2007 FORD FREESTAR Owners Manual

Page 201 of 312

FORD FREESTAR 2007 1.G Owners Manual Payload– is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the
vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found
on the Tire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’

Page 202 of 312

FORD FREESTAR 2007 1.G Owners Manual Example only:
Cargo Weight– includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,
including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load
or king pin weight is also part of cargo weigh

Page 203 of 312

FORD FREESTAR 2007 1.G Owners Manual GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)– is the maximum allowable
weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear).These
numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label
located on

Page 204 of 312

FORD FREESTAR 2007 1.G Owners Manual GCW (Gross Combined Weight)– is the weight of the loaded vehicle
(GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer.
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)– is the maximum allowable
weight of the vehi

Page 205 of 312

FORD FREESTAR 2007 1.G Owners Manual 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will
be riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX
kg or XXX lbs.
4. The resulting

Page 206 of 312

FORD FREESTAR 2007 1.G Owners Manual 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 — (2 x

Page 207 of 312

FORD FREESTAR 2007 1.G Owners Manual •Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing. Refer toDriving
while you towin this chapter.
•Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. Refer to
Special Operating Condition

Page 208 of 312

FORD FREESTAR 2007 1.G Owners Manual 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.