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GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating)
The maximum allowable gross
combination weight. The gross
combination weight is the sum
of the total vehicle weight
(including the occupants, cargo
and any optional equipment
installed on the vehicle) and the
weight of the trailer being towed
(including the cargo in the
trailer).
■GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
The maximum allowable gross
vehicle weight. The gross vehi-
cle weight is the total weight of
the vehicle. When towing a
trailer, it is the sum of the vehi-
cle weight (including the occu-
pants, cargo and any optional
equipment installed on the vehi-
cle) and the tongue weight.
Towing related terms
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GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
The maximum allowable gross
axle weight. The gross axle
weight is the load placed on
each axle (front and rear).
■TWR (Trailer Weight Rating)
The maximum allowable gross
trailer weight. The gross trailer
weight is the sum of the trailer
weight and the weight of the
cargo in the trailer.
TWR is calculated assuming
base vehicle with one driver,
one front passenger, towing
package (if available), hitch and
hitch systems (if required).
Additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo in the vehi
cle will
reduce the trailer weight rating so as not to exceed GCWR, GVWR and
GAWR.
If the gross trailer weight exceeds 3000 lb. (1360 kg), it is r ecommended
to use a trailer with 2 or more axles.
Front GAWR
Rear GAWR
(With brakes)
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■Matching trailer ball height to trailer coupler height
■ Before towing
Check that the following conditions are met:
●Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. ( P. 662)
● Trailer tires are inflated according to the trailer manufacture r’s recommen-
dation.
● All trailer lights work as required by law.
● All lights work each time you connect them.
● The trailer ball is set at the proper height for the coupler on the trailer.
● The trailer is level when it is hitched.
Do not drive if the trailer is not level, and check for imprope r tongue weight,
overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
● The trailer cargo is securely loaded.
● The rear view mirrors conform to all applicable federal, state/provincial or
local regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors ap propriate for tow-
ing purposes.
No matter which class of tow hitch
applies, for a more safe trailer hookup,
the trailer ball setup must be the proper
height for the coupler on the trailer.
Coupler
Trailer ball
1
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●Specific design charac teristics give it a higher center of grav ity than
ordinary passenger cars. This vehi cle design feature causes this
type of vehicle to be more likel y to rollover. And, utility vehicles
have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of v ehicles.
● An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view of the
road allowing you to anticipate problems.
● It is not designed for cornering at the same speeds as ordinary pas-
senger cars any more than low-s lung sports cars are designed to
perform satisfactorily under o ff-road conditions. Therefore, sh arp
turns at excessive speeds may c ause the vehicle to rollover.
Utility vehicle precautions
This vehicle belongs to the utility vehicle class, which has
higher ground clearance and narrower tread in relation to the
height of its center of gravity.
Utility vehicle feature
WARNING
■Utility vehicle precautions
Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk o f death, seri-
ous injury or damage to your vehicle:
● In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more l ikely to die
than a person wearing a seat belt. Therefore, the driver and al l passengers
should always fasten their seat belts.
● Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers, if at all possible.
Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or
vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury.
● Loading cargo on the roof luggage carrier (if equipped) will make the cen-
ter of the vehicle gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp
turns, sudden braking or abrupt maneuvers, otherwise it may res ult in loss
of control or vehicle rollover due to failure to operate this vehicle correctly.
● Always slow down in gusty crosswinds. Because of its profile and higher
center of gravity, your vehicle is more sensitive to side winds than an ordi-
nary passenger car. Slowing down will allow you to have better control.
● Do not drive horizontally across steep slopes. Driving straight up or
straight down is preferred. Your vehicle (or any similar off-ro ad vehicle)
can tip over sideways much more easily than forward or backward .
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Raise the hooks to use.
Cargo hooks are provided for
securing loose items.
Luggage compartment features
Cargo hooks
Grocery bag hooks
NOTICE
Do not hang any object heavier than 6.6 lb. (3 kg) on the groce ry bag hooks.
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*1: Unladen vehicles
*2: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 653)
*3: With a seating capacity of 7 occupants
*4: With a seating capacity of 8 occupants
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions
Overall length192.5 in. (4890 mm)
Overall width 75.8 in. (1925 mm)
Overall height*1
Without roof antenna
68.1 in. (1730 mm)
With roof antenna
70.1 in. (1780 mm)
Wheelbase 109.8 in. (2790 mm)
Front tread64.4 in. (1635 mm)
Rear tread 64.2 in. (1630 mm)
Weights
Model code *2
Vehicle capacity
weight
(Occupant + lug-
gage)Trailer Weight Rating
(Trailer weight + cargo
weight)
ASU50L-ARTNKA 1460 lb. (660 kg) 1500 lb. (680 kg)
GSU50L-ARZNHA 1370 lb. (620 kg)
5000 lb. (2200 kg)
GSU50L-ARZMHA
1300 lb. (590 kg)
*3
1370 lb. (620 kg)*4
GSU50L-ARZGHA
1300 lb. (590 kg)*3
1370 lb. (620 kg)*4
GSU55L-ARZNHA 1370 lb. (620 kg)
GSU55L-ARZMHA1300 lb. (590 kg)
*3
1340 lb. (610 kg)*4
GSU55L-ARZGHA 1280 lb. (580 kg)
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Vehicle specifications
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Production options
weight
The combined weight of installed regular pro-
duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in
excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy
duty battery, and special trim
Rim
A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are
seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer’s designation for a
rim by style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity
weight (Total load
capacity)The rated cargo and l uggage load plus 150 lb.
(68 kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating
capacity
Vehicle maximum load
on the tire
The load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its share of
the maximum loaded vehicle weight, and
dividing by two
Vehicle normal load on
the tire
The load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its share of
curb weight, accessory weight, and normal
occupant weight (distributed in accordance
with Table 1
* below), and dividing by two
Weather sideThe surface area of the rim not covered by the
inflated tire
Bead
The part of the tire that is made of steel wires,
wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is
shaped to fit the rim
Bead separationA breakdown of the bond between compo-
nents in the bead
Tire related termMeaning
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718Alphabetical index
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Care................................... 502, 506Aluminum wheels.................. 503
Exterior ................................. 502
Interior................................... 506
Seat belts .............................. 507
Cargo hooks............................. 473
CD player .................................. 375
Chains....................................... 348
Child restraint system ............... 61 Booster seats, definition ......... 62
Booster seats, installation ....... 73
Convertible seats, definition ............................... 62
Convertible seats,
installation ............................ 69
Front passenger occupant classification syst em............. 53
Infant seats, definition ............. 62
Infant seats, installation .......... 69
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors .................... 67
Installing CRS with seat belts ...................................... 69
Installing CRS with top tether strap ........................... 75 Child safety ................................ 60
Airbag precautions.................. 43
Back door precautions .......... 135
Battery precautions....... 530, 645
Child restraint system ............. 61
Glass hatch precautions ....... 144
How your child should wear the seat belt.......................... 36
Installing child restraints ......... 65
Moon roof precautions .......... 185
Panoramic moon roof precautions......................... 190
Power window lock switch .... 179
Power window precautions ... 181
Rear door child-protectors .... 126
Removed electronic key battery precautions............. 553
Seat belt extender precautions........................... 39
Seat belt precautions .............. 38
Seat heater precautions ....... 461
Child-protectors ...................... 126
Cleaning ........................... 502, 506 Aluminum wheels ................. 503
Exterior ................................. 502
Interior .................................. 506
Seat belts.............................. 507
Clock......................................... 479
Coat hooks ............................... 487
Compass .................................. 496
Condenser................................ 527
Console box ............................. 467
Conversation mirror ................ 479
Cooling system........................ 526 Engine overheating............... 646
Cruise control
Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 291
Cup holders ............................. 469
Curtain shield airbags............... 41
Customizable features ............ 682
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