2003 Mazda B2300 Owner's Manual - Page 131

Driving Calculating the load your vehicle can carry/tow 1. Use the appropriate maximum GCWR chart (in the Trailer Towing section in this chapter) for your type of engine and rear axle ratio. 2. Weigh your vehicle without cargo. To obtain correct weights, take your vehicle to a shipping company or an inspection station for trucks. 3. Subtract your loaded weight from the maximum GCWR in the chart. This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. It must be below the maximum trailer weight shown in the chart. TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may tow a class I, II or III trailer provided the maximum trailer weight is less than or equal to the maximum trailer weight listed for your engine and rear axle ratio on the following charts. Your vehicle's load capacity is designated by weight, not by volume, so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle. Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components carefully after any towing operation. Engine 4x2 w/manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR - kg trailer (lbs.) weight - kg (lbs.) Regular Cab All 2,177 (4,800) 744 (1,640) Maximum frontal area of trailer m2 (ft2) Equal to frontal area of vehicle 4.64 (50) 2.3L 3.0L Dual Sport 3.0L Dual Sport 4.0L Dual Sport All 2,722 (6,000) 1,161 (2,560) All All Cab Plus/Cab Plus 4 2,722 (6,000) 1,070 (2,360) 3,175 (7,000) 1,488 (3,380) 4.64 (50) 4.64 (50) 131