Lexus RX450h 2010, Owner'S Manual

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2-5. Driving information
RX450h_U
CAUTION
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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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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 gravity of the
vehicle higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking or
abrupt maneuvers, otherwise the result may be a loss of control or vehicle roll-
over due to failure to operate this vehicle correctly and result in death or serious
injury.
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If driving for long distances, 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 165 lb. (75 kg) cargo weight on the roof luggage carrier.
NOTICE
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When loading cargo
Be careful not to scratch the surface of the moon roof.
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Place the cargo so that its weight is distrib-
uted evenly between the front and rear
axles.
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If loading long or wide cargo, never exceed
the vehicle’s overall length or width.
(
→
P. 628)
Cross rails
Roof rails