Lexus RX330 2005 - Matching Trailer Ball Height to Trailer Coupler Height

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DRIVING TIPS

481

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.

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1

Coupler

2

Trailer ball

Table of Contents

Important Information about Your Lexus2
Occupant Restraint Systems2
Event Data Recorder3
Accessories, Spare Parts and Modification of Your Lexus5
Spark Ignition System of Your Lexus5
Installation of a Mobile Two−Way Radio System5
Tires and Loading on Your Lexus5
On−Pavement and Off−Road Driving Tips6
Table of Contents7
Safety and Vehicle Damage Warnings9
Instrument Panel (Vehicles with Navigation System)11
Instrument Panel (Vehicles Without Navigation System)13
AIRBAG ON" and "AIRBAG off14
- Instrument Cluster (Vehicles Sold in U. S. A.)15
- Instrument Cluster (Vehicles Sold in Canada)17
- Front Seat19
- Steering Wheel and Column20
- Exterior View21
- Basic Operation22
- Quick Reference22
- Driver's Seat23
- Steering Wheel (Tilt Type)23
- Steering Wheel (Tilt and Telescopic Type)24
- Automatic Transmission (Standard Type)25
- Automatic Transmission (Multi-Mode Type)27
- Headlight and Turn Signal Switch29
- Wiper and Washer Switch30
- Instruments and Controls32
Keys and Doors33
- Flat Key34
- Starting the Engine Using a Flat Key34
- Engine Immobilizer System37
- Wireless Remote Control39
- Side Doors48
- Back Door52
- Power Back Door55
- Theft Deterrent System63
- Rear Window and Outside Rear View68
- Headlight Switch69
Switches69
- Automatic Headlight Leveling System (Vehicles with Discharge Headlight Only)71
- Adaptive Front−Lighting System72
- Headlight Dimmer and Turn Signal Switch73
- Fog Light Switch74
- Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch74
  - Rain−Sensing Windshield Wipers76
  - Lifting the Windshield Wiper Arms79
- Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch80
- Headlight Cleaner Switch81
- Rear Window and Outside Rear View Mirror Defogger, and Windshield Wiper De−Icer Switch82
- Power Window Switches83
- Emergency Flasher Switch87
- Seat Heater Switches88
- Gauges, Meters and Service Reminder Indicators90
- Fuel Gauge91
Gauges, Meters and Service Reminder Indicators91
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge92
- Tachometer93
- Odometer and Trip Meter94
- Service Reminder Indicators and Warning Buzzers95
- Cruise Information Display108
- Instrument Panel Light Control111
- Multi−Display Light Control112
- Interior Equipment114
- Interior Lights115
- Sun Visors115
Interior Equipment115
- Rear116
- Personal Lights117
- Illuminated Entry System118
- Luggage Compartment Lights118
- Clock120
- Outside Temperature Display121
- 12 VDC122
- Power Outlets122
- 115 Vac123
- Rear Console Box125
- Using the Rear Console Box126
- Glove Box127
- Power Back Door off Switch127
- Garage Door Opener128
  - Programming a Rolling Code System129
  - Programming an Entrance Gate/Programming All Devices in the Canadian Market129
  - Programming Other Devices130
  - Reprogramming a Button130
- Cupholders132
- Front132
- Overhead Console Box134
- Auxiliary Boxes135
- Auxiliary Box and Grocery Bag Hooks136
- Luggage Cover137
  - Automatic Retract Function138
  - Removing Luggage Cover140
- Floor Mat141
- Tie−Down Hooks142
- Exterior Equipment144
- Hood145
Exterior Equipment145
- Fuel Tank Cap146
- In Case the Opener Is Not Actuated148
- Moon Roof (Normal Type)149
- Operating the Moon Roof from Outside the Vehicle151
- Moon Roof (Multi−Panel Type)153
- Adjusting the Position of Cross Rails157
- Roof Luggage Carrier157
- Occupant Restraint Systems160
- Front Seats161
- Front Seat Precautions161
- Driver Seat161
Occupant Restraint Systems161
- Front Passenger Seat162
- Front Seats (with SRS Side Airbags)163
- Seat Adjustment Precautions163
- Adjusting Front Seats164
- Adjusting Seat Position165
- Adjusting Seatback Angle165
- Adjusting Seat Cushion Angle and Height166
- Adjusting Lumbar Support (Driver’s Seat Only)167
- Flattening Seatbacks167
- Rear Seats169
  - Sliding and Reclining Rear Seats169
  - Folding down Rear Seatbacks170
- Armrests172
- Head Restraints173
- Seat Belt Precautions175
- Seat Belts175
  - Fastening Front and Rear Seat Belts177
  - Seat Belt Comfort Guides180
  - Installing the Comfort Guide181
  - Removing and Storing the Comfort Guide183
  - Seat Belt Extender183
  - Seat Belt Pretensioners186
- SRS Driver Airbags and Front Passenger Airbag191
- SRS Side Airbags and Curtain Shield Airbags202
- Front Passenger Occupant Classification System214
- Condition and Operation in the Front Passenger Occupant Classification System216
- Child Restraint219
  - Child Restraint Precautions219
  - Child Restraint System220
  - Convertible Seat221
  - Infant Seat221
  - Types of Child Restraint System221
  - Booster Seat222
  - Infant Seat Installation222
  - Installation with 3-Point Type Seat Belt222
  - Convertible Seat Installation227
  - Booster Seat Installation234
  - Using a Top Strap238
  - Installation with Child Restraint Lower Anchorages241
  - Child Restraint System Installation242
- Driving Position Memory System245
  - Recalling the Memorized Position246
  - Setting the Driving Position246
  - Conditions for Memorized Position Activation247
  - Steering Wheel and Mirrors248
- Steering Wheel (Tilt Type)249
Steering Wheel and Mirrors249
- Adjustment of Steering Wheel Tilt250
- Adjustment of Telescopic Steering Column250
- Steering Wheel (Tilt and Telescopic Type)250
- Automatic Tilt−Away Steering Column251
- Outside Rear View Mirrors251
  - Power Rear View Mirror Control252
  - Folding Rear View Mirrors253
- Inside Rear View Mirror254
- Vanity Mirrors261
Section 2 - Air Conditioning and Audio262
- Automatic Air Conditioning Controls263
- Climate Control266
- Windshield Defogging and Defrosting273
- Operating Tips274
- Air Conditioning275
- Heating275
- Defogging and Defrosting276
- Ventilation276
- Side Vents and Rear Vents278
- Checking and Replacing the Air Conditioning Filter279
- Audio282
- Audio System (with Single−CD Player)283
  - Quick Reference for Your Audio System283
  - Using Your Audio System: some Basics285
  - Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL): When the Audio Sound289
  - Radio Operation290
  - Radio Text Message294
  - Cassette Tape Player Operation295
  - Manual Program Selection296
  - Automatic Program Selection297
  - CD Player Operation298
  - Inserting or Ejecting Cds298
  - Playing a CD299
  - Searching for a Desired Track300
  - Selecting a Desired Track300
  - Random Playing301
  - Repeating a Track301
  - CD Text302
- Audio System (with Six−CD Changer)303
  - Turning the System on and off305
  - Your CD Player with Changer309
  - Listening to the Radio310
  - Presetting a Station311
  - Selecting a Station311
  - RDS (Radio Data System)312
  - Playing a Cassette Tape315
  - Selecting a Desired CD320
  - Searching for a Desired Track or CD321
  - Repeating a Track or a CD322
- Audio Remote Controls325
  - If the Player Malfunctions325
  - When the Radio Mode Is Selected326
  - When the “CD” Mode Is Selected326
  - When the “TAPE” Mode Is Selected326
- Rear Seat Entertainment System327
  - Rear Seat Entertainment System Remote Control329
  - Before Using the Remote Control (for New Vehicle Owners)330
  - Using the Remote Control331
  - Locating the Remote Control332
  - Quick Reference for Your Remote Control333
  - Buttons on the DVD Player Unit336
  - Front Audio System Operation341
  - Selecting the Mode341
  - Radio Operation342
  - Cassette Tape Player Operation344
  - CD Player Operation347
  - Replacing Remote Control Battery348
  - DVD Player Operation350
  - Ejecting the Disc352
  - Selecting the DVD Mode352
  - DVD Player Operation Switches353
  - Turning the Operation Switches on and off354
  - DVD Video/DVD Audio Player Operation358
  - Turning the Menu Screen for the Disc on or off359
  - Skipping to the Predetermined Screen361
  - Selecting the Title/Group362
  - Changing the Still Picture (DVD Audio Only)364
  - Selecting the Bonus Group (DVD Audio Only)364
  - Changing the Subtitle Language365
  - Changing Audio Language366
  - Changing Audio Format367
  - Changing Angle Screen368
  - Changing the Initial Setting369
  - Changing the Audio Language370
  - Changing the DVD Language372
  - Setting Level of Viewer Restrictions373
  - Turning the Angle Mark on or off373
  - Language Code List375
  - Setting the Display Mode375
  - Selecting the Chapter/Track379
  - Using the Control Screen379
  - Error Messages380
  - Selecting the Disc Menu Number (Video CD Only)381
  - Video CD/Audio CD/CD Text Player Operation381
  - Turning on the Disc Menu (Video CD Only)382
  - Changing a Multiplex Transmission (Video CD Only)383
  - Changing Menu Page or Track (Video CD Only)383
  - Changing the Initial Setting (Video CD Only)384
  - Screen Adjustment386
  - DVD Video Disc Information387
  - Selecting the Video Mode387
  - DVD Video Disc Glossary388
  - Marks Shown on DVD Video Discs388
  - A/V Input Adapter390
  - Power Outlet (115 VAC)391
  - Headphone Jacks392
- Audio/Video System Operating Hints394
  - Radio Reception394
  - Am395
  - Fm395
  - Caring for Your CD Player, DVD Player and Cds396
  - DVD Player398
  - Starting and Driving402
- Three−Way Catalytic Converters403
- Engine Exhaust Caution405
- Before Starting the Engine406
- Ignition Switch with Steering Lock406
- Parking Brake408
- Before Cranking409
- How to Start the Engine409
- Automatic Transmission (Standard Type)410
  - Normal Driving412
  - Using Engine Braking413
  - Backing up415
  - Using the “3”, “2” and “L” Positions415
  - Parking416
  - Good Driving Practice417
  - Driving in Snow Mode418
  - If You Cannot Shift the Selector Lever418
- Automatic Transmission (Multi−Mode Type)419
- Driving in “S” Mode422
- Rear View Monitor System429
  - Area Displayed on Screen431
  - The Rear View Monitor System Camera432
- Cruise Control433
  - Setting Operation434
  - Turning the System on434
  - Cruise Control Failure Warning436
- Dynamic Laser Cruise Control437
  - Dynamic Laser Cruise Control Mode438
  - Dynamic Laser Cruise Control Operations439
  - Vehicle−To−Vehicle Distance Control Mode439
  - Setting the Desired Speed445
  - Cancelling the Preset Speed446
  - Resetting to a Faster Speed446
  - Resetting to a Slower Speed447
  - Resuming the Preset Speed447
  - Changing Vehicle−To−Vehicle Distance448
  - Braking Control449
  - Approach Warning450
  - Laser Radar Sensor450
  - Vehicle−To−Vehicle Distance Control Mode Failure Warning451
  - Conventional (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode453
  - Conventional Cruise Control Mode Failure Warning457
- Electronically Modulated Air Suspension458
  - Vehicle Height Modes459
  - Automatic Leveling Function462
  - Selecting “LO”, “HI” or “N” Mode462
  - Selecting the Easy Access Mode464
  - Turning off the Electronically Modulated Air Suspension466
  - Height Control Failure Warning468
  - Operating Noise of the Electronically Modulated Air Suspension469
  - Parking and Stopping Tips469
- Traction Control System (Two−Wheel Drive Models)470
  - Traction Control off Mode471
  - “VSC” Warning Light472
- Traction Control System (Four−Wheel Drive Models)473
- Vehicle Stability Control System476
- Brake System478
  - Anti−Lock Brake System479
  - Brake Booster479
  - “ABS” Warning Light481
  - Brake Assist System482
  - Drum−In−Disc Type Parking Brake System482
  - Low Tire Pressure Warning Light483
- Tire Pressure Warning System483
- Tire Pressure Warning System Reset Switch484
- Tire Pressure Warning System Reset Switch485
- Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators486
  - Driving Tips488
  - Starting and Driving488
- Driving Tips489
- Off−Road Vehicle Precautions489
- Break−In Period490
- Operation in Foreign Countries491
- Tips for Driving in Various Conditions491
- Height Control Switch492
- Off−Road Driving Precautions493
- Winter Driving Tips495
- Dinghy Towing496
- Trailer Towing497
  - Weight Limits498
  - Hitches500
  - Tow Hitch Receiver500
  - Trailer Ball501
  - Matching Trailer Ball Height to Trailer Coupler Height502
  - Brakes and Safety Chains503
  - Tires503
  - Break−In Schedule504
  - Connecting a Trailer (Models with Electronically Modulated Air Suspension)504
  - Maintenance504
  - Trailer Lights504
  - Disconnecting a Trailer (Models with Electronically Modulated Air Suspension)505
  - Pre−Towing Safety Check505
  - Trailer Towing Tips506
- How to Save Fuel and Make Your Vehicle Last Longer508
- Vehicle Load Limits510
- Cargo and Luggage511
  - Example on Your Vehicle513
  - In Case of an Emergency514
- If Your Engine Stalls While Driving515
- If Your Vehicle will Not Start515
  - Simple Checks515
  - Starting a Flooded Engine516
  - Jump Starting517
  - Jump Starting Procedure518
- If You Cannot Increase Engine Speed520
- If Your Vehicle Overheats520
- When the Engine Overheats520
- If You Have a Flat Tire521
- Access to Spare Tire523
- If Your Vehicle Becomes Stuck535
- If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed536
  - Towing Precautions537
  - Towing with a Wheel Lift Type Truck537
  - Using a Flat Bed Truck539
  - Emergency Towing541
  - Towing with a Sling Type Truck541
  - Emergency Towing Eyelet Precautions543
  - Installing Front Towing Eyelet544
- If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever545
- If You Lose Your Keys or Lock Yourself out546
  - Maintenance548
  - General Maintenance549
  - Maintenance Requirements549
  - Scheduled Maintenance549
  - Where to Go for Service?549
  - Engine Compartment550
  - General Maintenance550
  - What about Do−It−Yourself Maintenance?550
  - Vehicle Interior551
  - Vehicle Exterior552
  - Does Your Vehicle Need Repairing?553
  - Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Programs554
  - Introduction556
  - Service Procedures and Specifications556
  - Vehicle Identification557
  - Theft Prevention Labels (U.S.A. Only)558
  - Engine Compartment Overview560
  - Removing the Engine Compartment Cover561
  - Do-It-Yourself Service Precautions562
  - Parts and Tools564
  - Positioning the Jack565
  - Engine568
- Engine569
- Specifications569
- Fuel572
  - Fuel Type572
  - Gasoline Containing Detergent Additives572
  - Octane Rating572
  - Cleaner Burning Gasoline573
  - Gasoline Containing MMT573
  - Oxygenates in Gasoline573
  - Quality Gasoline573
- Fuel Pump Shut off System574
  - Fuel Tank Capacity574
  - Gasoline Quality574
  - Engine Oil Consumption575
- Facts about Engine Oil Consumption575
  - Functions of Engine Oil575
  - Importance of Engine Oil Level Check576
- Used Engine Oil576
- Checking the Engine Oil Level577
  - Engine Oil Selection579
  - Oil Identification Marks579
- Checking the Engine Coolant Level580
- Coolant Type Selection581
- Checking the Radiator and Condenser582
- Spark Plugs583
- Chassis584
- Specifications585
- Checking Brake Fluid589
- Checking Power Steering Fluid590
- Checking Tire Inflation Pressure591
- Inspection and Adjustment Procedure592
- Tire Information594
  - Tire Symbols594
  - DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)596
  - Tire Size596
  - Name of each Section of Tire597
  - Uniform Tire Quality Grading598
  - Glossary of Tire Terminology600
  - Occupant Loading and Distribution for Vehicle Normal Load for Various Designated Seating Capacities603
  - All Season Tires604
  - Summer Tires604
- Types of Tires604
- Rotating Tires605
- Checking and Replacing Tires606
  - When to Replace Your Tires606
  - Tire Selection607
- Installing Snow Tires and Chains608
  - Snow Tire Selection608
  - When to Use Snow Tires or Chains608
  - Snow Tire Installation609
  - Tire Chain Selection609
  - Chain Installation610
- Replacing Wheels611
  - Wheel Selection611
  - When to Replace Your Wheels611
- Aluminum Wheel Precautions612
- Suspension and Chassis612
- Electrical Components614
- Electrical Components615
  - Fuse Locations615
  - Fuses615
- Specifications615
- Fuel Filler Door Opener619
- Checking Battery Condition622
- Checking Battery Exterior623
- Battery Recharging Precautions625
- Checking and Replacing the Blade Type Fuses626
- Checking the Cartridge Type Fuses628
- Adding Washer Fluid630
  - Checking the Headlight Aim (Vehicles with Discharge Headlight)630
  - Adjusting the Vertical Aiming631
- Replacing Light Bulbs632
- Light Location633
- Body636
- Dimensions and Weights637
- Protecting Your Vehicle from Corrosion639
- Washing and Waxing640
- Washing Your Lexus640
- Hand−Washing Your Lexus640
- Automatic Car Wash641
- Cleaning the Interior642
- Waxing Your Lexus642
- Leather−Trimmed Interior643
- Non−Leather Trim644
- Carpets, Windows and Seat Belts644
- Air Conditioning Control Panel, Audio Panel, Instrument Panel, Console Panel, and Switches645
- Reporting Safety Defects for U.S. Owners646
- Gas Station Information648

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