2022 LEXUS NX300h Owners Manual

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WARNINGTrailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities established by the hitch manufac-turer. Even though the vehicle may be physically capable of towing a higher weight, theoperator must determine the maximum weight rating of the particular hitch assemblyand never exceed the maximum weight rating specified for the trailer-hitch. Exceeding
the maximum weight rating set by the trailer-hitch manufacturer can cause an accident resulting in death or serious personal injuries.NOTICEWhen installing a trailer hitch, use only the position recommended by your Lexus dealer.
Do not install the trailer hitch on the bumper; this may cause body damage.
Positionsfortowinghitchreceiverandhitchball
A
Weight carrying ball position: 43.0 in.
(1093.0 mm)
B
Hitch receiver pin hole position: 34.6 in.(880.0 mm)
Connectingtrailerlights
Please consult your dealer when installing trailer lights, as incorrect installation may
cause damage to the vehiclejs lights. Please take care to comply with your statejs
laws when installing trailer lights.
NOTICEDo not directly splice trailer lights. Directly splicing trailer lights may damage your vehiclejs electrical system and cause a malfunction.
Trailertowingtips
Your vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. Help to avoid an accident,
death or serious injury, keep the following in mind when towing:

whichever is lowest. Instability of the towing vehicle-trailer combination (trailersway) increases as speed increases. Exceeding speed limits may cause loss of control.

Trailertowing(vehicleswithouttowingpackage)
Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Lexus also does not
recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your vehicle is not designed for trailer towing or
for the use of tow hitch mounted carriers.1-5.Entering/exitingthevehicleandloadingluggage1251
Before driving

Dinghytowing
Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the ground) behind a motor
home.NOTICE