FORD 2002 Explorer - Manual (Page 219)

4x2 w/automatic transmission
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight
*-When towing maximum loads under high outside temperatures and
on steep grades, the A/C system may cycle on and off to protect the
engine from overheating. This may result in a temporary increase of
interior temperatures.
Towing a trailer over 1588 kg (3500 lbs.) requires a weight distributing
hitch.
Trailer towing table (4x4 w/manual transmission)
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer weights
Engine
Rear axle
ratio
Maximum
GCWR-kg (lbs.)
Trailer weight
range-kg (lbs.)
(0-Maximum)
4.0L SOHC 3.73 LS 3175 (7000) 0- 1089 (0-2400)
Notes: - For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 300
meters (1000 ft) elevation. For definitions of terms used in this table
and instructions on how to calculate your vehicle load, refer to Vehicle
loading in this chapter. Maximum trailer weights shown. The combined
weight of the completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must not
exceed the GCWR.
Towing a trailer over 1588 kg (3500 lbs.) requires a weight distributing
hitch.
4x4 w/automatic transmission
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight
Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum
GCWR-kg
(lbs.)
Trailer weight
range-kg (lbs.)
(0-Maximum)
4.0L SOHC/4.6L 3.55 3629 (8000) 0-1542 (0-3400)
4.0L SOHC 3.73 LS 4536 (10000) 0-2440 (0-5380)
4.6L* 3.73 LS 5262 (11600) 0-3166 (0-6980)
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