Ford 2002 Escape v.2 Manuel d'utilisateur télécharger pdf (Page 181)

3. Subtract your loaded vehicle weight from the maximum GCWR on the

following charts. This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow

and must fall below the maximum shown under maximum trailer weight

on the chart.

TRAILER TOWING

Trailer towing with your vehicle may require the use of a trailer tow

option package.

Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle’s engine, transaxle,

axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. For your safety and to maximize

vehicle performance, be sure to use the proper equipment while towing.

Follow these guidelines to ensure safe towing procedure:

• Stay within your vehicle’s load limits.

• Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing. Refer to Preparing to

tow in this chapter.

• Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing. Refer to Driving

while you tow in this chapter.

• Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. Refer to the

severe duty schedule in the scheduled maintenance guide.

• Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 800 km

(500 miles).

• Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for the

proper installation and adjustment specifications.

Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the 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.

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