Lexus 2006 lx 470, Owner'S Manual

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2-5. Driving information
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CAUTION
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To avoid accident or injury
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The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus the weight of cargo) must not exceed
6500 lb. (2948 kg).
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If a trailer and cargo weight over 2000 lb. (907 kg), use a sway control device
with sufficient capacity.
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The gross combined weight (sum of your vehicle weight plus its load and the total
trailer weight) must not exceed 12400 lb. (5625 kg).
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Do not exceed the trailer hitch assembly weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle
weight and trailer tongue load capacities.
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Never load more weight in the back than in the front of the trailer. About 60% of
the load should be in the front half of the trailer, and the remaining 40% in the
rear.
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Set the vehicle height to the “LO” mode and turn off the active height control sus-
pension to prevent the vehicle height from automatically changing.
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The tow hitch receiver installed on your vehicle must never be used on another
vehicle.
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Hitches
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If you wish to install a trailer hitch, contact your Lexus dealer.
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Use only a hitch that conforms to the total trailer weight requirement.
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Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manufacturer.
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Lubricate the hitch ball with a light coat of grease.
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Remove the trailer hitch whenever you are not towing a trailer. After removing
the hitch, seal any mounting hole in the vehicle body to prevent entry of any sub-
stances into the vehicle.
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When towing a trailer
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If the total trailer weight exceeds 1000 lb. (453 kg), trailer brakes are required.
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Never tap into your vehicle’s hydraulic system, as this will lower the vehicle’s brak-
ing effectiveness.
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Never tow a trailer without using a safety chain securely attached to both the
trailer and the vehicle. If damage occurs to the coupling unit or hitch ball, there is
danger of the trailer wandering into another lane.