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Total trailer weight x 100= 9 to 11%
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Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight
capacities established by the hitch manufacturer.
Even  though the vehicle may be phy

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Tow hitch receiver (on some models)
The tow hitch receiver is installed under the rear bumper.
CAUTION
A tow hitch receiver is rated for weight carrying towing
only up to 2268 kg (500

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 1  Trailer ball load rating  2  Ball diameter
 
3  Shank length   4  Shank diameter
3. When mounted in the ball mount, the threaded ball shank
must protrude beyond the bottom of the

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Brakes and safety chains
Lexus  recommends trailers with brakes that conform to
any applicable federal and state/provincial regulations.
 A safety chain must always be used between

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Tires
Ensure  that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated.  Adjust
the tire pressure to the recommended cold tire pressure
indicated below.
Tire pressure:  220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm

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Maintenance
If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent
maintenance due to the additional load.  For this
information, please refer to the scheduled maintenance
inf

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Pre�towing safety check
Check that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or
unloaded  trailer is hitched.  Do not drive if the vehicle has an
abnormal nose −up or nose− down c

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Crosswinds and rough roads will adversely affect handling
of your vehicle and trailer, causing sway.  Pay attention to
the rear from time to time to prepare yourself for being
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