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WARNING!
To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not "top
off" the fuel tank after filling.
Fuel Tank Capacity:
75.8 Liters (20 gallons)
VEHICLE LOADING
The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is
shown in the charts on the General Specification
page of this manual. This information should be
used for passenger and luggage loading as indi-
cated.
If seats are removed for carrying cargo, do not
exceed the specified Maximum Load capacity.
CAUTION!
Do not install aftermarket load leveling devices,
such as adjustable air-shocks or helper springs,
on this vehicle.
These devices prevent the height-sensing brake
proportioning valve from correctly interpreting the
actual vehicle load condition and will adversely
influence brake performance.
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TRAILER TOWING
In this section you will find safety tips and infor-
mation on limits to the type of towing you can
reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a
trailer carefully review this information to tow your
load as efficiently and safely as possible.
To maintain warranty coverage, follow the require-
ments and recommendations in this manual con-
cerning vehicles used for trailer towing.
Perform maintenance services as prescribed in
the maintenance schedules manual. When your
vehicle is used for trailer towing, never exceed the
gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle
and never exceed the gross trailer weight (GTW)
trailer tow limit.
Warranty Requirements
The Manufacturer's Warranty will apply to vehicles
used to tow trailers for noncommercial use, how-
ever the following conditions must be met:
• The "D" Overdrive range can be selected when
towing. However, if frequent shifting occurs
while in the "D" Overdrive range, then the "3"
Range MUST be selected when towing to avoid
transaxle overheating on vehicles equipped
with Electronic Four Speed Automatic Transax-
les.
• Automatic transaxle vehicles are preferred for
trailer towing.
• If a manual transaxle vehicle is used for towing,
all starts must be made using first gear to avoid
excessive clutch slippage.
• Trailer towing must be done in accordance with
local laws.
• A load equalizing hitch is recommended for
loaded trailer weights above 450 kg (992 lbs)
and required for weights above 900 kg (1984
lbs).
• Do not tow a trailer with a Compact Spare tire
installed.
• Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the
trailer size, stop lights and turn signals on the
trailer are mandatory for motoring safety.
NOTE:
Check the automatic transaxle fluid level be-
fore all towing. Fluid discoloration, or a burnt
odor, requires that the transmission fluid and
filter be changed.
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