equipment - Aftermarket equipment that is intended for trade or business use.
Alterer - A company that alters a vehicle by installing aftermarket equipment other than by the addition, substitution, or removal of readily attachable components, such as mirrors or tire and rim assemblies.
Upfitter - A company that is an alterer.
Aftermarket Equipment Development
An alterer must determine continued conformity of any vehicle on which it installs aftermarket equipment with applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, bumper, and theft prevention standards, and state motor vehicle equipment regulations. Note that the bumper and theft prevention standards may not apply to all Toyota trucks.
Toyota is not familiar with and has not evaluated each of the thousands of products existing in the automobile equipment aftermarket. Toyota is selling a fully certified vehicle and the installation of aftermarket equipment on this fully certified vehicle may impact the vehicle's original design performance, durability, safety, and compliance with FMVSS and other federal and state laws and standards. Aftermarket equipment manufacturers and alterers installing aftermarket equipment on Toyota vehicles are responsible for designing and fabricating their products to conform to all local, state, and federal laws, regulations and standards, including safety and emissions standards, and for ensuring that products they install and any modification to the truck rendered necessary to the installation of those products do not adversely impact vehicle safety, performance, and durability.
The alterer is responsible for installing necessary ancillary equipment to the extent federal, state or local laws and regulations require installation of additional equipment to assure the vehicle is compliant after upfitting. Moreover, alterers are responsible for ensuring that the truck, after modification, continues to comply with all applicable federal motor vehicle safety, bumper and theft prevention standards.
Warning Labels
Aftermarket equipment that is designed to carry a load, such as ladder racks, tool boxes, etc. should be weighed to assure that installation of any such product will not cause the vehicle to exceed Toyota vehicle's payload/cargo ratings. Warning labels on the equipment stating the maximum cargo weight are recommended.
In accordance with FMVSS 110, the "Tire and Loading Information" placard (located at the driver's door jamb) must be revised if the vehicle weight capacity, seating designations, and/or tire size is changed. The upfitter is responsible for updating the placard required by FMVSS 110 if equipment the upfitter installs or modifications the upfitter makes renders the existing tire placard on the vehicle inaccurate.
In the event the upfitter's equipment causes a change in the procedure for operation, maintenance, inspection, or adjustment of the OE vehicle, the upfitter must develop an operation manual and provide the operation manual to the vehicle owner and operator.
Images in Advertisements
Toyota and Toyota dealer advertisements may show vehicles with snowplows, ladder racks, lift gates, or other work truck equipment. Modification of Toyota vehicles with non-genuine Toyota parts or accessories may adversely impact the Toyota new vehicle warranty, vehicle performance and safety. Any representations regarding the compatibility or safety of non-Toyota products for installation on the Toyota Tundra and other vehicles are those of the alterer or equipment manufacturer, and not of Toyota.
Bed Removal
Toyota does not offer a "bed delete" package or an incomplete vehicle option. Toyota trucks are developed to comply with FMVSS and other safety standards with the bed installed. In addition, the vehicle skid control and other systems were designed and tested with the bed installed. Bed removal may cause an unknown impact to the vehicle's performance, the designed function of the equipment, and safety. Bed removal, substitution, or replacement may affect compliance of the fuel system integrity, lighting system, wheel coverage, license plate mounting, etc. The alterer assumes legal responsibility for all duties and liabilities for certification under the Vehicle Safety Act.
Power Take-Off (PTO)
Toyota trucks are not designed to accommodate Power Take-Off (PTO) equipment. Toyota has not tested PTO equipment and has not evaluated the impact PTOs may have on vehicle performance, safety, durability, or reliability. PTOs may also impact compliance with local, state, and federal laws or regulations.
Snow Plows
Toyota does not make a snowplow for the Tundra. The 2007 Tundra has sufficient front GAWR reserve capacity to accommodate some front-mounted accessories. Front GAWR reserve varies on a model-by-model basis. There are a variety of snowplows sold in the aftermarket. Some of these aftermarket snowplows may be available for the Tundra. Toyota has not evaluated the suitability or fitness of the Tundra for any aftermarket snowplow. Customers should consult with the snowplow manufacturers and sellers concerning the fitness and suitability of particular vehicles for their products. Toyota cautions that the installation of aftermarket parts and accessories like snowplows may adversely impact the performance and safety of your Toyota and may cause the truck to violate applicable federal motor vehicle safety standards. One standard frequently affected by snowplow installation is FMVSS 108, the lighting standard. Other standards may also be affected. Some modifications may make the truck into one that is no longer street legal. In addition, installation of aftermarket parts and accessories like snowplows may adversely impact the coverage afforded by the Tundra new vehicle warranty. See the Tundra Owner's Warranty Information booklet for details.
FMVSS Compliance
As noted above, any alterations or installation of any aftermarket equipment may have an impact on the vehicle's compliance with FMVSS standards. This website contains a brief description of FMVSS standards to assist the aftermarket equipment manufacturer and the upfitter/alterers in their development effort. Upfitters and alterers are responsible for obtaining a complete understanding of FMVSS, the Vehicle Safety Act and other applicable standards, laws, and regulations to enable them to meet their recertification responsibilities.
Toyota STAR Safety SystemTM>
Toyota's STAR Safety SystemTM> is a combination of five safety features that come standard with every 2007 Tundra: Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), and Brake Assist. The design of these systems is built around an unmodified vehicle. Changes to tire diameter, wheel weight, suspension springs and components, frame, center of gravity, brake systems and related electrical, steering system, and other systems may have an impact on the proper function of the STAR Safety System™. Adding weight to the vehicle that exceeds the payload specifications may have an impact on the function of the STAR Safety SystemTM>
Toyota's Responsibility
Since Toyota is not aware of all possible vehicle equipment products in the market and their potential effects on the vehicle, Toyota's warranty policy will not cover vehicle components modified to allow the installation of aftermarket and commercial equipment.
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. reserves the right to discontinue models, change specifications, or change designs at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
SAFETY STANDARDS & COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Introduction
Toyota is selling fully certified completed vehicles that with care may be altered by qualified businesses. But in this process of upfitting these vehicles, recertification is the responsibility of the alterer wherever compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) is affected.
Toyota has not performed evaluations on the thousands of products existing in the automobile equipment aftermarket. In addition, Toyota is not familiar with all of the products that may be installed on vehicles nor the impact that aftermarket equipment may have to the vehicle's original design performance, durability, safety, and compliance to FMVSS. Therefore, all automobile aftermarket equipment manufacturers and alterers are responsible for designing and fabricating their products to conform to all local, state, and federal laws and regulations, including safety and exhaust gas standards.
Some federal, state or local laws require additional equipment to be installed to assure the vehicle is in compliance after alteration. The alterer is responsible for conducting all necessary research and assuring the necessary ancillary equipment is identified and installed to support the compliance of the vehicle after the alteration.
NOTE: The statements and other data contained herein are offered for informational purposes only, and are not intended to serve as a guide for conduct or action by anyone. Views or interpretations expressed herein merely represent opinions concerning certain effects of the federal motor vehicle safety law (informally known as the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966" or "The Safety Act") and the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) issued thereunder, except in those cases in which the act or standards are quoted verbatim. Please consult the entire Act and review all provisions of the standards with your legal counsel to determine your obligations.
1. DEFINITIONS
Altered vehicle means a completed vehicle previously certified in accordance with § 567.4 or § 567.5 that has been altered other than by the addition, substitution, or removal of readily attachable components, such as mirrors or tire and rim assemblies or by minor finishing operations such as painting before the first purchase of the vehicle other than for resale in such a manner as may affect the conformity of the vehicle with one or more Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard(s) or the validity of the vehicle's stated weight ratings or vehicle type classification.
Alterer means a person who alters by addition, substitution, or removal of components (other than readily attachable components such as mirrors or tire and rim assemblies) to a certified vehicle before the first purchase of the vehicle other than for resale.
"Completed vehicle" means a vehicle that requires no further manufacturing operations to perform its intended function, other than the addition of readily attachable components, such as mirrors or tire and rim assemblies, or minor finishing operations such as painting.
Upfitter means the same as "alterer".
2. INCOMPLETE VEHICLES
Toyota does not produce and does not support incomplete vehicles for retail or fleet customers. Therefore, this document does not contain any material regarding the FMVSS compliance of incomplete vehicles. If interested in information on incomplete vehicles in general, refer to the FMVSS compliance standards.
3. SAFETY ACTS
A. United States -- The National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 (United States) and the Motor Vehicle Safety Act (Canada) and the standards and regulations issued under authority of these laws impose responsibilities on dealers, intermediate and final stage manufacturers, and vehicle alterers and modifiers, as well as on Toyota Motor Corporation and its affiliates. US Safety Act Excerpts
A person may not manufacture for sale, sell, offer for sale, introduce or deliver for introduction in interstate commerce, or import into the United States, any motor vehicle or motor vehicle equipment manufactured on or after the date an applicable motor vehicle safety standard prescribed under this chapter [49 USC §§ 30101 et seq.] takes effect unless the vehicle or equipment complies with the standard and is covered by a certification issued under section 30115 of this title. [49 USC § 30112 Prohibitions on manufacturing, selling, and importing non-complying motor vehicles and equipment].
A manufacturer, distributor, dealer, or motor vehicle repair business may not knowingly make inoperative any part of a device or element of design installed on or in a motor vehicle or motor vehicle equipment in compliance with an applicable motor vehicle safety standard prescribed under this chapter [49 USC §§ 30101 et seq.] unless the manufacturer, distributor, dealer, or repair business reasonably believes the vehicle or equipment will not be used (except for testing or a similar purpose during maintenance or repair) when the device or element is inoperative. [49 USC § 30122 . Making safety devices and elements inoperative].
Unlike other federal, state or municipal regulatory legislation, this law controls the manufacture and sale of motor vehicles and not the application or operation of the vehicle. Compliance with the law affects the manufacturer, distributor, dealer, and anyone who completes a vehicle in all significant aspects and sells it to the end user.
NOTE: Those involved in assembly, modification, distribution, altering or selling of truck products must become familiar with the law and related safety standards. Persons engaged in these activities, who are not affiliated with Toyota Motor Corporation, should review the law and its obligations with their legal counsel.
The law contains specific penalties. Violators of these provisions are subject to a civil penalty of up to $6,000 per vehicle, or other violations up to a maximum of $16,375,000 for related series of violations. Penalties are adjusted for inflation from time to time. Copies of the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966" and the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards may be obtained from any attorney, U.S. Congressman, or from the Superintendent of Documents, Washington, D.C., or on-line at www.gpoaccess.gov. B. Canada
The Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1993 regulates the manufacture and importation of motor vehicles and motor vehicle equipment to reduce the risk of death , injury and damage to property and the environment. The Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations (CMVSR) are published under the Act's authority. While the Canadian motor vehicle safety regulations are very similar to the US motor vehicle safety standards, and in some cases identical, they are not identical throughout. Special attention must be paid to these differences when altering a vehicle, especially bilingual requirements for warning labels and radio frequency interference requirements.
4. MODIFYING COMPLETE VEHICLES
Complete vehicles, certified to be in compliance with all applicable standards, may be modified or altered, or have their vehicle-type classification changed prior to delivery of the vehicle, in its final form, to the end user. However, whoever modifies or alters the vehicle or changes its type classification is considered to be a vehicle alterer and is responsible for complying with the law and all applicable standards. In addition, the alterer must also certify on a vehicle alterer's certification label that the entire vehicle, in its final form, conforms to all applicable safety standards.
NOTE: Modification of complete vehicles may also affect vehicle emissions. Alterers and equipment manufacturers should review their modifications to ensure that compliance with Federal, Canada and/or California Exhaust Emissions Regulations has not been affected.
5. SAFETY STANDARDS APPLICABLE TO TRUCKS WITH A GVWR OF 10,000 LBS OR LESS BUILT IN MY 2007 OR LATER*
| FMVSS/CMVSR No. | Title |
| 101 | Controls and Displays |
| 102 | Transmission, Shift Position Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect |
| 103 | Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems |
| 104 | Windshield Wiping and Washing System |
| 105 | Hydraulic Brake Systems |
| 106 | Hydraulic, Air and Vacuum Brake Hose, Brake Hose Assemblies, and Brake Hose End Fittings |
| 108 | Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment |
| 109 | New Pneumatic Tires |
| 110 | Tire Selection & Rims |
| 111 | Rearview Mirrors |
| 113 | Hood Latch System |
| 114 | Theft Protection |
| 115 (Canada) | Vehicle Identification Number |
| 116 | Motor Vehicle Hydraulic Brake Fluids |
| 118 | Power-Operated Window, Partition and Roof Panel Systems (if installed) |
| 119 | New Pneumatic Tires for Vehicles Other than Passenger Cars |
| 124 | Accelerator Control Systems |
| 135 | Light Vehicle Hydraulic Brake Systems |
| 138 (USA) | Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems |
| 139 (USA) | New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles |
| 201 | Occupant Protection in Interior Impact |
| 202 & 202a | Head Restraints |
| 203 (Canada) | Driver Impact Protection |
| 204 | Steering Control Rearward Displacement |
| 205 | Glazing Materials |
| 206 | Door Locks and Door Retention Components |
| 207 | Seating Systems |
| 208 | Occupant Crash Protection |
| 209 | Seat Belt Assemblies |
| 210 | Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages |
| 210.1 (Canada) | User-Ready Tether Anchorages for Restraint Systems |
| 210.2 (Canada) | Lower Universal Anchorage Systems for Restraint Systems and Booster Cushions |
| 212 | Windshield Mounting |
| 214 | Side-Impact Protection |
| 216 | Roof Crush Resistance |
| 219 | Windshield Zone Intrusion |
| 225 (USA) | Child Restraint Anchorage System |
| 301 | Fuel System Integrity |
| 301.1 (Canada) | LPG Fuel System Integrity |
| 301.2 (Canada) | CNG Fuel System Integrity |
| 302 | Flammability of Interior Materials |
| 303 | Fuel System Integrity of Compressed Natural Gas Vehicles |
| 304 | Compressed Natural Gas Fuel Containers |
* Note that there are numerous other FMVSS's besides those listed here. The other standards are applicable to other types of vehicles or equipment, or may be relevant to older trucks. For a complete list of the FMVSS's, consult 49 C.F.R. Part 571.
6. CERTIFICATION LABEL
All completed trucks manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation and affiliates, for use on the public roads, are provided with safety compliance certification labels affixed to the vehicles at the assembly plants.
These labels contain information required by Part 567 of Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations for completed vehicles offered for sale in the United States and by Section 6 of the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations for completed vehicles offered for sale in Canada.
Labels include: (1) the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for each axle of the truck, (2) the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the total vehicle, and (3) tire and rim data required by FMVSS or CMVSS 110, Tire Selection and Rims for Motor Vehicles With a GVWR of 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds) or less, 120, Tire Selection and Rims for Motor Vehicles Other Than Passenger Cars. [Note that CMVSS 110 has a slightly different title.]
Completed trucks for sale in the United States will have a label similar to the one shown on this page. For most Toyota trucks, the label is located on the driver's door latch pillar.
The Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Act and Regulations require: (1) display of the National Safety mark (below); (2) the expression "Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards" or "CMVSS"; and (3) "Poids Nominal Brut du Vehicule" or "PNBV" on vehicles manufactured for sale in Canada. Completed vehicles manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation for sale in Canada, will have a label containing the Canadian National Safety Mark or a separate National Safety Mark label.
Note: Alteration of completed vehicles before the first purchase of the vehicle for purposes other than resale may affect compliance of the vehicle to certain safety standards. Parts 567 and 568 of Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations state requirements for vehicle alterers in the United States. In Canada, Regulation 9 of the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations determines the obligations of vehicle alterers under the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations.
7. ALTERER'S INFORMATION
The following information is provided to assist the alterer in understanding the process of FMVSS 110 compliance. Prior to this process, the parties involved must assure they selected a vehicle that has adequate load capacity for carrying the passengers, and cargo after the alteration.
A. Vehicle Dimensions
Dimensional information for all 2007 Tundra models is available in the illustration section within this CD/website.
B. Vehicle Weight Information
The Certification Label contains GVWR and front/rear GAWR.
A table of curb weights, GAWR, and GVWR for all 2007 Tundra models is available in the Owner's Manuals and within this CD/website.
Determine front and rear axle curb weight to know how much can be added to vehicle during alteration.
Passenger and cargo weight must be accounted for before upfitting.
Weigh vehicle after alteration to determine starting point for creating a new tire placard.
C. Tire Placard Changes
Example:
1. Select Vehicle: (VIN: 5TFRT54167X00166606)
SR5, 4.7L, 4x2. Double Cab (UCK5IL)
GVWR: 6700#
GAWR frt.: 3900#
GAWR rear 4000#
Seating Capacity: 5 total, 2 front, 3 rear
Combined weight of occupants and cargo 1340#
2. Add Equipment: +300 pounds were added in the bed centered 8" ahead of rear axle
Weight of added equipment must allow for passengers and some additional cargo weight. In this example, passenger capacity remains unchanged. Note: Do not start with a vehicle that does not have adequate load capacity for alteration, passengers and some additional cargo!
This equipment changes the tire placard combined weight of occupants and cargo to 1040 lbs. :
3. Tire pressure information
No change required from factory specification: 30 psi front and 33 psi rear. These tire pressures will support the GAWR for this vehicle.
4. Alterer Certification Label (49 CFR Part 567.7)
Original certification label by Toyota remains on the vehicle.
Affix an additional label per 49 CFR Part 576.4
"This vehicle was altered by ( individual or corporate name) In (month and year alterations were completed) and as altered it conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety, Bumper and Theft Prevention Standards as affected by the alteration and in effect in (month, year)".
D. Emissions Certification
To preserve the emissions certification of the original vehicle, no modification to any emissions component (fuel system, emission controls, exhaust system, ignition system, etc) is permitted to the altered or upfitted vehicle.
E. RFI Certification
To preserve the radio frequency interference immunity and certification of the original vehicle, no electrical shielding or grounding is to be modified on the altered or upfitted vehicle.
F. Thermal Caveat
To protect the heat resistant integrity of the original vehicle, no removal of any heat shielding or repositioning of any components closer to any hot surface is permitted on the altered or upfitted vehicle.
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