FORD 2005 Ranger v.3 - Manual (Page 126)

Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and
utility-type vehicles
For important information regarding safe operation of this type
of vehicle, see the Preparing to drive your vehicle section in
the Driving chapter of this Owner’s Guide.
Loaded vehicles may handle differently than unloaded vehicles.
Extra precautions, such as slower speeds and increased stopping
distance, should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle.
Your vehicle can haul more cargo and people than most passenger cars.
Depending upon the type and placement of the load, hauling cargo and
people may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle.
TRAILER TOWING
Your vehicle may tow a class I, II or III trailer provided the maximum
trailer weight is less than or equal to the maximum trailer weight listed
for your engine and rear axle ratio on the following charts.
Your vehicle’s load capacity is designated by weight, not by volume, so
you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle.
Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle’s engine,
transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these
components carefully after any towing operation.
4x2 w/manual transmission
Engine Rear
axle
ratio
Maximum
GCWR - lb.
(kg)
Maximum
trailer weight
- lb. (kg)
Maximum
frontal area of
trailer - ft 2 (m 2 )
Regular Cab w/6’ box
2.3L All 4800 (2177) 1600 (726) Equal to frontal
area of vehicle
3.0L* All 6000 (2722) 2640 (1197) 50 (4.64)
3.0L*
Edge
All 6000 (2722) 2500 (1134) 50 (4.64)
2005 Ranger (ran)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA (fus)
Tires, Wheels and Loading
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