Essential towing checks, Towing 277 – FORD explorer User Manual
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Engine and trailer
class
Maximum GCWR -
lb. (kg)
Maximum trailer
weight - lb. (kg)
Front-wheel drive vehicles
2.0L GTDI, Class I
6880 (3120)
2010 (912)
3.5L TiVCT, Class I
6940 (3147)
2050 (930)
3.5L TiVCT, Class III
9980 (4526)
5050 (2268)
*
Four-wheel drive vehicles
3.5L TiVCT, Class I
7110 (3224)
2030 (921)
3.5L GTDI, Class I
7400 (3356)
2070 (939)
3.5L TiVCT, Class III
10160 (4608)
5040 (2286)
3.5L GTDI, Class III
10400 (4717)
5090 (2308)
*
For towing trailers up to 3500 pounds (1588 kilograms), use a
weight-carrying hitch and ball, which uniformly spreads the trailer
tongue loads through your vehicle’s underbody structure. For towing
trailers over 3500 pounds (1588 kilograms), up to the maximum trailer
weight, we recommend you use a weight-distributing hitch to increase
front axle load while towing.
ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
Follow these guidelines for safe towing:
• Do not tow a trailer until you drive your vehicle at least 1000 miles
(1600 kilometers).
• Consult your local motor vehicle laws for towing a trailer.
• See the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper
installation and adjustment specifications.
• Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. See your
scheduled maintenance information.
• If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions the rental agency
gives you.
For load specification terms found on the tire label and Safety
Compliance label and for instructions on calculating your vehicle’s load,
refer to Load limit in the Load Carrying chapter.
Remember to account for the trailer tongue weight as part of your
vehicle load when calculating the total vehicle weight.
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