2017 trd pro towing first drive

Just found this video by mr truck of a 2017 trd pro towing a trailer in the rockies.

https://youtu.be/6ZqvK3XkpXQ

 

"Red stitching is soooo pretty"

 

Only made it two minutes in. Sometimes I hate the internet.

 

Ha, I didn't even make it that far, freaking dumb.

 

They're towing a pair of ATVs? That's what, 800-1000lbs for both? Pretty sure I carry more beer for weekend camping trips.

ROFLcopter.

 

Yeah, put a 4,000lb trailer on there and you'll notice a difference. I tow a 2,000lb camper and though it tows very well I know it's back there especially though the hills.

 

You could hear the truck downshifting at times. I would bet they were towing in drive, then again they are at high elevation. It is a long video though.

 

I tow in neutral in order to prevent that gear shifting

 

I mean as opposed to putting it in sport mode. Since it limits it to 4th gear instead of overdrive gears.

 

Is this the best way to haul?

 

no, just use ECT. Like the manual states. You'll be fine.

 

I can do that. Lol. That's the only time I use it. Thank you.

 

I don't even own one and I know it states in the owners manual to not tow in overdrive or use S5.

EDIT: If you are just hauling items in the bed then yes, ECT would be just fine.