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2-5. Driving information

CAUTION

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Weight of the load

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Do not exceed the maximum axle weight rating or the total vehicle weight rating.

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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. Improper loading may cause dete-

rioration of steering or braking control which may cause death or serious injury.

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Roof luggage carrier precautions

To use the roof rails as a roof luggage carrier, you must fit the roof rails with two or

more genuine Lexus cross rails or their equivalent.

When you load cargo on the roof luggage carrier, observe the following:

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Place the cargo so that its weight is distributed evenly between the front and rear

axles.

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If loading long or wide cargo, never exceed the vehicle overall length or width.

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P. 684)

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Before driving, make sure the cargo is securely fastened on the roof luggage car-

rier.

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Loading cargo on the roof luggage carrier will make the center of the vehicle

gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking or

abrupt maneuvers, otherwise it may result in loss of control or vehicle rollover

due to failure to operate this vehicle correctly and result in death or serious injury.

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If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, stop the vehicle

now and then during the trip to make sure the cargo remains in its place.

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Do not exceed 154 lb. (70 kg) cargo weight on the roof luggage carrier.