2006 Lincoln Mark LT Owner's Manual - Page 147

Tires, Wheels and Loading Engine 5.4L Engine 4x2 (139" wheelbase) Rear axle Maximum ratio GCWR-lb. (kg) 3.73 14500 (6577) Maximum trailer weight-lb. (kg) 8900 (4037) 4x4 (139" wheelbase) Rear axle Maximum Maximum trailer ratio GCWR-lb. (kg) weight-lb. (kg) 5.4L 3.73 14500 (6577) 8600 (3901) Trailer frontal area considerations: • Not to exceed towing vehicle frontal area without Class IV trailer towing package • Not to exceed 60 square feet (5.52 square meters) with Class IV trailer towing package 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's bumper or attach to the axle. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10%-15% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue. Load equalizing hitch When hooking up a trailer using a load equalizing hitch, always use the following procedure: 1. Park the unloaded vehicle on a level surface. With the ignition on and all doors closed, allow the vehicle to stand for several minutes so that it can level. 2. Measure the height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpers at the center of the vehicle. 3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizers so that the front bumper height is within 1⁄2" (13 mm) of the reference point. After proper adjustment, the rear bumper should be no higher than in Step 2. Note: Adjusting an equalizing hitch so the rear bumper of the vehicle is higher than it was unloaded will defeat the function of the load equalizing hitch and may cause unpredictable handling. 147 2006 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)