2007 Mercury Mountaineer Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 230
2007 Mercury Mountaineer Manual
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Tires, Wheels and Loading AWD GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum Trailer weight GCWR-lb. (kg) range-lb. (kg) (0-Maximum) 4.0L SOHC Class 3.55 8500 (3856) 0-3500 (0-1588) II towing 4.6L* Class II 3.55 8500 (3856) 0-3500 (0-1588) towing 4.0L SOHC Class 3.73 10000 (4536) 0-5000 (0-2268) III/IV Towing 4.6L* Class III/IV 3.55 12000 (5443) 0-7020 (0-3184) Towing Notes: - For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft. (300 meters) elevation. For definitions of terms used in this table and instructions on how to calculate your vehicle load, refer to Vehicle loading in this chapter. Maximum trailer weights shown. The combined weight of the completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must not exceed the GCWR. * -When towing maximum loads under high outside temperatures and on steep grades, the A/C system may cycle on and off to protect the engine from overheating. This may result in a temporary increase of interior temperatures. Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle. See your authorized 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, not to exceed the maximum tongue loads as stated: • Class II receiver: 350 lb. (159 kg) • Class III/IV receiver: 500 lb. (227 kg) (weight carrying); 740 lb. (336 kg) (weight distributing) 230 2007 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)