2004 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner's Manual - Page 298

Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be? It depends on how you plan to use your rig. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important. And, it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle. Use one of the following charts to determine how much your vehicle can weigh, based upon your vehicle model and options. Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment. The weight of additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight. Vehicle Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. **GCWR Escalade 2WD 5.3L 3.73 7,400 lbs (3 357 kg) 13,000 lbs (5 897 kg) Escalade AWD 6.0L 3.73 8,100 lbs (3 674 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg) Escalade ESV AWD 6.0L 3.73 7,700 lbs (3 493 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg) Escalade ESV Platinum AWD 6.0L 3.73 7,300 lbs (3 311 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg) **The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment and conversions. The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded. You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at the address listed in your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet. In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 4-56