2009 Lexus ES 350 Owners Manual - Page 165
2009 Lexus ES 350 Manual
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2-5. Driving information
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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
Towing a trailer
Consult your Lexus dealer for further information on additional require-
ments such as a towing kits, etc.
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Trailer tongue load
The trailer cargo load should be distributed so that the tongue load
is 9 to 11% of the total trailer weight, not exceeding the maximum
100 lb. (45 kg). (Tongue load / Total trailer weight x 100 = 9 to 11%)
The total trailer weight and tongue load can be measured with plat-
form scales found at a highway weighing stations, building supply
company, trucking company, junk yards, etc.
Total trailer weight
Tongue load