2008 Lincoln Mark LT Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 206

Tires, Wheels and Loading Engine 4x4 (139" wheelbase) Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) 3.73 14,500 (6577) Maximum trailer weight-lb. (kg) 8,700 (3946) Maximum trailer weight-lb. (kg) 8,600 (3901) 5.4L Engine 4x4 (151" wheelbase) Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) 3.73 14,500 (6577) 5.4L 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 Note: Do not exceed trailer weight of 5,000 lb (2268 kg) when towing with bumper only. 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'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. Weight distributing 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. 206 2008 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)