2006 Lexus LS 430 Owners Manual - Page 159

2-5. Driving information Cargo & luggage Take notice of the following information about stowage precautions, cargo capacity and load. When stowing cargo and luggage in the vehicle, observe the following precautions: • Put cargo and luggage in the trunk when at all possible. Be sure all items are secured in place. • Be careful to keep the vehicle level. Placing the weight as far forward as possible helps maintain vehicle balance. • For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight. Capacity and distribution Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants. (Cargo capacity) = (Total load capacity) - (Total weight of occupants) n Steps for determining correct load limit Locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed xxx pounds" on your vehicle's placard. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from xxx pounds or xxx kilograms The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the "xxx" amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. 1400 - 750 (5 × 150) = 650 lbs. 2 When driving 145