Lexus LX 470 1998 Owner's Manual page 228

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 (*
% for weight distributing hitch (*
weight, not exceeding the maximum load of the following.
Tongue load
x100 = 9 to 11% (*
Total trailer weight
Weight distributing hitch 440 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 the hitch
manufacturer 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:
1
) or 15
2 1. Determine the correct trailer ball size for the trailer coupler. Most
) of the total trailer
couplers are stamped with the required trailer ball size. The sizes
you'll most likely find stamped on the coupler are:
1
)
2
or 15% (* )
DRIVING TIPS
Trailer Class Typical Trailer Ball Size
III 2−5/16 in.
II 2 in.
I 1−7/8 in.
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