2010 Mazda CX-9 Owner's Manual - Page 164

CX-9_8AU2-EA-09G_Edition1 Page164 Wednesday, July 8 2009 12:6 AM Black plate (164,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Model Without Towing With Towing Package Package 60 % 40 % Item DISTRIBUTION OF TRAILER LOAD Front Rear GCWR: Gross Combination Weight Rating (sum of TTW, vehicle weights and 2 passengers) GAWR: Gross Axle Weight Rating GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating *1 i.e. baggage, food, camp gear *2 2WD *3 AWD WARNING Always keep tow loads within specified limits as indicated in the Trailer Towing-Load Table: Attempting to tow loads greater than those specified is dangerous as it may cause serious handling and performance problems that could result in personal injury or vehicle damage, or both. Load your trailer with the weight about 60 % toward the front and 40 % toward the rear: Loading the trailer with more weight in the rear than in the front is dangerous. Doing so could cause you to lose control. The trailer tongue load must be 10 %―15 % of the total trailer load (sum of the weights of the trailer and cargo). Always have the total trailer weight and tongue load determined prior to departure: Attempting to tow loads without determining the total trailer weight and tongue load is dangerous. Trailer sway from crosswinds, rough roads or other causes could result in loss of control and a serious accident. CAUTION The total trailer weight and tongue load can be determined by weighing the trailer on platform scales at a highway weight station or a trucking company. qTrailer Hitch Use only a hitch ball recommended by the trailer manufacturer that conforms to the gross trailer weight requirement. When not towing a trailer, remove the trailer hitch (if detachable) to reduce the possibility of damage as a result of the vehicle being rear-ended. 4-16 Form No.8AU2-EA-09G