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Towing a trailer – Acura 2002 MDX - Owner's Manual User Manual

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Too much tongue load reduces front-
tire traction and steering control.
Too little tongue load can make the
trailer unstable and cause it to sway.

The GCWR must be reduced 2
percent for every 1,000 feet (

305

meters) of elevation.

The maximum allowable weight of
the vehicle, all occupants, all cargo
and the tongue load is 5690 lbs (2580
kg).

The maximum allowable weights on
the vehicle axles are 2865 lbs (1300
kg) on the front axle, and 2920 lbs
(1325 kg) on the rear axle.

The maximum allowable weight of
the fully loaded vehicle and trailer is
9700 lbs (4410 kg) with the proper
hitch and fluid coolers (See page

for information about fluid

coolers.)

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Towing a Trailer

Driving

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR):

Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR):

Gross Combined Weight Rating
(GCWR):

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