Lexus LX 470 Owner's Manual page 262

DRIVING TIPS
CAUTION
D The maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus
cargo weight) must never exceed 2948 kg (6500 lb.).
If towing a trailer and cargo weighing over 907 kg
(2000 lb.), it is necessary to use a sway control device
with sufficient capacity.
gross trailer weight added to the total weight of the
vehicle, occupants and vehicle cargo must never
exceed a total of 5625 kg (12400 lb.). Exceeding the
maximum weight of the trailer, the vehicle, or the
vehicle and trailer combination, can cause an
accident resulting in serious personal injuries.
D Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight
capacities established by the hitch manufacturer.
Even though the vehicle may be physically capable of
towing a higher weight, the operator must determine
the maximum weight rating of the particular hitch
assembly and never exceed the maximum weight
rating specified for the trailer hitch. Exceeding the
maximum weight rating set by the trailer hitch
manufacturer can cause an accident resulting in
serious personal injuries.
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The combination of the
D The gross vehicle weight must not exceed the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) indicated on the
Certification Label. The gross vehicle weight is the
sum weight of the unloaded vehicle, driver,
passengers, luggage, hitch and trailer tongue load.
It also includes the weight of any special equipment
installed on your vehicle.
D The load on either the front or rear axle resulting from
distribution of the gross vehicle weight on both axles
must not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR) listed on the Certification Label.
D Maximum tongue weight for a weight carrying hitch
is 295 kg (650 lb.).