Ford 2003 Focus Manuel d'utilisateur télécharger pdf (Page 122)

Note: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the

certification label.

Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in

serious damage to the vehicle, loss of vehicle control, vehicle

rollover, and/or personal injury.

Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the

originals because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR

limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do

not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations.

TRAILER TOWING

Your vehicle is capable of towing a trailer up to 454 kg (1,000 lbs.) gross

trailer weight with a maximum tongue load of 45 kg (100 lbs.). Do not

tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 800 km (500

miles).

Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle’s engine,

transaxle, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components

carefully after towing.

Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the

certification label.

Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer

weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in

engine damage, transaxle damage, structural damage, increased risk of

loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and/or serious 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

10–15% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue.

Safety chains

Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers

of the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cross the

chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners.

Driving

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