2003 Lexus LX 470 User Guide 2 - Page 300

DRIVING TIPS Tow hitch receiver 32L002 32X503 "Total trailer weight "Tongue load A tow hitch receiver should be installed as shown before towing. 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 Total trailer weight Weight carrying hitch x100= 9 to 11% (*1) or 15% (*2) 442 kg (975 lb.) 295 kg (650 lb.) CAUTION D Never attempt to remove or install a tow hitch. For removal or installation, contact your authorized Lexus dealer. D A tow hitch receiver is rated for weight carrying towing only up to 2948 kg (5500 lbs.) Only use this tow hitch receiver on your vehicle. Do not use this tow hitch receiver on any other vehicle. Weight distributing hitch 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. 282