2017 LEXUS RX200T tow bar

2384-1. Before driving
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
◆Weight limits
Check the allowable towing capacity, GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass), MPAC
(Maximum Permissible Axle Capacity), and permissible drawbar load before
towing. ( P. 726)
◆Towing hitch/bracket
Lexus recommends the use of the Lexus hitch/bracket for your vehicle. Other
products of a suitable nature and comparable quality may also be used.
◆To prevent an accident
The handling of the vehicle will feel different when towing a trailer. Beware of
the 3 most common causes of towing-rel ated accidents: driver error, exces-
sive speed, and overloading.
Trailer towing (vehicles with towing package)
The strain of towing a trailer will have a negative impact on the running perfor-
mance, handling, fuel consumption and endurance of your vehicle. Use the
vehicle features in the correct manner and operate the vehicle with care for
safer driving and optimal comfort. D amage and/or malfunctions that occur as
a result of towing performed for commercial purposes are not covered by the
Lexus warranty.
Ask your local authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped profession al for further details before towing, as there are addi-
tional legal requirements in some countries.

2394-1. Before driving
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Driving
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
■Total trailer weight and permissible drawbar load
Total trailer weight
Weight of the trailer itself plus the trailer load should be within the max-
imum towing capacity. Exceeding this weight is dangerous. ( P. 726)
Permissible drawbar load
Allocate the trailer load so that the drawbar load is greater than 25 kg
(55.1 lb.) or 4% of the towing capac- ity. Do not let the drawbar loadexceed the indicated weight.
( P. 726)
■Information tag (manufacturer’s label)
Gross vehicle mass
The combined weight of the driver, passengers, luggage, towing hitch, total curb mass and drawbar load should not exceed the gross vehicle mass by more than
100 kg (220.5 lb.). Exceedin g this weight is dangerous.
Maximum permissible rear axle capacity
The weight borne by the rear axle should not exceed the maximum permissible
rear axle capacity by 15% or more. Exceeding this weight is dangerous.
The values for towing capacity were derived from testing conducted at sea level.
Take note that engine output and towing capacity will be reduced at high altitudes.
Important points regarding trailer loads
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Type AType B

2404-1. Before driving
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
WARNING
■When the gross vehicle mass or maximum permissible axle capacity is exceeded
Failing to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.
●Add an additional 20.0 kPa (0.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 3 psi) to the recommended tire infla-tion pressure value. ( P. 737)
●Do not exceed the established speed limit for towing a trailer in built-up areas or 100
km/h (62 mph), whichever is lower.

2424-1. Before driving
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
■Tire information
●Increase the tire inflation pressure to 20.0 kPa (0.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 3 psi) greater than the recommended value when towing. ( P. 737)
●Increase the air pressure of the trailer tires in accordance with the total trailer weight
and according to the values recommended by the manufacturer of your trailer.
■Break-in schedule
Lexus recommends that vehicles fitted with new power train components should not be
used for towing trailers for the first 800 km (500 miles).
■Safety checks before towing
●Check that the maximum load limit for the towing hitch/bracket hitch ball is not
exceeded. Bear in mind that the coupling weight of the trailer will add to the load exerted on the vehicle. Also make sure that you will not be towing a load that exceeds the maximum permissible axle capacity.
●Ensure that the trailer load is secure.
●Supplementary outside rear view mirrors shou ld be added to the vehicle if the traffic behind cannot be clearly seen with standard mirrors. Adjust the extending arms of
these mirrors on both sides of the vehicle so that they always provide maximum visibility of the road behind.
■Maintenance
●Maintenance must be performed more frequently when using the vehicle for towingdue to the greater weight burden placed on the vehicle compared to normal driving.
●Retighten all bolts securing the hitching ball and bracket after towing for approximately
1000 km (600 miles).

3094-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
• When rapidly closing on an electric toll gate barrier, parking area barrier, or other barrier that opens and closes• When using an automatic car wash
• When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc. from a vehicle ahead • When driving through steam or smoke
• When there are patterns or paint on the road or a wall that may be mistaken for a
vehicle or pedestrian*4
• When driving near an object that reflects radio waves, such as a large truck or guardrail
• When driving near a TV tower, broadcasting station, electric power plant, or other location where strong radio waves or electrical noise may be present
*4: Depending on the region in which the vehicle was sold, the pedestrian detection
function may not be available.
• When passing under an object (billboard, etc.) at the top of an uphill road
• When driving through or under objects that may contact the vehicle, such as thick
grass, tree branches, or a banner

3174-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
WARNING
■Before using LKA system
Do not rely solely upon the LKA system. LKA is not a system which automatically drives the vehicle or reduces the amount of attention that must be paid to the area in
front of the vehicle. The driver must always assume full responsibility for driving safely by always paying careful attention to the surrounding conditions and operate the steer-ing wheel to correct the path of the vehicle. Also, make sure to take adequate breaks
when fatigued, such as from driv ing for a long period of time. Failure to perform appropriate driving operat ions and pay careful attention may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
■To avoid operating LKA by mistake
When not using the LKA system, use the LKA switch to turn the system off.
■Situations unsuitable for LKA
Do not use the LKA system in the following situations. The system may not operate properly and le ad to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
●A spare tire, tire chains, etc., are equipped.
●When the tires have been excessively worn, or when the tire inflation pressure is low.
●Tires which differ by structure, manufacturer, brand or tread pattern are used.
●Objects or patterns that could be mistaken for white (yellow) lines are present on the side of the road (guardrails, cu rbs, reflective poles, etc.).
●Vehicle is driven on a snow-covered road.
●White (yellow) lines are difficult to see due to rain, snow, fog, dust, etc.
●Asphalt repair marks, white (yellow) line marks, etc., are present due to road repair.
●Vehicle is driven in a temporary lane or restricted lane due to construction work.
●Vehicle is driven on a road surface which is slippery due to rainy weather, fallen snow, freezing, etc.
●Vehicle is driven in traffic lanes other than on highways and freeways.
●Vehicle is driven in a construction zone.
●When your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing
■Preventing LKA system malfunctions and operations performed by mistake
●Do not modify the headlights or place stic kers, etc., on the surface of the lights.
●Do not modify the suspension etc. If the suspension etc. needs to be replaced, con- tact any authorized Lexus dealer or repair er, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
●Do not install or place anything on the hood or grille. Also, do not install a grille guard (bull bars, kangaroo bar, etc.).
●If your windshield needs repairs, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, oranother duly qualified an d equipped professional.

3894-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
■Situations in which the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function may operate even if there is no possibility of a collision
In some situations such as the following, the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function may
operate even though there is no possibility of a collision.
●Vehicle surroundings
• When driving toward a banner, flag, low- hanging branch or boom barrier (such as those used at railroad crossings, toll gates and parking lots).• When driving on a narrow path surrounded by a structure, such as in a tunnel or on
an iron bridge) • When parallel parking• When there is a rut or hole in the surface of the road
• When driving on a metal cover (grating), such as those used for drainage ditches • When driving on a steep slope
• If a sensor is hit by a large amount of wa ter, such as when driving on a flooded road
●Weather
• If a sensor is covered with ice, snow, dirt, etc. (when cleared, the system will return to normal)• If heavy rain or water strikes a sensor
• When driving in inclement weather su ch as fog, snow or a sandstorm
●Other ultrasonic waves sources
• When vehicle horns, vehicle detectors, motorcycle engines, air brakes of large vehi- cles, the clearance sonar of other vehicles or other devices which produce ultra-sonic waves are near the vehicle
• If a sticker or an electronic component, such as a backlit license plate (especially flu- orescent type), fog lights, a fender pole or wireless antenna is installed near a sensor
●Changes in the vehicle posture
• If the vehicle is significantly tilted • If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered due to the carried load
• If the orientation of a sensor has been changed due to a collision or other impact
• When driving on a narrow road
• When driving on a gravel road or in an area with tall grass

6618-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
Take out the towing eyelet. (P. 680, 695)
Remove the eyelet cover.
Insert the towing eyelet into the hole
and tighten partially by hand.
Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut wrench
or hard metal bar.
Securely attach cables or chains to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehicle body.
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted: P. 256
Emergency towing procedure
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