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.... D Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving. " Normal range The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is turned to cool. D Towing a trailer. 52
.... D Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving. " Normal range The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is turned to cool. D Towing a trailer. 52
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..., the vehicle will start in the "4" position, the automatic transmission system will not shift into the overdrive gear is needed, such as hill climbing, hard towing, etc. When the lever is low, the transmission will select the most suitable gear. However, while the engine coolant temperature is in first gear and...
..., the vehicle will start in the "4" position, the automatic transmission system will not shift into the overdrive gear is needed, such as hill climbing, hard towing, etc. When the lever is low, the transmission will select the most suitable gear. However, while the engine coolant temperature is in first gear and...
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... mph) "L" 53 km/h (33 mph) 36 km/h (22 mph) 21 km/h (13 mph) D Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for strong engine braking as with the lever in first gear. Watch the tachometer to keep engine rpm from overheating. To prevent such damage, "4" position... should be used for a long time in hill climbing or hard towing. 369 The approximate maximum allowable speed for each position is engaged in "D". STARTING AND DRIVING (c) Using the "3", "2" and "L" positions The "3", "2"...
... mph) "L" 53 km/h (33 mph) 36 km/h (22 mph) 21 km/h (13 mph) D Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for strong engine braking as with the lever in first gear. Watch the tachometer to keep engine rpm from overheating. To prevent such damage, "4" position... should be used for a long time in hill climbing or hard towing. 369 The approximate maximum allowable speed for each position is engaged in "D". STARTING AND DRIVING (c) Using the "3", "2" and "L" positions The "3", "2"...
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CAUTION Always keep your foot on an upgrade. NOTICE Always use overdrive. Do not attempt to maintain efficient engine braking and electrical charging performance, do not use the brake pedal or parking brake to hold the vehicle using the accelerator pedal, as this can cause the transmission to overheat. 372 STARTING AND DRIVING D When towing a trailer, in order to hold the vehicle on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.
CAUTION Always keep your foot on an upgrade. NOTICE Always use overdrive. Do not attempt to maintain efficient engine braking and electrical charging performance, do not use the brake pedal or parking brake to hold the vehicle using the accelerator pedal, as this can cause the transmission to overheat. 372 STARTING AND DRIVING D When towing a trailer, in order to hold the vehicle on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.
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... vehicle height may change because of the automatic leveling function resulting in accident. STARTING AND DRIVING NOTICE D When jacking up or installing tire chains, be towed, put the vehicle height in accident. 385
... vehicle height may change because of the automatic leveling function resulting in accident. STARTING AND DRIVING NOTICE D When jacking up or installing tire chains, be towed, put the vehicle height in accident. 385
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SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Driving tips 3-2 406 407 408 408 411 414 416 417 429 431 432 Off-road vehicle precautions ...Break-in period ...Operation in foreign countries ...Tips for driving in various conditionss ...Off-road driving precautions ...Winter driving tips ...Dinghy towing ...Trailer towing ...How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer ...Vehicle load limits ...Cargo and luggage ... 405
SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Driving tips 3-2 406 407 408 408 411 414 416 417 429 431 432 Off-road vehicle precautions ...Break-in period ...Operation in foreign countries ...Tips for driving in various conditionss ...Off-road driving precautions ...Winter driving tips ...Dinghy towing ...Trailer towing ...How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer ...Vehicle load limits ...Cargo and luggage ... 405
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... or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury. This may cause loss of your new Lexus. But following a few simple tips for a long time at excessive speeds, jump, make sharp turns, strike objects, etc. D Do not tow a trailer during the first 300 km (200 miles). You are also risking expensive damage to...
... or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury. This may cause loss of your new Lexus. But following a few simple tips for a long time at excessive speeds, jump, make sharp turns, strike objects, etc. D Do not tow a trailer during the first 300 km (200 miles). You are also risking expensive damage to...
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This may cause serious damage to be dinghy towed (with four wheels on the ground) behind a motorhome. NOTICE Do not tow your vehicle. 416 DRIVING TIPS DINGHY TOWING Your vehicle is not designed to your vehicle with four wheels on the ground.
This may cause serious damage to be dinghy towed (with four wheels on the ground) behind a motorhome. NOTICE Do not tow your vehicle. 416 DRIVING TIPS DINGHY TOWING Your vehicle is not designed to your vehicle with four wheels on the ground.
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...For details see "Rear height control air suspension" on handling, performance, braking, durability and driving economy (fuel consumption, etc.). Lexus warranties do not apply to turn off the rear height control air suspension. The total trailer weight and tongue load can be ...push the "HEIGHT CONTROL OFF" switch to damage or malfunction caused by towing a trailer for further details before towing. " Certification label 417 Towing a trailer will have an adverse effect on page 380. Weight limits Before towing, make sure the total trailer weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle...
...For details see "Rear height control air suspension" on handling, performance, braking, durability and driving economy (fuel consumption, etc.). Lexus warranties do not apply to turn off the rear height control air suspension. The total trailer weight and tongue load can be ...push the "HEIGHT CONTROL OFF" switch to damage or malfunction caused by towing a trailer for further details before towing. " Certification label 417 Towing a trailer will have an adverse effect on page 380. Weight limits Before towing, make sure the total trailer weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle...
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The combination of the gross trailer weight added to use a weight distributing hitch. " Weight distributing hitch receiver If towing a trailer and cargo weighing over 2268 kg (5000 lb.), it is necessary to use a sway control device with equipped. According to confirm the ...5443 kg (12000 lb.) Exceeding the maximum weight of the following for weight distributing hitch 2948 kg (6500 lb.) If towing a trailer and cargo weighting over 907 kg (2000 lb.), Lexus recommends to the total weight of the vehicle, occupants and vehicle cargo must never exceed the following . Refer to the...
The combination of the gross trailer weight added to use a weight distributing hitch. " Weight distributing hitch receiver If towing a trailer and cargo weighing over 2268 kg (5000 lb.), it is necessary to use a sway control device with equipped. According to confirm the ...5443 kg (12000 lb.) Exceeding the maximum weight of the following for weight distributing hitch 2948 kg (6500 lb.) If towing a trailer and cargo weighting over 907 kg (2000 lb.), Lexus recommends to the total weight of the vehicle, occupants and vehicle cargo must never exceed the following . Refer to the...
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... the hitch manufacturer. " Total trailer weight " Tongue load Tongue load x 100 = 10% Total trailer weight 419 Even though the vehicle may be physically capable of towing a higher weight, the operator must determine the maximum weight rating of the gross vehicle weight on both axles must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight...
... the hitch manufacturer. " Total trailer weight " Tongue load Tongue load x 100 = 10% Total trailer weight 419 Even though the vehicle may be physically capable of towing a higher weight, the operator must determine the maximum weight rating of the gross vehicle weight on both axles must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight...
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... should consult with your vehicle. D According to the hitch receiver type, the maximum gross trailer weight and hitch that can be removed when not towing to prevent injury and to prevent damage in the event of a rear end collision. Refer to the illustrations to confirm the hitch receiver type for.... D Use only a hitch recommended by the hitch manufacture and the one which conforms to the hitch manufactures' instructions. D Lexus recommends the ball mount assembly be used differs. DRIVING TIPS Hitches D If you wish to install a trailer hitch, you wish to install an aftermarket hitch...
... should consult with your vehicle. D According to the hitch receiver type, the maximum gross trailer weight and hitch that can be removed when not towing to prevent injury and to prevent damage in the event of a rear end collision. Refer to the illustrations to confirm the hitch receiver type for.... D Use only a hitch recommended by the hitch manufacture and the one which conforms to the hitch manufactures' instructions. D Lexus recommends the ball mount assembly be used differs. DRIVING TIPS Hitches D If you wish to install a trailer hitch, you wish to install an aftermarket hitch...
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D A safety chain must be used between the towing vehicle and the trailer. Brakes and safety chains D Lexus recommends trailers with brakes that conform to both the trailer and the vehicle. CAUTION D If the total trailer weight exceeds 453 kg (...it will lower its braking effectiveness. For correct safety chain procedures, consult your vehicle's hydraulic system as it becomes damaged or separated. D Never tow a trailer without using a safety chain securely attached to any applicable federal and state/provincial regulations. If damage occurs to the ground in the chain...
D A safety chain must be used between the towing vehicle and the trailer. Brakes and safety chains D Lexus recommends trailers with brakes that conform to both the trailer and the vehicle. CAUTION D If the total trailer weight exceeds 453 kg (...it will lower its braking effectiveness. For correct safety chain procedures, consult your vehicle's hydraulic system as it becomes damaged or separated. D Never tow a trailer without using a safety chain securely attached to any applicable federal and state/provincial regulations. If damage occurs to the ground in the chain...
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... detailed explanation of the sub wire harness circuit is equipped with the sub wire harness. Be sure to the total trailer weight. Lexus recommends that your vehicle's tires are properly inflated. Link the connector to the recommended cold tire pressure indicated below. Adjust the tire... pressure to the towing brake controller via the sub wire harness stored in use. 425 Your vehicle is packed together with a service connector for towing brake controller Tires D Ensure that the sub wire harness be inflated ...
... detailed explanation of the sub wire harness circuit is equipped with the sub wire harness. Be sure to the total trailer weight. Lexus recommends that your vehicle's tires are properly inflated. Link the connector to the recommended cold tire pressure indicated below. Adjust the tire... pressure to the towing brake controller via the sub wire harness stored in use. 425 Your vehicle is packed together with a service connector for towing brake controller Tires D Ensure that the sub wire harness be inflated ...
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... with a new vehicle or a vehicle with a wire harness stored in line and perform the following : 1. Break-in schedule Lexus recommends that you tow a trailer, your vehicle and a trailer in the rear end underbody. For this information, please refer to the additional load. ...equipped with any new power train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing, etc.) for your lights. D Retighten all fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approximately 1000 km (600 miles) of a trailer on the "B" side.) 2. Use either of your trailer. Make sure the...
... with a new vehicle or a vehicle with a wire harness stored in line and perform the following : 1. Break-in schedule Lexus recommends that you tow a trailer, your vehicle and a trailer in the rear end underbody. For this information, please refer to the additional load. ...equipped with any new power train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing, etc.) for your lights. D Retighten all fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approximately 1000 km (600 miles) of a trailer on the "B" side.) 2. Use either of your trailer. Make sure the...
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...LO" (low) mode where the hitch does not touch anything in an area away from traffic until you may be increased when towing a trailer. Trailer towing tips When towing a trailer, your rear view mirrors conform to -vehicle distance should be increased, vehicle-to any federal, state/provincial or local... The three main causes of the lights and all vehicle-trailer connections. Keep these in jackknifing and loss of sudden braking. 427 Pre-towing safety check D Check that it cannot shift. Practice turning, stopping and backing with a trailer is generally opposite to that your vehicle ...
...LO" (low) mode where the hitch does not touch anything in an area away from traffic until you may be increased when towing a trailer. Trailer towing tips When towing a trailer, your rear view mirrors conform to -vehicle distance should be increased, vehicle-to any federal, state/provincial or local... The three main causes of the lights and all vehicle-trailer connections. Keep these in jackknifing and loss of sudden braking. 427 Pre-towing safety check D Check that it cannot shift. Practice turning, stopping and backing with a trailer is generally opposite to that your vehicle ...
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... pressure every two weeks, or at the correct pressure. Excess weight puts a heavier load on cold winter days this may cause loss of a towing vehicle-trailer combination usually increases as the speed increases, exceeding 72 km/h (45 mph) may take it is better to overheat and result in reduced... lengthy warm-up idling. If you have a long wait and you are traveling. CAUTION D Do not exceed 72 km/h (45 mph) or the posted towing speed limit, whichever is lower. DRIVING TIPS When restarting out after parking on how to keep the automatic transmission selector lever in the "D" position when...
... pressure every two weeks, or at the correct pressure. Excess weight puts a heavier load on cold winter days this may cause loss of a towing vehicle-trailer combination usually increases as the speed increases, exceeding 72 km/h (45 mph) may take it is better to overheat and result in reduced... lengthy warm-up idling. If you have a long wait and you are traveling. CAUTION D Do not exceed 72 km/h (45 mph) or the posted towing speed limit, whichever is lower. DRIVING TIPS When restarting out after parking on how to keep the automatic transmission selector lever in the "D" position when...
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... person, the seating capacity given may exceed the total load capacity. DRIVING TIPS VEHICLE LOAD LIMITS Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, towing capacity and cargo capacity. Total load capacity: With third seats Without third seats 556 kg (1225 lb.) 454 kg (1000 lb.) Seating capacity: With third... 68 kg (150 lb.) per person. Follow the load limits shown below. NOTICE Even if the number of occupants whose weight is included when trailer towing.
... person, the seating capacity given may exceed the total load capacity. DRIVING TIPS VEHICLE LOAD LIMITS Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, towing capacity and cargo capacity. Total load capacity: With third seats Without third seats 556 kg (1225 lb.) 454 kg (1000 lb.) Seating capacity: With third... 68 kg (150 lb.) per person. Follow the load limits shown below. NOTICE Even if the number of occupants whose weight is included when trailer towing.
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... vehicle balance. Placing the weight as far forward as possible. 432 DRIVING TIPS Towing capacity: For weight carrying hitch 2268 kg (5000 lb.) Also for weight distributing hitch 2948 kg (6500 lb.) Towing capacity means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) that... follows. That may cause not only damage to the tires, but also deterioration to tow. For details, see "Capacity and distribution" that your vehicle is able to the steering ability and braking ability, which may increase or ...
... vehicle balance. Placing the weight as far forward as possible. 432 DRIVING TIPS Towing capacity: For weight carrying hitch 2268 kg (5000 lb.) Also for weight distributing hitch 2948 kg (6500 lb.) Towing capacity means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) that... follows. That may cause not only damage to the tires, but also deterioration to tow. For details, see "Capacity and distribution" that your vehicle is able to the steering ability and braking ability, which may increase or ...
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For details about trailer towing, see page 417. Example on your vehicle " 1 2 Cargo capacity Total load capacity In case that 2 people with the combined weight of cargo and luggage load ... and luggage load capacity of your vehicle, the available amount of 166 kg (366 lb.) are riding in your vehicle. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to determine how this manual to your vehicle. DRIVING TIPS 6.
For details about trailer towing, see page 417. Example on your vehicle " 1 2 Cargo capacity Total load capacity In case that 2 people with the combined weight of cargo and luggage load ... and luggage load capacity of your vehicle, the available amount of 166 kg (366 lb.) are riding in your vehicle. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to determine how this manual to your vehicle. DRIVING TIPS 6.