2007 Mercury Mountaineer load capacity

How your vehicle differs from other vehicles
SUV and trucks can differ from
some other vehicles in a few
noticeable ways. Your vehicle may
be:
²Higher ± to allow higher load
carrying capacity and to allow it
to travel over rough terrain
without getting hung up or
damaging underbody components.
²Shorter ± to give it the capability
to approach inclines and drive
over the crest of a hill without
getting hung up or damaging
underbody components. All other
things held equal, a shorter
wheelbase may make your vehicle quicker to respond to steering
inputs than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase.
²Narrower Ð to provide greater
maneuverability in tight spaces,
particularly in off-road use.
As a result of the above dimensional
differences, SUV's and trucks often
will have a higher center of gravity
and a greater difference in center of
gravity between the loaded and
unloaded condition.
These differences that make your
vehicle so versatile also make it
handle differently than an ordinary
passenger car.
Vehicle Characteristics
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3. Add air to reach the Ford recommended air pressure.
Note:If you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in
the center of the valve. Then recheck the pressure with your tire gauge.
4. Replace the valve cap.
5. Repeat this procedure for each tire, including the spare.
Note:Some spare tires require higher inflation pressure than the other tires.
6. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects
embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak.
7. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts, bulges or
other irregularities.
TIRE REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS
Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide safe ride and
handling capability.
Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size
and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus
all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or
wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and
performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of
loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Additionally the use of non-recommended tires and wheels could cause
steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure.
See your Owner Guide for additional information. If you have questions
regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury
dealer.
Make sure all tires and wheels on the vehicle are of the same size, type,
tread design, brand, load-carrying capacity and speed rating because it
can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result
in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death.
Tire Replacement Requirements
Tire Replacement Requirements
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LOADING YOUR VEHICLE
Passenger and cargo load limits
The combined weight of all occupants and all cargo (including added
accessories) must not exceed themaximum payloadfor your vehicle.
The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the tire label on
the driver's door or door pillar. Look for statement ªTHE COMBINED
WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX
KG OR XXX LBSº to determine your vehicle's maximum payload.
The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle can be limited
either by volume capacity (how much space is available) or by
payload capacity (how much weight the vehicle should carry). Once
you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle, do not add
more cargo, even if there is space available. Overloading or improperly
loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and
vehicle rollover.
In addition tomaximum payload, additional loading terms and weight
ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a
heavy accessory such as a snowplow has been added to the vehicle.
Other terms related to loading includebase curb weight, gross vehicle
weight rating(GVWR),gross axle weight rating(GAWR),gross
combined weight rating(GCWR). Refer to your ªOwner's Guideº for
additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight
limits.
Effects of improperly loading or overloading your vehicle
Improper weight distribution and exceeding the maximum payload can
have serious consequences in terms of passenger safety, including
damage to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced
braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire
failure or other damage.
Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may handle
differently than unloaded vehicles. Do not overload your vehicle
and use extra precautions, such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding
abrupt steering changes and allowing for increased stopping distance,
when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. Over loading or loading the
vehicle improperly can deteriorate handling capability and contribute
to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover.
Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle
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