Lexus RX300 2001, Owner'S Manual

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DRIVING TIPS
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2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)
Hitches
If you wish to install a trailer hitch, your Lexus dealer should
be consulted.
Use only a hitch which is recommended by Lexus dealer
and conforms to the total trailer weight requirement.
Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manufacturer.
Lubricate the hitch ball with a light coat of grease.
Lexus recommends removing the trailer hitch whenever
you are not towing a trailer to reduce the possibility of
additional damage caused by the hitch if your vehicle is
struck from behind. After removing the hitch, seal any
mounting holes in the vehicle body to prevent entry of
pollutants such as exhaust fumes, dirt, water, etc.
NOTICE
Install the trailer hitch using only the position
recommended by your Lexus dealer. Do not install
the trailer hitch on the bumper; this may cause body
damage.
Do not use axle–mounted hitches as they can cause
damage to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels
or tires.
Trailer ball
Follow these easy steps to properly determine the correct
trailer ball for your application:
1. Determine the correct trailer ball size for the trailer coupler.
Most couplers are stamped with the required trailer ball size.
The sizes you will most likely find stamped on the coupler are:
Trailer class Typical Trailer Ball Size
III 2– 5/16 in.
II 2 in.
I 1– 7/8 in.
2. Select the appropriate trailer ball to match or exceed the
gross trailer weight rating of the trailer. The trailer ball load
rating should be printed on the top of the ball.