1998 Lexus LX 470 Owners Manual - Page 334
1998 Lexus LX 470 Manual
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DRIVING TIPS 32L002 "Total trailer weight "Tongue load Hitches D If you wish to install a trailer hitch, please consult your Lexus dealer regarding the weight distribution capabilities of the hitch. D Use only a hitch which is recommended by the hitch manufacturer and conforms to the total trailer weight requirement. D The hitch must be bolted securely to the vehicle frame and installed according to the hitch manufacturer's instructions. D The hitch ball and king pin should have a light coat of grease. D The trailer cargo load should be distributed so that the tongue load is 9 to 11 % for weight carrying hitch (*1) or 15 % for weight distributing hitch (*2) of the total trailer weight, not exceeding the maximum load of the following. Tongue load x100 = 9 to 11% (*1) or 15% (*2) Total trailer weight Weight distributing hitch 442 kg (975 lb.) Weight carrying hitch 295 kg (650 lb.) D Never load the trailer with more weight in the back than in the front. About 60 % of the trailer load should be in the front half of the trailer and the remaining 40 % in the rear. 316