Load carrying, General information, Load limit – FORD 2014 Fiesta v.1 User Manual

Page 148: General information load limit, Payload

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GENERAL INFORMATION

WARNINGS

Use load securing straps to an
approved standard, e.g. DIN.

Make sure that you secure all loose
items properly.

Place luggage and other loads as low
and as far forward as possible within
the luggage or loadspace.

Do not drive with the liftgate or rear
door open. Exhaust fumes may enter
your vehicle.

Do not exceed the maximum front
and rear axle loads for your vehicle.
See Load Limit (page 145).

Do not allow items to contact the
rear windows.

LOAD LIMIT

Vehicle Loading - with and without
a Trailer

This section will guide you in the
proper loading of your vehicle,
trailer or both, to keep your loaded
vehicle weight within its design
rating capability, with or without
a trailer. Properly loading your

vehicle will provide maximum
return of vehicle design
performance. Before loading your
vehicle, familiarize yourself with
the following terms for
determining your vehicle’s weight
ratings, with or without a trailer,
from the vehicle’s Tire Label or
Safety Compliance Certification
Label:

Base Curb Weight - is the weight
of the vehicle including a full tank
of fuel and all standard
equipment. It does not include
passengers, cargo, or optional
equipment.

Vehicle Curb Weight - is the
weight of your new vehicle when
you picked it up from your
authorized dealer plus any
aftermarket equipment.

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PAYLOAD

145

Fiesta (CCT)

Load Carrying

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