Ford 2013 Explorer Owenrs Manual page 289

RECOMMENDED TOWING WEIGHTS
Engine/Passengers/Trailer Class
2.0L/6–passenger/Class I
2.0L/7–passenger/Class I
3.5L/6–passenger/Class I
3.5L/7–passenger/Class I
3.5L/6–passenger/Class III
3.5L/7–passenger/Class III
3.5L/6–passenger/Class I
3.5L/7–passenger/Class I
3.5L/6–passenger/Class III
3.5L/7–passenger/Class III
*For towing trailers up to 3500 lb (1588 kg), use a weight-carrying
hitch and ball which uniformly spreads the trailer tongue loads through
the vehicle's underbody structure. For towing trailers over 3500 lb
(1588 kg), up to the maximum trailer weight, it is recommended to use
a weight-distributing hitch to increase front axle load while towing.
ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
Follow these guidelines to ensure safe towing:
• Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least
1000 miles (1600 kilometers).
• Consult your local motor vehicle laws for towing a trailer.
• Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for the
proper installation and adjustment specifications.
• Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. Refer to your
scheduled maintenance information.
For load specification terms found on the label and instructions on
calculating your vehicle's load, refer to the Load Carrying chapter.
Remember to account for the trailer tongue weight as part of the vehicle
load when calculating the total vehicle weight.
2013 Explorer (exp)
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing
USA (fus)
Towing
Maximum
GCWR - lb
(kg)
FWD vehicles
6810 (3089)
6830 (3098)
6870 (3116)
6940 (3148)
9910 (4495)
9980 (4527)
4WD vehicles
7100 (3221)
7110 (3225)
10160 (4608)
10160 (4608)
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Maximum
Trailer Weight
- lb (kg)
2000 (907)
2000 (907)
2000 (907)
2020 (916)
5000 (2268)*
5020 (2277)*
2000 (907)
2020 (916)
5000 (2268)
5040 (2286)