Lexus Lx470 Owner's Manual page 172

2-5. Driving information
CAUTION
Storage precautions
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Do not stack anything in the luggage compartment higher than the seatbacks.
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Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during
sudden braking or in an accident.
Do not drive with objects on top of the instrument panel.
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They may interfere with the driver' s field of view or move during sharp accelera-
tion or turning, thus impairing the driver' s control of the vehicle. In an accident
they may injure the vehicle occupants.
Secure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and injure some-
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one during an accident or sudden braking.
Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. It is not designed for
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passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts properly fastened.
Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer serious injury, in the event of sud-
den braking or a collision.
Weight of the load
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Do not exceed the maximum axle weight rating or the total vehicle weight rating.
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Even if the total load of occupant's weight and the cargo load is less than the total
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load capacity, do not apply the load unevenly. Improper loading may cause dete-
rioration of steering or braking control which may cause death or serious injury.
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