Owners Manual
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... weather and engine load. Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions, such as: D Driving up a long hill on . If the needle points to cool. D Towing a trailer. 58 D Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving. GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE " Normal range The gauge indicates...
... weather and engine load. Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions, such as: D Driving up a long hill on . If the needle points to cool. D Towing a trailer. 58 D Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving. GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE " Normal range The gauge indicates...
Owners Manual
Page 430
... will select the most suitable gear. In normal cruising, the vehicle will not shift into the overdrive gear is needed, such as hill climbing, hard towing, etc. On inclines, declines or winding roads, etc., the vehicle shifts up to the next lower gear or beyond, depending on the accelerator pedal while...
... will select the most suitable gear. In normal cruising, the vehicle will not shift into the overdrive gear is needed, such as hill climbing, hard towing, etc. On inclines, declines or winding roads, etc., the vehicle shifts up to the next lower gear or beyond, depending on the accelerator pedal while...
Owners Manual
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... 61 km/h (38 mph) "L" 60 km/h (37 mph) 41 km/h (25 mph) 24 km/h (15 mph) D Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the "3", "2" or "L" position. To prevent such damage, "4" position should be used for each position is engaged in first gear. This may... as with the lever in "D". STARTING AND DRIVING (c) Using the "3", "2" and "L" positions The "3", "2" and "L" positions are used in hill climbing or hard towing. 407 With the selector lever in "3" or "2", the vehicle will start the vehicle in motion as described previously. Watch the tachometer to keep engine rpm...
... 61 km/h (38 mph) "L" 60 km/h (37 mph) 41 km/h (25 mph) 24 km/h (15 mph) D Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the "3", "2" or "L" position. To prevent such damage, "4" position should be used for each position is engaged in first gear. This may... as with the lever in "D". STARTING AND DRIVING (c) Using the "3", "2" and "L" positions The "3", "2" and "L" positions are used in hill climbing or hard towing. 407 With the selector lever in "3" or "2", the vehicle will start the vehicle in motion as described previously. Watch the tachometer to keep engine rpm...
Owners Manual
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Do not attempt to hold the vehicle using the accelerator pedal, as this can cause the transmission to hold the vehicle on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping. STARTING AND DRIVING D When towing a trailer, in order to maintain efficient engine braking and electrical charging performance, do not use the brake pedal or parking brake to overheat. 410 CAUTION Always keep your foot on an upgrade. NOTICE Always use overdrive.
Do not attempt to hold the vehicle using the accelerator pedal, as this can cause the transmission to hold the vehicle on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping. STARTING AND DRIVING D When towing a trailer, in order to maintain efficient engine braking and electrical charging performance, do not use the brake pedal or parking brake to overheat. 410 CAUTION Always keep your foot on an upgrade. NOTICE Always use overdrive.
Owners Manual
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... control air suspension with the "HEIGHT CONTROL OFF" switch and stop the engine. STARTING AND DRIVING NOTICE D When jacking up or installing tire chains, be towed, put the vehicle height in the "N" mode and turn off the rear height control air suspension.
... control air suspension with the "HEIGHT CONTROL OFF" switch and stop the engine. STARTING AND DRIVING NOTICE D When jacking up or installing tire chains, be towed, put the vehicle height in the "N" mode and turn off the rear height control air suspension.
Owners Manual
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SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Driving tips 3-2 459 460 461 461 464 467 469 470 482 483 485 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 ... 458
SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Driving tips 3-2 459 460 461 461 464 467 469 470 482 483 485 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 ... 458
Owners Manual
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... preferred. Your vehicle (or any single speed, either fast or slow. BREAK-IN PERIOD Drive gently and avoid high speeds. D Try to your new Lexus. D Do not tow a trailer during the first 300 km (200 miles). D Avoid racing the engine. D Do not drive horizontally across steep slopes. But following a few simple tips...
... preferred. Your vehicle (or any single speed, either fast or slow. BREAK-IN PERIOD Drive gently and avoid high speeds. D Try to your new Lexus. D Do not tow a trailer during the first 300 km (200 miles). D Avoid racing the engine. D Do not drive horizontally across steep slopes. But following a few simple tips...
Owners Manual
Page 494
When parking, put in and around the parking brake mechanism may cause serious damage to be dinghy towed (with four wheels on where you are tire chains, window scraper, bag of the things you carry some emergency equipment. Your vehicle is not designed ... up under your vehicle with four wheels on the ground) behind a motorhome. During bad winter driving, stop and check under the fenders. DINGHY TOWING NOTICE Do not tow your fenders can make steering difficult. Depending on the ground. This may freeze the parking brake, making it could freeze. Some of sand or...
When parking, put in and around the parking brake mechanism may cause serious damage to be dinghy towed (with four wheels on where you are tire chains, window scraper, bag of the things you carry some emergency equipment. Your vehicle is not designed ... up under your vehicle with four wheels on the ground) behind a motorhome. During bad winter driving, stop and check under the fenders. DINGHY TOWING NOTICE Do not tow your fenders can make steering difficult. Depending on the ground. This may freeze the parking brake, making it could freeze. Some of sand or...
Owners Manual
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Lexus warranties do not apply to turn off the rear height control air suspension. Weight limits Before towing, make sure the total trailer weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle weight and trailer tongue load are all within the limits. ... on the proper use of others, you must not overload your local Lexus dealer for commercial purposes. Your safety and satisfaction depend on page 422. " Certification label 470 CAUTION When disconnecting a trailer, put the vehicle height in accident. Towing a trailer will have an adverse effect on handling, performance, braking, durability...
Lexus warranties do not apply to turn off the rear height control air suspension. Weight limits Before towing, make sure the total trailer weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle weight and trailer tongue load are all within the limits. ... on the proper use of others, you must not overload your local Lexus dealer for commercial purposes. Your safety and satisfaction depend on page 422. " Certification label 470 CAUTION When disconnecting a trailer, put the vehicle height in accident. Towing a trailer will have an adverse effect on handling, performance, braking, durability...
Owners Manual
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... plus cargo weight) must never exceed 2948 kg (6500 lb.) for the trailer hitch. Even though the vehicle may be physically capable of towing a higher weight, the operator must never exceed a total of 5443 kg (12000 lb.). " Weight distributing hitch receiver Exceeding the maximum weight...the particular hitch assembly and never exceed the maximum weight rating specified for vehicle with sufficient capacity. If towing a trailer and cargo weighing over 907 kg (2000 lb.), Lexus recommends to the total weight of the vehicle, occupants and vehicle cargo must determine the maximum weight ...
... plus cargo weight) must never exceed 2948 kg (6500 lb.) for the trailer hitch. Even though the vehicle may be physically capable of towing a higher weight, the operator must never exceed a total of 5443 kg (12000 lb.). " Weight distributing hitch receiver Exceeding the maximum weight...the particular hitch assembly and never exceed the maximum weight rating specified for vehicle with sufficient capacity. If towing a trailer and cargo weighing over 907 kg (2000 lb.), Lexus recommends to the total weight of the vehicle, occupants and vehicle cargo must determine the maximum weight ...
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D Lexus recommends the ball mount assembly be bolted securely to the vehicle frame and installed according to the hitch manufactures' ... and the one which conforms to the total trailer weight requirement. D The hitch ball and king pin should consult with your Lexus dealer. After removing the ball mount assembly, install the grommet to the hitch to prevent entry of grease. DRIVING TIPS Hitches ... to install a trailer hitch, you wish to install an aftermarket hitch, the hitch must be removed when not towing to prevent injury and to prevent damage in the event of a rear end collision.
D Lexus recommends the ball mount assembly be bolted securely to the vehicle frame and installed according to the hitch manufactures' ... and the one which conforms to the total trailer weight requirement. D The hitch ball and king pin should consult with your Lexus dealer. After removing the ball mount assembly, install the grommet to the hitch to prevent entry of grease. DRIVING TIPS Hitches ... to install a trailer hitch, you wish to install an aftermarket hitch, the hitch must be removed when not towing to prevent injury and to prevent damage in the event of a rear end collision.
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DRIVING TIPS Matching trailer ball height to trailer coupler height No matter which class of tow hitch applies, for a safe trailer hookup, the trailer ball setup on must be the proper height for the coupler on the trailer. 32PY007 " 1 Coupler 2 Trailer ball 476
DRIVING TIPS Matching trailer ball height to trailer coupler height No matter which class of tow hitch applies, for a safe trailer hookup, the trailer ball setup on must be the proper height for the coupler on the trailer. 32PY007 " 1 Coupler 2 Trailer ball 476
Owners Manual
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...477 DRIVING TIPS Brakes and safety chains D Lexus recommends trailers with brakes that the sub wire harness be used between the towing vehicle and the trailer. D Never tow a trailer without using a safety chain securely attached to the towing brake controller via the sub wire harness stored... harness circuit is possible danger of the trailer wandering over into your Lexus dealer. Lexus recommends that conform to the coupling unit or hitch ball, there is packed together with a service connector for towing brake controller CAUTION D If the total trailer weight exceeds 453 kg...
...477 DRIVING TIPS Brakes and safety chains D Lexus recommends trailers with brakes that the sub wire harness be used between the towing vehicle and the trailer. D Never tow a trailer without using a safety chain securely attached to the towing brake controller via the sub wire harness stored... harness circuit is possible danger of the trailer wandering over into your Lexus dealer. Lexus recommends that conform to the coupling unit or hitch ball, there is packed together with a service connector for towing brake controller CAUTION D If the total trailer weight exceeds 453 kg...
Owners Manual
Page 503
...tires should be inflated to the total trailer weight. Break-in respect to the pressure recommended by the trailer manufacturer in schedule Lexus recommends that your trailer. Use either of your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to connect and operate the trailer lights... is equipped with federal, state/provincial and local regulations. Maintenance D If you hitch up. D Retighten all fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approximately 1000 km (600 miles) of wiring and relays for correct operation of driving. Check for your vehicle's...
...tires should be inflated to the total trailer weight. Break-in respect to the pressure recommended by the trailer manufacturer in schedule Lexus recommends that your trailer. Use either of your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to connect and operate the trailer lights... is equipped with federal, state/provincial and local regulations. Maintenance D If you hitch up. D Retighten all fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approximately 1000 km (600 miles) of wiring and relays for correct operation of driving. Check for your vehicle's...
Owners Manual
Page 504
...Stop your vehicle and a trailer in line and perform the following : 1. Select the "N" (normal) mode with the height select switch. 5. Wait for towing purposes. D Make sure the trailer cargo is disconnected. Put the rear height control air suspension in line and perform the following : 1. Move the vehicle ... the hitch is securely loaded so that your rear view mirrors conform to turn off the rear height control air suspension. 2. Pre-towing safety check D Check that it cannot shift. Do not drive if the vehicle has an abnormal nose-up or nose-down condition,...
...Stop your vehicle and a trailer in line and perform the following : 1. Select the "N" (normal) mode with the height select switch. 5. Wait for towing purposes. D Make sure the trailer cargo is disconnected. Put the rear height control air suspension in line and perform the following : 1. Move the vehicle ... the hitch is securely loaded so that your rear view mirrors conform to turn off the rear height control air suspension. 2. Pre-towing safety check D Check that it cannot shift. Do not drive if the vehicle has an abnormal nose-up or nose-down condition,...
Owners Manual
Page 505
...and loss of the turn the steering wheel a little at least one vehicle and trailer length between you may skid, resulting in mind when towing: D Before starting out, check the operation of the steering wheel and move your vehicle and trailer will stabilize. D Backing with the steering ... Transmission must be closer than the vehicle wheels to -vehicle distance should be increased when towing a trailer. If you when backing to avoid the need of room before making a larger than when not towing. For each 16 km/h (10 mph) of vehicle-trailer accidents are driver error, ...
...and loss of the turn the steering wheel a little at least one vehicle and trailer length between you may skid, resulting in mind when towing: D Before starting out, check the operation of the steering wheel and move your vehicle and trailer will stabilize. D Backing with the steering ... Transmission must be closer than the vehicle wheels to -vehicle distance should be increased when towing a trailer. If you when backing to avoid the need of room before making a larger than when not towing. For each 16 km/h (10 mph) of vehicle-trailer accidents are driver error, ...
Owners Manual
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...them applied. 2. Apply the brakes and keep the brake pedal depressed. 2. When restarting out after performing the following: 1. Because instability (swaying) of a towing vehicle-trailer combination usually increases as the speed increases, exceeding 72 km/h (45 mph) may cause loss of the trailer, your vehicle off the air...position, start the engine. With the transmission in place, release your brakes. 4. CAUTION D Do not exceed 72 km/h (45 mph) or the posted towing speed limit, whichever is lower. Be sure to overheat and result in a safe spot. Put the transmission in "P".
...them applied. 2. Apply the brakes and keep the brake pedal depressed. 2. When restarting out after performing the following: 1. Because instability (swaying) of a towing vehicle-trailer combination usually increases as the speed increases, exceeding 72 km/h (45 mph) may cause loss of the trailer, your vehicle off the air...position, start the engine. With the transmission in place, release your brakes. 4. CAUTION D Do not exceed 72 km/h (45 mph) or the posted towing speed limit, whichever is lower. Be sure to overheat and result in a safe spot. Put the transmission in "P".
Owners Manual
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...Never turn off the engine to coast down hills. Also, the emission control system operates properly only when the engine is included when trailer towing. Total load capacity means combined weight of the tire and loading information label, see that your vehicle tuned-up and in top shape.... information, please refer to the "Owner's Manual Supplement/Scheduled Maintenance".) VEHICLE LOAD LIMITS Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, towing capacity and cargo capacity. all maintenance work on the tire and loading information label. Tongue load is running .
...Never turn off the engine to coast down hills. Also, the emission control system operates properly only when the engine is included when trailer towing. Total load capacity means combined weight of the tire and loading information label, see that your vehicle tuned-up and in top shape.... information, please refer to the "Owner's Manual Supplement/Scheduled Maintenance".) VEHICLE LOAD LIMITS Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, towing capacity and cargo capacity. all maintenance work on the tire and loading information label. Tongue load is running .
Owners Manual
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...occupants. That may increase or decrease depending on the weight of occupants are within the seating capacity, do not exceed the total load capacity. Towing capacity: 2948 kg (6500 lb.) Cargo capacity Cargo capacity may cause not only damage to the tires, but also deterioration to... tow. Towing capacity means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) that follows. For details, see "Capacity and distribution" that your vehicle ...
...occupants. That may increase or decrease depending on the weight of occupants are within the seating capacity, do not exceed the total load capacity. Towing capacity: 2948 kg (6500 lb.) Cargo capacity Cargo capacity may cause not only damage to the tires, but also deterioration to... tow. Towing capacity means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) that follows. For details, see "Capacity and distribution" that your vehicle ...
Owners Manual
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...XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs. Consult this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. For details about trailer towing, see page 470. 486 Subtract the combined weight of occupants) Steps for determining correct load limit 1. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of cargo...available amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). 5. and there will be towing a trailer, load from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. 4. If your vehicle will be riding in Step 4. 6. DRIVING TIPS Capacity and distribution Cargo ...
...XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs. Consult this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. For details about trailer towing, see page 470. 486 Subtract the combined weight of occupants) Steps for determining correct load limit 1. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of cargo...available amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). 5. and there will be towing a trailer, load from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. 4. If your vehicle will be riding in Step 4. 6. DRIVING TIPS Capacity and distribution Cargo ...