2005 Mercury Sable Owner's Manual - Page 157

Tires, Wheels and Loading Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle's engine, transaxle, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components carefully after towing. The amount of weight that you can tow depends on the type of engine in your vehicle. See the following charts: Model 3.0L Engine Passenger Luggage Load - Max Trailer Load - #/lb. lb. (kg) Wt.- lb. (kg) (kg) 5/750 (340) 0 800 (365) 4/600 (270) 150 (70) 800 (365) 2/300 (135) 150 (70) 1100 (500) 2/300 (135) 0 1250 (565) 4/600 (270) 0 800 (365) 2/300 (135) 150 (70) 950 (430) 2/300 (135) 0 1100 (500) Sedan Wagon The above chart is based on the specified vehicle at a maximum GCW (Vehicle weight + Trailer weight) equal to 4,950 lb. (2,245 kg). Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage, transaxle 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. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10-15% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue. 157 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)