FORD 1999 Windstar - Manual (Page 163)

TRAILER TOWING TABLE
Engine Maximum GCWR
Trailer weight range
(0 - maximum)
Van
3.0L 2 971 kg (6 550 lbs.) 0-907 kg (0-2 000 lbs.)
3.8L 3 175 kg (7 000 lbs.) 0-907 kg (0-2 000 lbs.)
Wagon
3.0L 2 971 kg (6 550 lbs.) 0-907 kg (0-2 000 lbs.)
3.8L 3 175 kg (7 000 lbs.) 0-907 kg (0-2 000 lbs.)
3.8L with
Trailer Tow
Option
3 856 kg (8 500 lbs.) 0-1 588 kg (0- 3 500 lbs.)
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 trailer when figuring the total weight.
Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer
weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in
engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of control
and personal injury.
Preparing to tow
Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer, and make sure it is
properly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable trailer
dealer if you require assistance.
Hitches
Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. Use a load
carrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10% of
the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue.
Driving
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