FORD 2014 Explorer v.3 - Manual (Page 281)

Your vehicle may tow a Class I or III 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.
Engine and trailer
class Maximum GCWR Maximum trailer
weight
Front-wheel drive vehicles
2.0L GTDI, Class I 6880 lb (3120 kg) 2000 lb (907 kg)
3.5L TiVCT, Class I 6940 lb (3147 kg) 2000 lb (907 kg)
3.5L TiVCT, Class III 9980 lb (4526 kg) 5000 lb (2268 kg) *
Four-wheel drive vehicles
3.5L TiVCT, Class I 7110 lb (3224 kg) 2000 lb (907 kg)
3.5L GTDI, Class I 7400 lb (3356 kg) 2000 lb (907 kg)
3.5L TiVCT, Class III 10160 lb (4608 kg) 5000 lb (2268 kg)
3.5L GTDI, Class III 10400 lb (4717 kg) 5000 lb (2268 kg)
* For towing trailers up to 3500 pounds (1588 kilograms), use a
weight-carrying hitch and ball, which uniformly spreads the trailer
tongue loads through your vehicle’s underbody structure. For towing
trailers over 3500 pounds (1588 kilograms), up to the maximum trailer
weight, we recommend you use a weight-distributing hitch to increase
front axle load while towing.
ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
Follow these guidelines for safe towing:
• Do not tow a trailer until you drive your vehicle at least 1000 miles
(1600 kilometers).
• Consult your local motor vehicle laws for towing a trailer.
• See the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper
installation and adjustment specifications.
• Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. See your
scheduled maintenance information.
• If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions the rental agency
gives you.
For load specification terms found on the tire label and Safety
Compliance label and for instructions on calculating your vehicle’s load,
refer to Load limit in the Load Carrying chapter.
Remember to account for the trailer tongue weight as part of your
vehicle load when calculating the total vehicle weight.
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2014 Explorer (exp)
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