FORD 2009 Escape v.3 - Manual (Page 190)

Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Safety Compliance
Certification Label. For load specification terms found on the label, refer
to Vehicle loading in this chapter. Remember to figure in the tongue
load of your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight.
4x2
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/manual
transmission
5000 (2268) 1500 (680) 24 (2.2)
2.5L
w/automatic
transmission
5060 (2095) 1500 (680) 24 (2.2)
3.0L
w/automatic
transmission
7140 (3239) 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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