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5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loadedon the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available
cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how
this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your
vehicle.
The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the available
amount of cargo and luggage load capacity:
² Another example for your vehicle with 1400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo and
luggage capacity. You decide to go golfing. Is there enough load
capacity to carry you, 4 of your friends and all the golf bags? You and
four friends average 220 lb. (99 kg) each and the golf bags weigh
approximately 30 lb. (13.5 kg) each. The calculation would be: 1400 ±
(5 x 220) ± (5 x 30) = 1400 ± 1100 ± 150 = 150 lb. Yes, you have
enough load capacity in your vehicle to transport four friends and
your golf bags. In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kg Ð (5
x 99 kg) Ð (5 x 13.5 kg) = 635 Ð 495 Ð 67.5 = 72.5 kg.
² A final example for your vehicle with 1400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo and
luggage capacity. You and one of your friends decide to pick up
cement from the local home improvement store to finish that patio
you have been planning for the past 2 years. Measuring the inside of
the vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for 12-100
lb. (45 kg) bags of cement. Do you have enough load capacity to
transport the cement to your home? If you and your friend each weigh
220 lb. (99 kg), the calculation would be: 1400 ± (2 x 220) ± (12 x
100) = 1400 ± 440 ± 1200 = ± 240 lb. No, you do not have enough
cargo capacity to carry that much weight. In metric units, the
calculation would be: 635 kg Ð (2 x 99 kg) Ð (12 x 45 kg) = 635 Ð
198 Ð 540 = Ð103 kg. You will need to reduce the load weight by at
least 240 lb. (104 kg). If you remove 3-100 lb. (45 kg) cement bags,
then the load calculation would be:
1400 ± (2 x 220) ± (9 x 100) = 1400 ± 440 ± 900 = 60 lb. Now you
have the load capacity to transport the cement and your friend home. .
In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kg Ð (2 x 99 kg) Ð (9
x45kg)=635Ð198Ð405=32kg.
The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your
vehicle in a manner that does not overload the Front or the Rear Gross
Axle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance
Certification Label found on the edge of the driver's door.
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Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and
utility-type vehiclesWARNING: For important information regarding safe operation
of this type of vehicle, see the Preparing to drive your vehicle
section in the Drivingchapter of this Owner's Guide.
WARNING: 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 ratioMaximum
GCWR - lb. (kg) Maximum
trailer
weight - lb. (kg) Maximum
frontal area of trailer - ft
2(m2)
Regular Cab
2.3L All 4,800 (2,177) 1,600 (726) Equal to frontal areaof vehicle
3.0L* 3.73 6,000 (2,722) 2,660 (1,206) 50 (4.64)
CIMS #954537
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CIMS #101936
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CIMS #685186
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4x2 w/manual transmission
Engine Rear axle ratioMaximum
GCWR - lb. (kg) Maximum
trailer
weight - lb. (kg) Maximum
frontal area of trailer - ft
2(m2)
3.0L* Dual
Sport 4.10 6,000 (2,722) 2,500 (1,134) 50 (4.64)
Cab Plus/Cab Plus 4
2.3L All 4,800 (2,177) 1,440 (653) Equal to frontal areaof vehicle
3.0L* 3.73 6,000 (2,722) 2,500 (1,134) 50 (4.64)
3.0L* Dual
Sport 4.10 6,000 (2,722) 2,380 (1,080) 50 (4.64)
4.0L All 7,000 (3,175) 3,440 (1,560) 50 (4.64)
4.0L Dual Sport All 7,000 (3,175) 3,320 (1,506) 50 (4.64)
For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft. (300
meters) elevation.
*When towing on roads with steep grades or moderate but long
sustained grades (5 miles [8 km] or more), or when ambient
temperatures exceed 100ÉF (37ÉC), vehicle speed should not exceed
45 mph (72 km/h) in both cases.
For definition of terms used in this table see Vehicle Loadingearlier
in this chapter.
To determine maximum trailer weight designed for your particular
vehicle, see Vehicle Loading earlier in this chapter.
Maximum trailer weight is shown. The combined weight of the
completed towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and
the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rating
(GCWR).
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4x4 w/manual transmission
Engine Rear axle ratioMaximum
GCWR - lb. (kg) Maximum
trailer
weight - lb. (kg) Maximum
frontal area of trailer - ft
2(m2)
Regular Cab
3.0L* All 6,000 (2,722) 2,360 (1,070) 50 (4.64) 4.0L All 7,000 (3,175) 3,280 (1,487) 50 (4.64) Cab Plus/Cab Plus 4
4.0L All 7,000 (3,175) 3,140 (1,424) 50 (4.64)
For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft. (300
meters) of elevation.
*When towing on roads with steep grades or moderate but long
sustained grades (5 miles [8 km] or more), or when ambient
temperatures exceed 100ÉF (37ÉC), vehicle speed should not exceed
45 mph (72 km/h) in both cases.
For definition of terms used in this table, see Vehicle loadingearlier in
this chapter.
To determine maximum trailer weight designed for your vehicle, see
Vehicle loading earlier in this chapter.
Maximum trailer weight is shown. The combined weight of the
completed towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and
the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rating
(GCWR).
4x2 w/automatic transmission
Engine Rear axle ratioMaximum
GCWR - lb. (kg) Maximum
trailer
weight - lb. (kg) Maximum
frontal area of trailer - ft
2(m2)
Regular Cab
2.3L All 5,500 (2,495) 2,260 (1,025) Equal to frontal areaof vehicle
3.0L* 3.73 6,000 (2,722) 2,620 (1,188) 50 (4.64)
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4x2 w/automatic transmission
Engine Rear axle ratioMaximum
GCWR - lb. (kg) Maximum
trailer
weight - lb. (kg) Maximum
frontal area of trailer - ft
2(m2)
3.0L* Dual
Sport 4.10 6,000 (2,722) 2,460 (1,115) 50 (4.64)
Cab Plus/Cab Plus 4
2.3L 4.10 5,500 (2,495) 1,420 (644) Equal to frontal areaof vehicle
3.0L* 3.73 6,000 (2,722) 2,460 (1,115) 50 (4.64)
3.0L* Dual
Sport 4.10 6,000 (2,722) 2,340 (1,061) 50 (4.64)
4.0L All 9,500 (4,309) 5,880 (2,667) 50 (4.64)
4.0L Dual Sport All 9,500 (4,309) 5,760 (2,612) 50 (4.64)
For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft. (300
meters) elevation.
*When towing on roads with steep grades or moderate but long
sustained grades (5 miles [8 km] or more), or when ambient
temperatures exceed 100ÉF (37ÉC), vehicle speed should not exceed
45 mph (72 km/h) in both cases.
For definition of terms used in this table see Vehicle Loadingearlier
in this chapter.
To determine maximum trailer weight designed for your particular
vehicle, see Vehicle loading earlier in this chapter.
Maximum trailer weight is shown. The combined weight of the
completed towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and
the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rating
(GCWR).
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4x4 w/automatic transmission
Engine Rear axle ratioMaximum
GCWR - lb. (kg) Maximum
trailer
weight - lb. (kg) Maximum
frontal area of trailer - ft
2(m2)
Regular Cab
3.0L* 3.73 6,000 (2,722) 2,320 (1,052) 50 (4.64) 4.0L All 9,500 (4,309) 5,740 (2,603) 50 (4.64) Cab Plus/Cab Plus 4
4.0L All 9,500 (4,309) 5,600 (2,540) 50 (4.64)
For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft. (300
meters) of elevation.
*When towing on roads with steep grades or moderate but long
sustained grades (5 miles [8 km] or more), or when ambient
temperatures exceed 100ÉF (37ÉC), vehicle speed should not exceed
45 mph (72 km/h) in both cases.
For definition of terms used in this table, see Vehicle loadingearlier in
this chapter.
To determine maximum trailer weight designed for your vehicle, see
Vehicle loading earlier in this chapter.
Maximum trailer weight is shown. The combined weight of the
completed towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and
the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rating
(GCWR).
WARNING: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on
the certification label.
The certification label is found on the driver's door latch pillar. WARNING: 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 vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal
injury.
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Preparing to tow
Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is
properly attached to your vehicle. See your authorized dealer or a
reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance.
Hitches
For towing trailers up to 2,000 lb. (907 kg), use a weight carrying hitch
and ball which uniformly distributes the trailer tongue loads through the
underbody structure. Use a frame-mounted weight distributing hitch for
trailers over 2,000 lb. (907 kg).
Do not install a single or multi-clamp type bumper hitch, or a hitch
which attaches to the axle. Underbody mounted hitches are acceptable if
they are installed properly. Follow the towing instructions of a reputable
rental agency.
Whenever a trailer hitch and hardware are removed, make sure all
mounting holes in the underbody are properly sealed to prevent noxious
gases or water from entering.
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.
If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency
gives to you.
Do not attach safety chains to the bumper.
Trailer brakes
Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are
safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer's
specifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal
regulations.WARNING: Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system
directly to your vehicle's brake system. Your vehicle may not
have enough braking power and your chances of having a
collision greatly increase.
The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the
GVWR not GCWR.CIMS #53196
com_prep-and-hitches itdseq=163
CIMS #710091
com_hitches.mbs itdseq=164
CIMS #81316
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CIMS #81317
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Trailer lamps
Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running
lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. See your
authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and
equipment for hooking up trailer lamps.
Using a step bumper
The optional step bumper is equipped with an integral hitch and requires
only a ball with a 3/4 inch (19 mm) shank diameter. The bumper has a
2,000 lb. (907 kg) trailer weight and 200 lb. (91 kg) tongue weight
capability.
The rated capacities (as shown in this guide) for trailer towing with the
factory bumper are only valid when the trailer hitch ball is installed
directly into the ball hole in the bumper. Addition of bracketry to either
lower the ball hitch position or extend the ball hitch rearward will
significantly increase the loads on the bumper and its attachments. This
can result in the failure of the bumper or the bumper attachments. Use
of any type of hitch extensions should be considered abuse.
Trailer tow connector
The trailer tow connector is located
under the rear bumper, on the
driver's side of the vehicle.
Refer to the following chart for information regarding the
factory-equipped trailer tow connector:
1
2
34
CIMS #81318
com_trailer-lampsitdseq=167
CIMS #710092
com_use-step-bumper.mbs itdseq=168
CIMS #476432
com_towconnect.ran itdseq=169
art=ranmc721_a
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