Lexus 2013 IS250 Owner's Manual page 185

Important points regarding trailer loads

Total trailer weight and permissible drawbar load
1
Total trailer weight
Weight of the trailer itself plus the
trailer load should be within the
maximum
Exceeding this weight is danger-
ous. (P. 536)
When the total trailer weight is
greater than the vehicle weight,
we recommend the use of a fric-
tion
device).
2
Permissible drawbar load
Allocate the trailer load so that the drawbar load is greater than 25 kg (55.1
lb.) or 4% of the towing capacity. Do not let the drawbar load exceed the
indicated weight. (P. 536)
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Information tag (manufacturer's label)
Type A

1
Gross vehicle mass
The combined weight of the driver, passengers, towing hitch, total curb
mass and drawbar load should not exceed the gross vehicle mass by more
than 100 kg (220.5 lb.). Exceeding this weight is dangerous.
2
Maximum permissible rear axle capacity
The weight borne by the rear axle should not exceed the maximum permis-
sible axle capacity by 15% or more. Exceeding this weight is dangerous.
The values for towing capacity were derived from testing conducted at sea
level. Take note that engine output and towing capacity will be reduced at
high altitudes.
IS250_EE(OM53B11E)
towing capacity.
stabilizer (sway control
4-1. Before driving
Type B
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