2002 Lexus RX 300 Owners Manual - Page 234

DRIVING TIPS Hitches D If you wish to install a trailer hitch, your Lexus dealer should be consulted. D Use only a hitch which is recommended by Lexus dealer and conforms to the total trailer weight requirement. D Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manufacturer. Lubricate the hitch ball with a light coat of grease. D Lexus recommends removing the trailer hitch whenever you are not towing a trailer to reduce the possibility of additional damage caused by the hitch if your vehicle is struck from behind. After removing the hitch, seal any mounting holes in the vehicle body to prevent entry of pollutants such as exhaust fumes, dirt, water, etc. Trailer ball Follow these easy steps to properly determine the correct trailer ball for your application: 1. Determine the correct trailer ball size for the trailer coupler. Most couplers are stamped with the required trailer ball size. The sizes you will most likely find stamped on the coupler are: Trailer class III II I Typical Trailer Ball Size 2− 5/16 in. 2 in. 1− 7/8 in. 2. Select the appropriate trailer ball to match or exceed the gross trailer weight rating of the trailer. The trailer ball load rating should be printed on the top of the ball. NOTICE D Install the trailer hitch using only the position recommended by your Lexus dealer. Do not install the trailer hitch on the bumper; this may cause body damage. D Do not use axle−mounted hitches as they can cause damage to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires. 214 2002 MY RX300_U (OM48416U)