Tires, wheels and loading – FORD 2009 Escape v.2 User Manual

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4x2

GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights

Notes: For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1000 ft.
(300 meters) elevation. For definitions of terms and instructions on
calculating your vehicle’s 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.

The Escape is capable of pulling the maximum trailer weight(s) as
specified above. Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers
over a specified weight. The Escape vehicle electrical system is not
equipped to accommodate electric trailer brakes.

4x4

GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights

Engine

Maximum

GCWR - lb.

(kg)

Trailer Weight

Range - lb.

(kg)

Maximum

frontal area of

trailer - ft

2

(m)

2

2.5L

w/automatic

transmission

5200 (2359)

1500 (680)

24 (2.2)

3.0L

w/automatic

transmission

7300 (3311)

3500 ( 1588)

30 (2.8)

Notes: For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1000 ft.
(300 meters) elevation. For definitions of terms and instructions on
calculating your vehicle’s 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.

The Escape is capable of pulling the maximum trailer weight(s) as
specified above. Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers
over a specified weight. The Escape vehicle electrical system is not
equipped to accommodate electric trailer brakes.

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2009 Escape (204)
Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing
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