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32L002
"Total trailer weight
"Tongue load
D The trailer cargo load should be distributed so that
the tongue load is 9 to 11 % for weight carrying hitch
1
(*
) or 15 % for weight distributing hitch (*
trailer weight, not exceeding the maximum load of the
following.
Tongue load
x100 = 9 to 11% (*
Total trailer weight
Weight distributing hitch
442 kg (975 lb.)
Weight carrying hitch
295 kg (650 lb.)
D Never load the trailer with more weight in the back
than in the front. About 60 % of the trailer load should
be in the front half of the trailer and the remaining 40
% in the rear.
Hitches
D If you wish to install a trailer hitch, please consult your Lexus
dealer regarding the weight distribution capabilities of the
hitch.
D Use only a hitch which is recommended by Lexus dealer
and conforms to the total trailer weight requirement.
D The hitch must be bolted securely to the vehicle frame and
installed according to the hitch manufacturer's instructions.
D The hitch ball and king pin should have a light coat of
grease.
Trailer ball
Follow these easy steps to properly determine the correct
trailer ball for your application:
2
) of the total
1. Determine the correct trailer ball size for the trailer coupler.
Most couplers are stamped with the required trailer ball size.
The sizes you'll most likely find stamped on the coupler are:
1
)
or 15% (*
2
)
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.
Trailer Class
Typical Trailer Ball Size
III
2−5/16 in.
II
2
I
1−7/8 in.
DRIVING TIPS
in.
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