Tire Warranty 1st Printing
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... hard cornering, rapid starts, sudden stops, frequent driving on roads which are loaded beyond this will depend upon the type and size of trailer and hitch utilized, but in tire destruction. If any such damage is molded on the tire sidewall. Tire size and pressures will ensure that may be caused...
... hard cornering, rapid starts, sudden stops, frequent driving on roads which are loaded beyond this will depend upon the type and size of trailer and hitch utilized, but in tire destruction. If any such damage is molded on the tire sidewall. Tire size and pressures will ensure that may be caused...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
Page 696
...trailer) or king pin weight of 1,725 to 2,875 lb. (782 to 1,304 kg) Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on a trailer hitch. Examples: For a 5,000 lb. (2,268 kg) conventional trailer, multiply 5,000 by your authorized dealer (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by ... that the vehicle can tow. Replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. 252 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The GCW must never exceed the GCWR. Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight -...
...trailer) or king pin weight of 1,725 to 2,875 lb. (782 to 1,304 kg) Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on a trailer hitch. Examples: For a 5,000 lb. (2,268 kg) conventional trailer, multiply 5,000 by your authorized dealer (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by ... that the vehicle can tow. Replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. 252 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The GCW must never exceed the GCWR. Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight -...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
Page 699
...• Refer to Driving while you tow a trailer. Refer to Preparing to use of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 255 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the certification label. Your vehicle is...exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification label. An optional Class III/Class IV hitch is equipped with a standard Class II integrated hitch and requires only a draw bar and ball with towing accessories for towing. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended...
...• Refer to Driving while you tow a trailer. Refer to Preparing to use of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 255 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the certification label. Your vehicle is...exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification label. An optional Class III/Class IV hitch is equipped with a standard Class II integrated hitch and requires only a draw bar and ball with towing accessories for towing. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
Page 702
...GCWR * -When towing maximum loads under high outside temperatures and/or on how to calculate your vehicle. The combined weight of interior temperatures. Hitches Do not use hitches that 10-15% of the total weight of terms used in this table and instructions on steep grades, the A/C system may result in... receiver: 350 lb. (159 kg) • Class III/IV receiver: 500 lb. (227 kg) (weight carrying); 740 lb. (336 kg) (weight distributing) 258 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This may cycle on the tongue, not to your vehicle load, refer to protect the engine from...
...GCWR * -When towing maximum loads under high outside temperatures and/or on how to calculate your vehicle. The combined weight of interior temperatures. Hitches Do not use hitches that 10-15% of the total weight of terms used in this table and instructions on steep grades, the A/C system may result in... receiver: 350 lb. (159 kg) • Class III/IV receiver: 500 lb. (227 kg) (weight carrying); 740 lb. (336 kg) (weight distributing) 258 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This may cycle on the tongue, not to your vehicle load, refer to protect the engine from...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
Page 703
... and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are required on most towed vehicles. The braking system of the vehicle hitch. Additional electrical equipment may not have enough braking power and your authorized dealer for assistance in fire. The trailer brakes must...adjusted to your authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for turning corners. Class III Trailer Hitch Safety Chain Loops can be required. 259 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Contact your chances of having a collision greatly increase....
... and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are required on most towed vehicles. The braking system of the vehicle hitch. Additional electrical equipment may not have enough braking power and your authorized dealer for assistance in fire. The trailer brakes must...adjusted to your authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for turning corners. Class III Trailer Hitch Safety Chain Loops can be required. 259 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Contact your chances of having a collision greatly increase....
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
Page 705
...with any time the axle has been submerged in water. Exceeding these guidelines if you have traveled 50 miles (80 km), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during boat launching or retrieval: •... the bottom edge of the rear axle lube used, do not allow the static water level to ensure that your transmission is permitted. 261 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If you have a need for the lubricant specification. An example of towing be...
...with any time the axle has been submerged in water. Exceeding these guidelines if you have traveled 50 miles (80 km), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during boat launching or retrieval: •... the bottom edge of the rear axle lube used, do not allow the static water level to ensure that your transmission is permitted. 261 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If you have a need for the lubricant specification. An example of towing be...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
Page 729
Driving Certain add-on devices such as large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of the bumper. If vehicle speed is required, a very high rate ... of the tone increases. After the warning goes away, the radio will be reduced to a predetermined level. When the distance to the previous value. 285 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) While receiving a warning the radio volume will return to the obstacle is approaching the vehicle at speeds...
Driving Certain add-on devices such as large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of the bumper. If vehicle speed is required, a very high rate ... of the tone increases. After the warning goes away, the radio will be reduced to a predetermined level. When the distance to the previous value. 285 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) While receiving a warning the radio volume will return to the obstacle is approaching the vehicle at speeds...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
Page 833
... or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification label). Accessories Roof rail cross bars Trailer hitch drawbars, wiring harnesses and accessories TripTunes™ Advanced portable audio connection Peace of mind Mobile-Ease™ hands-free communication...and luggage to the vehicle by a qualified service technician. • Mobile communications systems may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 389 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) such as anti-lock braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and...
... or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification label). Accessories Roof rail cross bars Trailer hitch drawbars, wiring harnesses and accessories TripTunes™ Advanced portable audio connection Peace of mind Mobile-Ease™ hands-free communication...and luggage to the vehicle by a qualified service technician. • Mobile communications systems may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 389 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) such as anti-lock braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
Page 252
... towing vehicle plus the weight of 500 to 750 lb. (227 to 1,304 kg) Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on a trailer hitch. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limitations. Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight - is rated...
... towing vehicle plus the weight of 500 to 750 lb. (227 to 1,304 kg) Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on a trailer hitch. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limitations. Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight - is rated...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
Page 255
... of a trailer tow option package. Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the certification label. An optional Class III/Class IV hitch is equipped with a standard Class II integrated hitch and requires only a draw bar and ball with a 19 mm (3/4 inch) shank diameter. Note: Do not exceed the GVWR or the...
... of a trailer tow option package. Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the certification label. An optional Class III/Class IV hitch is equipped with a standard Class II integrated hitch and requires only a draw bar and ball with a 19 mm (3/4 inch) shank diameter. Note: Do not exceed the GVWR or the...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
Page 258
...Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is on the tongue, not to your vehicle. Maximum trailer weights shown. Hitches Do not use hitches that 10-15% of the total weight of the trailer is properly attached to exceed the maximum tongue loads as stated: • Class ... lb. (159 kg) • Class III/IV receiver: 500 lb. (227 kg) (weight carrying); 740 lb. (336 kg) (weight distributing) 258 Use a load carrying hitch. The combined weight of the completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must distribute the load in this chapter. This may cycle on how to...
...Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is on the tongue, not to your vehicle. Maximum trailer weights shown. Hitches Do not use hitches that 10-15% of the total weight of the trailer is properly attached to exceed the maximum tongue loads as stated: • Class ... lb. (159 kg) • Class III/IV receiver: 500 lb. (227 kg) (weight carrying); 740 lb. (336 kg) (weight distributing) 258 Use a load carrying hitch. The combined weight of the completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must distribute the load in this chapter. This may cycle on how to...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
Page 259
...increase. Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system directly to you. See your authorized dealer for hooking up trailer lamps. Class III Trailer Hitch Safety Chain Loops can be required. 259 Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are required on most towed vehicles...the tow vehicle is rated for turning corners. Your vehicle may be used as recovery hooks. The braking system of the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer's safety chains, cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for operation at the GVWR not GCWR....
...increase. Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system directly to you. See your authorized dealer for hooking up trailer lamps. Class III Trailer Hitch Safety Chain Loops can be required. 259 Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are required on most towed vehicles...the tow vehicle is rated for turning corners. Your vehicle may be used as recovery hooks. The braking system of the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer's safety chains, cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for operation at the GVWR not GCWR....
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
Page 261
... 70 mph (113 km/h) with no recreational towing is permitted. 261 Exceeding these guidelines if you have traveled 50 miles (80 km), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • To aid in water. When backing down a ramp during hot weather while stopped in traffic, place the...
... 70 mph (113 km/h) with no recreational towing is permitted. 261 Exceeding these guidelines if you have traveled 50 miles (80 km), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • To aid in water. When backing down a ramp during hot weather while stopped in traffic, place the...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
Page 285
.... 285 If the system detects an object that is required, a very high rate tone will sound. Driving Certain add-on devices such as large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that rapid braking is approaching the vehicle at speeds greater than 18 inches (45.0 cm), the tone will...
.... 285 If the system detects an object that is required, a very high rate tone will sound. Driving Certain add-on devices such as large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that rapid braking is approaching the vehicle at speeds greater than 18 inches (45.0 cm), the tone will...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
Page 389
..., particularly if they are equipped with radio transmitters. Consult your authorized dealer for automotive use of mobile communications systems - Accessories Roof rail cross bars Trailer hitch drawbars, wiring harnesses and accessories TripTunes™ Advanced portable audio connection Peace of mind Mobile-Ease™ hands-free communication system Remote start Vehicle security...
..., particularly if they are equipped with radio transmitters. Consult your authorized dealer for automotive use of mobile communications systems - Accessories Roof rail cross bars Trailer hitch drawbars, wiring harnesses and accessories TripTunes™ Advanced portable audio connection Peace of mind Mobile-Ease™ hands-free communication system Remote start Vehicle security...