Heavy Load / Towing
Lexus GX — Heavy Load / Towing Tire Pressure
For heavy load / towing use on the Lexus GX, set cold pressures to 35 PSI front and 37 PSI rear.
Heavy Load / Towing cold pressure
Front
35
241 kPa
+3 vs OEM
Rear
37
255 kPa
+5 vs OEM
OEM spec
32/32 PSI
Tire size
265/60R18
Curb weight
2,370 kg
Category
suv
When loaded to GVWR or towing, increase rear PSI more than front to keep the load-carrying capacity within spec.
Community-tuned pressures based on OEM spec + typical use-case deltas. Always verify against your door-jamb sticker for your exact trim and load rating. Minimum safe pressure is 24 PSI for most passenger tires.
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FAQ
Frequently asked
- What tire pressure should I use for load driving in the Lexus GX?
- For heavy load / towing use on the Lexus GX, set cold pressures to 35 PSI front and 37 PSI rear. When loaded to GVWR or towing, increase rear PSI more than front to keep the load-carrying capacity within spec.
- What is the OEM tire pressure for the Lexus GX?
- The factory cold pressure spec for the 2014–2024 Lexus GX is 32 PSI front / 32 PSI rear. Always use the door-jamb sticker for your specific trim.
- What about towing with the Lexus GX?
- Towing or carrying heavy loads shifts weight rearward. Using 35 PSI front / 37 PSI rear keeps load-carrying capacity within spec and prevents rear sidewall overheating.
- What is 35 PSI in bar or kPa?
- 35 PSI = 2.4 bar = 241 kPa. The rear 37 PSI = 2.6 bar.
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