Lincoln Navigator (2019 year). Manual - part 19

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer,

load from your trailer will be
transferred to your vehicle. Consult
this manual to determine how this
reduces the available cargo and
luggage load capacity of your
vehicle.

Helpful examples for calculating the
available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity

Suppose your vehicle has a 1400-pound
(635-kilogram) cargo and luggage
capacity. You decide to go golfing. Is
there enough load capacity to carry you,
four of your friends and all the golf bags?
You and four friends average 220
pounds (99 kilograms) each and the golf
bags weigh approximately 30 pounds
(13.5 kilograms) each. The calculation
would be: 1400 - (5 x 220) - (5 x 30) =
1400 - 1100 - 150 = 150 pounds. Yes, you

have enough load capacity in your
vehicle to transport four friends and your
golf bags. In metric units, the calculation
would be: 635 kilograms - (5 x 99
kilograms) - (5 x 13.5 kilograms) = 635 -
495 - 67.5 = 72.5 kilograms.

Suppose your vehicle has a 1400-pound
(635-kilogram) cargo and luggage
capacity. You and one of your friends
decide to pick up cement from the local
home improvement store to finish that
patio you have been planning for the
past two years. Measuring the inside of
the vehicle with the rear seat folded
down, you have room for twelve
100-pound (45-kilogram) bags of
cement. Do you have enough load
capacity to transport the cement to your
home? If you and your friend each weigh
220 pounds (99 kilograms), the
calculation would be: 1400 - (2 x 220) -
(12 x 100) = 1400 - 440 - 1200 = - 240
pounds. No, you do not have enough
cargo capacity to carry that much
weight. In metric units, the calculation
would be: 635 kilograms - (2 x 99
kilograms) - (12 x 45 kilograms) = 635 -

198 - 540 = -103 kilograms. You will need
to reduce the load weight by at least
240 pounds (104 kilograms). If you
remove three 100-pound (45-kilogram)
cement bags, then the load calculation
would be:1400 - (2 x 220) - (9 x 100) =
1400 - 440 - 900 = 60 pounds. Now you
have the load capacity to transport the
cement and your friend home. In metric
units, the calculation would be: 635
kilograms - (2 x 99 kilograms) - (9 x 45
kilograms) = 635 - 198 - 405 = 32
kilograms.

The above calculations also assume that
the loads are positioned in your vehicle
in a manner that does not overload the
front or the rear gross axle weight rating
specified for your vehicle on the Safety
Compliance Certification label.

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Special Loading Instructions for
Owners of Pick-up Trucks and Utility-
type Vehicles

WARNING: When loading the

roof racks, we recommend you evenly
distribute the load, as well as maintain
a low center of gravity. Loaded
vehicles, with higher centers of gravity,
may handle differently than unloaded
vehicles. Take extra precautions, such
as slower speeds and increased
stopping distance, when driving a
heavily loaded vehicle.

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TOWING A TRAILER

WARNING: Towing trailers

beyond the maximum recommended
gross trailer weight exceeds the limit
of your vehicle and could result in
engine damage, transmission damage,
structural damage, loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover and personal
injury.

WARNING: Do not exceed the

GVWR or the GAWR specified on the
certification label.

Note:  See Recommended Towing
Weights (page 309).

Your vehicle may have electrical items,
such as fuses or relays, related to
towing.  See Fuses (page 341).

Your vehicle's load capacity designation
is by weight, not by volume, so you
cannot necessarily use all available
space when loading a vehicle or trailer.

Towing a trailer places an extra load on
your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle,
brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect
these components periodically during,
and after, any towing operation.

Load Placement

To help minimize how trailer movement
affects your vehicle when driving:
•

Load the heaviest items closest to
the trailer floor.

•

Load the heaviest items centered
between the left and right side trailer
tires.

•

Load the heaviest items above the
trailer axles or just slightly forward
toward the trailer tongue. Do not
allow the final trailer tongue weight
to go above or below 10-15% of the
loaded trailer weight.

•

Select a ball mount with the correct
rise or drop and load capacity. When
both the loaded vehicle and trailer
are connected, the trailer frame
should be level, or slightly angled
down toward your vehicle, when
viewed from the side.

When driving with a trailer or payload, a
slight takeoff vibration or shudder may
be present due to the increased payload
weight. Additional information regarding
proper trailer loading and setting your

vehicle up for towing is located in
another chapter of this manual.  See

Load Limit (page 292).

You can also find information in the RV
& Trailer Towing Guide available at your
authorized dealer, or online.

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RV & Trailer Towing Guide Online

http://www.fleet.ford.com/towing-guides/

Website

TRAILER REVERSING AIDS

 (IF

EQUIPPED)

Pro Trailer Backup Assist™

WARNING: Driving while distracted

can result in loss of vehicle control, crash
and injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving.

WARNING: This system is an extra

driving aid. It does not replace your
attention and judgment, or the need to
apply the brakes. This system does NOT
automatically brake your vehicle. If you fail
to press the brake pedal when necessary,
you may collide with another vehicle.

Note: The system is not a substitute for safe
driving practices.

Note: You must always be aware of the
vehicle and trailer combination and the
surrounding environment.

Note: The system does not detect or prevent
the vehicle or trailer from making contact
with obstacles in the surrounding
environment.

Note: Keep in mind that the front end of the
vehicle swings out when changing the
direction of the trailer.

Note: The system relies on user
measurements to determine sticker
placement and system limits. It is critical to
take the key measurements correctly.
Incorrect measurements can result in the
improper function of the system up to and
including contact between the vehicle and
trailer.

Note: The system limits vehicle speed when
backing up. The system is not a replacement
for proper use of the throttle and brake
pedals.

Principle of Operation

This feature helps you to steer your vehicle
when reversing with a trailer attached. Turn
and hold the control knob in the direction
you want the trailer to go and the system
takes over the steering. This allows you to
focus on checking the mirrors and operating
the brake and accelerator.

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You have to set up each trailer you use with
your vehicle. You must accurately follow the
setup process to make sure you correctly
place the sticker.

Contact your dealership if you need
assistance in setting up your trailer.

Setting Up Pro Trailer Backup Assist

Note: Once you enter a trailer's information,
the system stores it for easy recall. You can
add a maximum of 10 trailers to the system.

Step 1: Position your Vehicle and Trailer

Hitch the conventional trailer to your vehicle.
See Essential Towing Checks (page 311).

Park your vehicle and trailer on a level
surface.

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For best results, make sure that your trailer
rides level with the ground when you hitch
your vehicle. More information on selecting
your tow bar is available in the Towing
section. See Towing (page 297).

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Make sure your vehicle and the trailer are in
line with each other. You can do this by
driving straight forward.

Step 2: Follow the Information Display
Prompts

Press the button to turn the system on.

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1. Select the option to add a trailer in the

information display using the steering
wheel control. See General Information
(page 120).

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2. Add a personalized name for the trailer

using the screen prompts. Use the down
arrow to scroll to the desired letter and
then press the toggle switch to advance
to the next letter. Press OK to continue.

3. Select the type of trailer brake system for

the trailer you are adding.

4. Select the brake effort level for the trailer.

Note: The default option is low. We
recommend this for most trailers. If the
trailer's brakes require more initial voltage,
or if you prefer more aggressive braking,
then select the other options as required.

Some examples of conventional type trailers
are below.

Note: You cannot use the system with the
types of trailers marked with the cross.

The system only works with conventional
trailers. It does not work with other types
including goose neck and fifth wheel.

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Follow the information display prompts.

Step 3: Place the Sticker on the Trailer
Frame

You must place the supplied sticker in an
area visible by the rear view camera.

Note: An assistant can help to carry out the
following procedure.

Note: Make sure nothing can obstruct the
rear view cameras view of the sticker. For
example, items such as a jack handle or
wiring.

Note: Position the sticker on a flat, dry and
clean horizontal surface. For best results
apply the sticker when temperatures are
above 32°F (0°C).

Note: Do not move stickers after you position
them. Do not re-use any stickers if removed.

Note: You can purchase additional stickers
through your authorized dealer.

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Use the supplied measurement card, a tape
measure and pen to carefully mark the area
where to attach the sticker (supplied in the
back cover pocket of your quick start guide).
Make sure the whole sticker is within the
zone between the two arcs or distance
markers on the diagram, and is also visible
in the rear view camera display.

Step 4: Take Measurements

After you correctly place the sticker on the
trailer, you must take some key
measurements.

Note: You must take accurate
measurements for the system to operate
properly.

Note: When rounding in inches, round
upward if the measured length is a quarter
inch or greater. Round downward if the
measured length is less than a quarter inch.
For example 12.25 in (31.11 cm) would be
rounded up to 12.50 in (31.75 cm). 12.13 in
(30.8 cm) would be rounded down to 12.00 in
(30.48 cm).

Note: When rounding in centimeters, round
to the nearest whole centimeter. If the
measurement is less than 0.2 in (0.5 cm)
round downward. If the measurement is
more than or equal to 0.2 in (0.5 cm) round
upward. For example, 11.9 in (30.3 cm) would
be rounded down to 11.8 in (30 cm). 12.0 in
(30.5 cm) would be rounded up to 12.2 in
(31 cm).

Note: Use consistent metric or imperial units
as required by your country or vehicle.

Record the four key distances (A, B, C, D) as
required by the measurement card. Record
the trailer name for these measurements.

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Distance A

The horizontal distance from the bumper to
the center of the ball hitch on the trailer.

Distance B

The horizontal distance from the center of
the ball hitch to the center of the sticker.

Distance C

The distance from the rear view camera to
the center of the sticker.

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Distance D

The horizontal distance from the bumper to
the center of the trailer axle (single axle
trailers), or the center of the axles (trailers
with dual axles or more).

Step 5: Enter Measurements Using the
Information Display

Using the recorded measurements, enter the
required data into the system. Follow the on
screen prompts to enter each of the
measurements taken in step 4. When all four
distances have been entered, a confirmation
display will appear. Check the values are
correct before proceeding, or go back to
change any if required.

Step 6: Confirming the Sticker Location

Check the rear view camera display to see
if the sticker is identified by the system and
marked with a red circle.

Confirm that the red circle is correctly located
over the sticker image in the display. The on
screen prompt will ask you to confirm this.

Note: If the system cannot locate the sticker
try cleaning the camera lens, and also make
sure the sticker is within the green zone as
indicated in step 3.

Calibrating the System

To complete setup, drive your vehicle
straight forward between 4 mph (6 km/h) and
24 mph (39 km/h) following the on screen
prompt.

Note: Check your measurements to make
sure you measured from the correct points.

Note: If you move the steering wheel during
this procedure, the calibration pauses.

Note: We recommend that you do not do
this at night.

A message will be displayed during
calibration and after calibration is complete.

Using Pro Trailer Backup Assist

To use the system press the button and
select the required trailer from the display.

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When the sticker is located, the display
prompts you to shift into reverse (R). The
system turns on.

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Note: The system does not function if your
hands are on the steering wheel. Remove
your hands to resume operation.

Follow the screen prompts to steer your
vehicle and trailer.

Note: You may have to drive forward to
straighten the trailer.

Take your hands off the steering wheel and
turn the Pro Trailer Backup Assist control
knob instead. The knob acts as the steering
control for the trailer.

Note: The more you turn the knob, the
sharper the trailer turns.

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Turn and hold counterclockwise to make the
trailer go left.

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Turn and hold clockwise to make the trailer
go right.

Note: Practice maneuvering with the system
in a safe open area first.

Note: Try backing up in a straight line and
then turning the knob slowly in the direction
you want to go.

Note: Quickly turning and releasing the knob
results in a jerky movement of the vehicle.

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Release the knob when the trailer is moving
in the direction you want. Control the
accelerator and brakes while the system
steers your vehicle automatically to keep the
trailer moving straight back.

Note: You may have to use the knob to
correct the trailer direction when attempting
to move the trailer straight back under some
conditions.

Note: Your vehicle speed is automatically
limited.

Note: When you release the knob or turn it
to the center position, your vehicle follows
the trailer's path.

Troubleshooting

Note: The system requires a clear view of
the sticker placed on the trailer. You must
keep the camera lens and sticker clean for
the system to operate correctly.

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Setup

The system is designed to be used with a
wide variety of trailers. However there are
some trailers that do not have a proper
surface and location to mount the sticker.
These trailers are not supported. Attempts
to place the sticker on a surface that does
not meet the sticker placement requirement
listed in Step 3 of the setup instruction or
entering inaccurate measurements to
proceed through setup can result in improper
system function.

Accurate measurements are critical to correct
system function. If you need to check
measurements entered or change them you
can access them through the trailer menus
in the instrument cluster. Choose the option
to change the sticker from the change trailer
settings menu. It is not necessary to remove
the sticker if you are just reviewing or
changing measurements.

The following menu warnings or difficulties
may occur during setup. Tips to resolve them
are listed below.

Note: If you still experience issues with the
system's ability to detect the sticker, see the
information in the next section regarding
sticker lost during system operation.

Measurement A has reached maximum or
minimum value:
•

The system is designed to work with
drawbars that have a bumper to hitch ball
center measurement of 4 in (10 cm) to
11 in (28 cm) when installed. Do not
attempt to use drawbars that have a
length outside this range as the system
performance will be degraded and could
cause improper system function.

•

Make sure that the measurement being
made is the horizontal distance only from
bumper and the hitch ball center. A
straight line distance that includes any
vertical rise or drop will increase the
measurement and make it inaccurate.
Inaccurate measurements will degrade
system performance and could cause
improper system function. See step 4 of
the setup instruction to review
measurement instructions.

Measurement B has reached maximum or
minimum value:
•

Make sure that the sticker placement
instruction in step 3 of the setup has
been followed. Stickers placed outside
the allowed zone will adversely affect the
system performance and could cause
improper feature function.

•

Make sure that the measurement being
made is the horizontal distance only from
center of sticker to the hitch ball center.
A straight line distance that includes any
vertical rise or drop will increase the
measurement and cause an inaccurate
value to be entered into the system. See
step 4 of the setup for additional
measurement instructions.

Measurement C has reached maximum or
minimum value:
•

Make sure that the sticker placement
instructions in step 3 of the setup have
been followed. Stickers placed outside
the allowed zone will adversely affect the
system performance and could cause
improper feature function. If you have
met all the criteria for sticker placement
and you see this message this sticker is

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either too far below or too close to the
camera to properly recognize the sticker.
In order for the system to operate
correctly the sticker height must be
lowered if you receive the minimum
warning or the sticker height must be
raised if you receive the maximum
warning.

•

Only one sticker can be placed on the
trailer for correct system function. The
previous sticker must be removed or
covered so only one sticker is visible to
the camera.

•

Measurement B and C must be measured
again if a new sticker is placed on the
trailer.

Measurement D has reached maximum or
minimum value:
•

Make sure that the measurement being
made is the horizontal distance only from
the bumper to the center of the single
axle or the center of all the axles on the
trailer. See step 4 of the setup for
additional measurement instructions. The
TBA system does not support trailer
lengths outside the range allowed by the
information display.

System is circling something beside the
sticker or system cannot find the sticker:
•

Make sure the rear camera is clean and
the sticker is clearly visible in the camera
image. Clean the camera and sticker if
necessary.

•

The camera system uses the entered
measurements to help locate the sticker.
Inaccurate sticker measurements will
degrade the system’s ability to locate the
sticker. Verify the measurements entered
into the system are accurate.

•

Remove the incorrectly circled label or
decal if possible.

•

If you cannot resolve the issue a new
sticker location should be tried. The
sticker location must still meet the
requirements noted in step 3 of the setup
instructions. Only one sticker can be
placed on the trailer for correct system
function. The previous sticker must be
removed or covered so only one sticker
is visible to the camera.

Calibration

The system monitors various vehicle
parameters to ensure your vehicle is being
driven straight and the trailer straight behind
your vehicle. Any steering input or trailer
movement will pause the calibration.

For best results:
•

Use a long, straight, smooth and level
road when attempting to calibrate.

•

Drive straight forward.

•

Drive between 4 mph (6 km/h) and
24 mph (39 km/h).

System Operation

The following warnings or difficulties may
occur during feature operation. Tips to
resolve them are listed below.

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The system is not available:
•

The system relies on many sub-systems
in your vehicle to operate correctly. If
those sub-systems are not operating
correctly the system may not be
available.

•

Low battery voltage is a condition which
will prevent the system from operating.
Please make sure the battery is correctly
charged if the system is not available.

•

You may need to drive your vehicle
straight forward above 25 mph (40 km/h)
before the system is available again.

•

If the message still displays take your
vehicle to an authorized dealer for
service.

Sticker lost:
•

If the system cannot initially find the
sticker, it may be necessary for you to
change the lighting conditions by moving
the vehicle and trailer or waiting until
conditions change.

•

Check for the following if you receive the
lost sticker message while using the
system.

•

Stop your vehicle as soon as the
message displays.

•

Make sure the sticker is visible and the
pattern is discernable in the rear view
camera image.

•

Clean the sticker and camera to make
sure they are unobstructed.

•

Clean the lens with a soft, lint-free cloth
and water.

•

Clean the sticker with isopropyl rubbing
alcohol sprayed directly onto the sticker,
and then wipe clean with a soft cloth.

•

Remove any items that may be blocking
the view of the sticker. Depending on
your trailer configuration and any
equipment mounted to your trailer it is
possible for the sticker to be blocked
from view of the camera as it rotates on
the hitch ball but not be blocked during
setup. Remove the obstruction if
possible. It will be necessary to remove
the sticker from it’s current location if the
obstruction cannot be cleared and place
a new sticker that will be visible to the
camera in all positions of the trailer
behind your vehicle.

•

Placing the sticker on a surface angled
away from the vehicle reduces
performance. Use a drawbar that
positions the trailer level to the ground
when attached to vehicle. This typically
provides a level surface to mount the
sticker. Place the sticker on a bracket or
other object when no level surface is
available.

•

Make sure the entire sticker is on a flat
surface that is completely visible to the
camera. Do not fold the sticker over an
edge on the trailer frame. This can
degrade performance.

•

Shadows on the sticker may effect
tracking performance under some
lighting conditions. Moving the sticker to
another location within the allowed
placement area may improve
performance. Use the change sticker
option in your Towing menu if you move
the sticker.

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•

You can change your sticker location by
going into the Towing menu, selecting
trailer options, selecting change trailer
settings and then selecting the change
sticker option. The previous sticker must
be removed. ONLY ONE STICKER
SHOULD BE PLACED ON THE TRAILER
FOR CORRECT SYSTEM FUNCTION.

•

The camera system uses the entered
measurements to help locate the sticker.
Inaccurate measurements will reduce the
system’s ability to locate the sticker.
Check the measurements entered into
the system are correct. Refer to the step
4 of Pro trailer backup Assist setup for
instructions on measurements.

•

You can change your measurement by
going into the Towing menu, selecting
trailer options, selecting change trailer
setting and then selecting the change
sticker option. Disregard the prompt to
remove this sticker and continue to the
next step if you only plan to update the
measurements for the current sticker
location.

System will not backup straight:
•

Factors such as the drawbar connection
to the hitch receiver, road camber, road
grade and compliance in the trailer
suspension can influence how straight
the system is able to back your trailer
when the knob is not turned. You can
compensate for the trailer drifting to the
right or left by slowly turning the Pro
Trailer Backup Assist knob until the trailer
is following your desired path and then
holding the knob in that position. If you
would like to recalibrate the system for
straight backing, you can do so with the
following procedure.

•

Go into the Towing menu, select trailer
options, select change trailer setting and
then select the change sticker option.
Your saved measurements will be
displayed. Do not change them but
continue to confirm measurements. Once
you confirm the measurements, the
system will then prompt you to perform
the calibration procedure.

System consistently shows Stop Now Max
trailer angle reached warning:
•

The system uses your measurements to
determine sticker position and establish
system limits. Accurate sticker placement
and trailer measurements will provide the
best system performance. If you are
consistently receiving this warning it is
likely there is an issue with sticker
placement or the entered measurements.
Make sure that the sticker is placed
correctly based on steps 3 and the
measurements were made correctly
according to Step 4. The troubleshooting
guide for trailer measurements can also
be reviewed for help in making
measurements.

•

To change sticker location or change
trailer measurements, go into the Towing
menu, select trailer options, select
change trailer setting and then select the
change sticker option.

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•

If the sticker location needs to be
changed, the previous sticker must be
removed and a new sticker needs to be
placed on the trailer. ONLY ONE
STICKER SHOULD BE PLACED ON THE
TRAILER FOR PROPER SYSTEM
FUNCTION.

•

Disregard the prompt to remove this
sticker and continue to the next step if
you only plan to update the
measurements for the current sticker
location.

System consistently shows Stop now take
control of steering warning:
•

The system displays this warning when
it can no longer steer the vehicle and you
must take over steering. There are four
reasons why this warning displays and
additional information regarding the
reason for the warning is available on the
center display.

•

The steering wheel is touched while the
system is controlling it. Avoid touching
the wheel during system operation.

•

The maximum speed for feature
operation is exceeded. System
performance is optimized at slower
speeds. Backup slowly.

•

The sticker was lost by the camera
system. Once your vehicle is stopped
additional warnings will indicate the
sticker was lost. Refer to sticker lost
trouble shooting tips.

•

An internal condition for system
operation was not met which requires
your vehicle return to manual control of
the steering.

Note: The system is designed to be used
with the same trailer connection every time
the trailer is chosen from the selection menu.
Using a different drawbar or a different pin
hole (on drawbars with more than one) when
connecting the drawbar to your vehicle
affects the trailer measurements. Take the
measurements again and update if required.

TRAILER SWAY CONTROL

WARNING: Turning off trailer sway

control increases the risk of loss of vehicle
control, serious injury or death. Ford does
not recommend disabling this feature
except in situations where speed reduction
may be detrimental (such as hill climbing),
the driver has significant trailer towing
experience, and can control trailer sway
and maintain safe operation.

Note: This feature does not prevent trailer
sway, but reduces it once it begins.

Note: This feature cannot stop all trailers
from swaying.

Note: In some cases, if vehicle speed is too
high, the system may activate multiple times,
gradually reducing vehicle speed.

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This feature applies your vehicle brakes at
individual wheels and, if necessary, reduces
engine power. If the trailer begins to sway,
the stability control light flashes and the
message TRAILER SWAY REDUCE SPEED
appears in the information display. The first
thing to do is slow your vehicle down, then
pull safely to the side of the road and check
for proper tongue load and trailer load
distribution.  See Load Carrying (page 287).

RECOMMENDED TOWING
WEIGHTS

Note: Do not exceed the trailer weight
for your vehicle configuration listed in
the chart below.

Note: Make sure to take into
consideration trailer frontal area. Do not
exceed 36.5 feet² (3.39 meters²) if your
vehicle is equipped with the standard
towing package, or 60 feet² (5.57
meters²) if your vehicle is equipped with
the optional heavy duty package.

Note: Exceeding this limitation may
significantly reduce the performance of
your towing vehicle. Selecting a trailer
with a low aerodynamic drag and
rounded front design helps optimize
performance and fuel economy.
Note: For high altitude operation,
reduce the gross combined weight by
2% per 1,000 ft (300 m) starting at the
1,000 ft (300 m) elevation point.
Note: Certain states require electric
trailer brakes for trailers over a specified
weight. Be sure to check state
regulations for this specified weight. The
maximum trailer weights listed may be
limited to this specified weight, as the
vehicle’s electrical system may not
include the wiring connector needed to
activate electric trailer brakes.

Your vehicle may tow a trailer provided
the maximum trailer weight is less than
or equal to the maximum trailer weight
listed for your vehicle configuration on
the following chart.

To calculate the maximum loaded trailer
weight for your vehicle:
1. Start with the gross combined weight

rating for your vehicle model and
axle ratio. See the following chart.

2. Subtract all of the following that

apply to your vehicle:
•

Vehicle curb weight.

•

Hitch hardware weight, such as a
draw bar, ball, locks or weight
distributing.

•

Driver weight.

•

Passenger weight.

•

Payload, cargo and luggage
weight.

•

Aftermarket equipment weight.

3. This equals the maximum loaded

trailer weight for this combination.

Note: The trailer tongue load figures
into the payload for your vehicle.
Reduce the total payload by the final
trailer tongue weight.

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Consult an authorized dealer to
determine the maximum trailer weight

allowed for your vehicle if you are not
sure.

Maximum Trailer Weight

Maximum GCWR

Towing Package

Vehicle Type

6,200 lb (2,812 kg)

12,500 lb (5,670 kg)

Standard

Short Wheel Base 4x2

6,200 lb (2,812 kg)

12,700 lb (5,761 kg)

Short Wheel Base 4x4

6,600 lb (2,994 kg)

13,100 lb (5,942 kg)

Long Wheel Base 4x2

6,600 lb (2,994 kg)

13,300 lb (6,033 kg)

Long Wheel Base 4x4

8,500 lb (3,855 kg)

15,300 lb (6,940 kg)

Optional Heavy Duty with

50% Load Distributing

(FALR)

Short Wheel Base 4x2

8,300 lb (3,765 kg)

15,300 lb (6,940 kg)

Short Wheel Base 4x4

8,400 lb (3,810 kg)

15,500 lb (7,031 kg)

Long Wheel Base 4x2

8,200 lb (3,719 kg)

15,500 lb (7,031 kg)

Long Wheel Base 4x4

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