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DRIVING TIPS CAUTION D The maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus cargo weight) must never exceed the following for vehicle with equipped. For weight carrying hitch 2268 kg (5000 lb.) Also for weight distributing hitch 2948 kg (6500 lb.) If towing a trailer and cargo weighting over 2268 kg (5000 lb.), it is necessary to use a weight distributing hitch. If towing a trailer and cargo weighing over 907 kg (2000 lb.), Lexus recommends to use a sway control device with sufficient capacity. The combination of the gross trailer weight added to the total weight of the vehicle, occupants and vehicle cargo must never exceed a total of the following. According to the hitch receiver type, the maximum gross trailer weight and hitch that can be used differs. Refer to the illustrations to confirm the hitch receiver type for your vehicle. For weight carrying hitch 4764 kg (10500 lb.) Also for weight distributing hitch 5443 kg (12000 lb.) Exceeding the maximum weight of the trailer, the vehicle, or the vehicle and trailer combination, can cause an accident resulting in serious personal injuries. D Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities established by the hitch manufacturer. Even though the vehicle may be physically capable of towing a higher weight, the operator must determine the maximum weight rating of the particular hitch assembly and never exceed the maximum weight rating specified for the trailer hitch. Exceeding the maximum weight rating set by the trailer hitch manufacturer can cause an accident resulting in serious personal injuries. D The gross vehicle weight must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) indicated on the Certification Label. The gross vehicle weight is the sum weight of the unloaded vehicle, driver, passengers, luggage, hitch and trailer tongue load. It also includes the weight of any special equipment installed on your vehicle. D The load on either the front or rear axle resulting from distribution of the gross vehicle weight on both axles must not exceed the front and rear Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) listed on the Certification Label. 348

Section	Page
Foreword	1
Foreword	2
Introduction	3
How To Use This Manual	5
Pictorial Index	8
Quick Reference	15
Keys and Doors	21
Switches	37
Gauges, Meters and Service Reminder Indicators	53
Interior Equipment	75
Exterior Equipment	96
Comfort Adjustment	108
Theft Deterrent	188
Air Conditioning	192
Audio	208
Starting and Driving	310
Driving Tips	352
In Case of An Emergency	372
Maintenance	408
Introduction	416
Engine	424
Chassis	440
Electrical Components	456
Body	472
Reporting Safety Defects For U.S. Owners	482
Foreword	484
Foreword	485
Introduction	486
How To Use This Manual	488
Pictorial Index	491
Quick Reference	498
Keys and Doors	504
Switches	520
Gauges, Meters and Service Reminder Indicators	536
Interior Equipment	558
Exterior Equipment	579
Comfort Adjustment	591
Theft Deterrent	671
Air Conditioning	675
Audio	691
Starting and Driving	793
Driving Tips	835
In Case of An Emergency	855
Maintenance	891
Introduction	899
Engine	907
Chassis	923
Electrical Components	939
Body	955

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DRIVING TIPS

348

CAUTION

The maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus

cargo weight) must never exceed the following for

vehicle with equipped.

For weight carrying hitch

2268 kg (5000 lb.)

Also for weight distributing hitch

2948 kg (6500 lb.)

If towing a trailer and cargo weighting over 2268 kg

(5000 lb.), it is necessary to use a weight distributing

hitch.

If towing a trailer and cargo weighing over 907 kg

(2000 lb.), Lexus recommends to use a sway control

device with sufficient capacity.

The combination of

the gross trailer weight added to the total weight of

the vehicle, occupants and vehicle cargo must never

exceed a total of the following.

According to the hitch receiver type, the maximum

gross trailer weight and hitch that can be used

differs.

Refer to the illustrations to confirm the hitch

receiver type for your vehicle.

For weight carrying hitch

4764 kg (10500 lb.)

Also for weight distributing hitch

5443 kg (12000 lb.)

Exceeding the maximum weight of the trailer, the

vehicle, or the vehicle and trailer combination, can

cause an accident resulting in serious personal

injuries.

Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight

capacities established by the hitch manufacturer.

Even though the vehicle may be physically capable of

towing a higher weight, the operator must determine

the maximum weight rating of the particular hitch

assembly and never exceed the maximum weight

rating specified for the trailer hitch.

Exceeding the

maximum weight rating set by the trailer hitch

manufacturer can cause an accident resulting in

serious personal injuries.

The gross vehicle weight must not exceed the Gross

Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) indicated on the

Certification Label.

The gross vehicle weight is the

sum

weight

the

unloaded

vehicle,

driver,

passengers, luggage, hitch and trailer tongue load.

It also includes the weight of any special equipment

installed on your vehicle.

The load on either the front or rear axle resulting from

distribution of the gross vehicle weight on both axles

must not exceed the front and rear Gross Axle Weight

Ratings (GAWR) listed on the Certification Label.