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To safely tow a trailer, you should
observe the load limits, use the
proper equipment, and follow the
guidelines in this section.
Be sure to read the Off-Highway
Driving Guidelines section on page
192
if you plan to tow off paved
surfaces.
Exceeding any load limit or
improperly loading your vehicle
and trailer can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt
or killed.
Check the loading of your
vehicle and trailer carefully
before starting to drive.
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Estimating Loads
To help ensure a safe drive to a scale,
or if you cannot get to a public scale,
we recommend that you estimate
your total trailer weight and tongue
load as described next.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR)
−
The maximum
allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all cargo and the tongue
load is 5,787 lbs (2,630 kg).
Gross Axle Weight Ratings
(GAWR)
The maximum
−
allowable weight on the vehicle axles
are 2,882 lbs (1,307 kg) on the front
axle, and 2,992 lbs (1,360 kg) on the
rear axle.
Gross Combined Weight Ratings
(GCWR)
− The maximum
allowable weight of the fully loaded
vehicle and trailer is 9700 lbs (4410
kg) with the proper hitch and fluid
coolers (see page
about fluid coolers).
The GCWR must be reduced 2
percent for every 1,000 feet (305
meters) of elevation.
The best way to confirm that all
loads are within limits is to check
them at a public scale.
Load Limits
Total Trailer Weight
See page
towing situation.
To Estimate the Total Trailer Weight
Add the weight of your trailer (as
quoted by the manufacturer) with
everything in or on the trailer. Check
the tables on page
not exceed the limit for your
conditions.
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for information
Towing Weight Limits
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for limits for your
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that you do
CONTINUED
Driving
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