2004 Ford Ranger Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 125
2004 Ford Ranger Manual
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Driving Engine 4x4 w/manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR - kg trailer (lbs.) weight - kg (lbs) All 7000 (3175) 2740 (1243) Maximum frontal area of trailer m2 (ft2) 50 (4.64) 4.0L (with FX4 package) For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft. (300 meters) of elevation. For definition of terms used in this table, see Vehicle loading earlier in this chapter. To determine maximum trailer weight designed for your vehicle, see Calculating the load your vehicle can carry/tow earlier in this chapter. Maximum trailer weight is shown. The combined weight of the completed towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR). The Ranger is capable of pulling the maximum trailer weight(s) as specified above. Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight. The Ranger vehicle electrical system is not equipped to accommodate electric trailer brakes. Engine 2.3L 3.0L 4x2 w/automatic transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR - lbs. trailer frontal area (kg) weight - lbs. of trailer (kg) ft2 (m2) Regular Cab w/6' box All 5500 (2495) 2240 (1016) Equal to frontal area of vehicle All 6000 (2722) 2620 (1860) 50 (4.64) 125 2004 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)