2004 Lexus LX 470 Owners Manual - Page 326

DRIVING TIPS As shown in the above example, if the number of occupants increases, the cargo and luggage load equaling the combined weight of occupants who got on later must be reduced. In other words, if the increase in the number of occupants causes the excess of the total load capacity (combined weight of occupants plus cargo and luggage load), you have to reduce the cargo and luggage on your vehicle. For details about total load capacity, see "Vehicle load limits" on page 302. Seating configuration variation 32X504 CAUTION Even if the total load of occupant's weight and the cargo load is less than the total load capacity, do not apply the load unevenly. That may cause not only damage to the tire but also deterioration to the steering ability due to unbalance of the vehicle, causing an accident. " 1 Cargo capacity 2 Weight of removed third seat In case of removing the third seat, it is possible to load as much cargo as the weight of the removed seat. (Cargo capacity) = (Total load capacity) - (Total weight of occupants) + (Weight of the removed third seat) Third seat weight: Right Left 20 kg (44 lb.) 20 kg (44 lb.) 306