2006 Lexus LS 430 Owners Manual - Page 162

2-5. Driving information Vehicle load limits Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, towing capacity and cargo capacity. n Total load capacity: 900 lb. (410 kg) Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants, cargo and luggage. n Seating capacity: Total 5 (Front 2, Rear 3) Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person. Even if the number of occupants are within the seating capacity, do not exceed the total load capacity. n Towing capacity: 2000 lb. (907 kg) Towing capacity means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) that your vehicle is able to tow. n Cargo capacity Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight and the number of occupants. (→P.145) n Total load capacity and seating capacity These are also described on the tire and loading information label. (→P.283) CAUTION n Overload Do not apply excess load. It may cause not only damage to the tires, but also deterioration of steering ability and braking ability, resulting in an accident. 148