2008 Ford Explorer Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 256

Tires, Wheels and Loading 4x2 GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight Trailer weight Engine Rear Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) range-lb. (kg) axle (0-Maximum) ratio 4.0L SOHC Class II 3.55 8500 (3856) 0-3500 (0-1588) towing 4.6L* Class II towing 3.55 8500 (3856) 0-3500 (0-1588) 4.0L SOHC Class III/IV 3.73 10000 (4536) 0-5395 (0-2447) towing 4.6L* Class III/IV towing 3.55 12000 (5443) 0-7310 (0-3316) 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. 256