Toyota Lexusc Owner's Handbook Manual page 174

2. Slide the cross rails to the appropriate position for
loading luggage and release the lever.
CAUTION
Make sure the cross rails are locked securely by
pushing forward and rearward them. Failure to do so
may cause an unexpected accident or severe injury in
the event of emergency braking or a collision.
Follow the manufacturer's instructions and precautions when
installing the attachments or their equivalent.
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
CAUTION
When you load cargo on the roof luggage carrier,
observe the following:
D Place the cargo so that its weight is distributed
evenly between the front and rear axles.
D If loading long or wide cargo, never exceed the
vehicle overall length or width. (See "Specifications"
on page 712 for information on your vehicle overall
length and width.)
D Before driving, make sure the cargo is securely
fastened on the roof luggage carrier.
D 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.
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