2004 Mercury Monterey Owner's Manual - Page 177
2004 Mercury Monterey Manual
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Driving Vehicle towing capability/Trailer hitch requirement Model/ Engine Wagon, 4.2L GCWR lbs. (kg) 7200 (3266) Hitch type required Class I Non-Equalizing Weight Carrying Class II Non-Equalizing Weight Carrying Trailer Trailer Weight range - lbs. Tongue load (kg) 0-2000 10 - 15% of TW (0-907) (200 lbs. [91 kg] maximum) 0-3500 10 - 15% of TW Wagon, 4.2L with (0-1588) (350 lbs. [159 8700 kg] maximum) trailer (3946) tow option Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Safety Compliance Certification label. For load specification terms found on the label, refer to Vehicle loading in this chapter. Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded trailer when figuring the total weight. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of control and personal injury. Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance. Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. Use a load carrying hitch that does not exceed your vehicle's capability. See the Tongue Load section in the trailer towing chart earlier in this section for range details on a specific trailer load. Safety chains Always connect the trailer's safety chains to the hook retainers on the hitch. To connect the trailer's safety chains, cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. 177 2004 Monterey (mty) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)