2008 Ford Ranger Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 140
2008 Ford Ranger Manual
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Tires, Wheels and Loading 4x4 w/automatic transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR - lb. trailer frontal area (kg) weight - lb. of trailer (kg) ft2 (m2) SuperCab 4.0L All 9500 (4309) 5600 (2540) 50 (4.64) For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft. (300 meters) of elevation. *When towing on roads with steep grades or moderate but long sustained grades (5 miles [8 km] or more), or when ambient temperatures exceed 100°F (37°C), vehicle speed should not exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) in both cases. 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 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, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 140 2008 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)