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To safely tow a trailer, you should
observe the load limits, use the
proper equipment, and follow the
guidelines in this section.
Be sure to read the Off-Highway
Driving Guidelines section on page
if you plan to tow off paved
surfaces.
To help ensure a safe drive to a scale,
or if you cannot get to a public scale,
we recommend that you estimate
your total trailer weight and tongue
load as described next.
The maximum
allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all cargo and the tongue
load is 5,787 lbs (2,630 kg).
The best way to confirm that all
loads are within limits is to check
them at a public scale.
The GCWR must be reduced 2
percent for every 1,000 feet (305
meters) of elevation.
See page
for limits for your
towing situation.
Add the weight of your trailer (as
quoted by the manufacturer) with
everything in or on the trailer. Check
the tables on page
that you do
not exceed the limit for your
conditions.
The maximum
allowable weight on the vehicle axles
are 2,882 lbs (1,307 kg) on the front
axle, and 2,992 lbs (1,360 kg) on the
rear axle.
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Estimating Loads
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR)
Load Limits
Gross Axle Weight Ratings
(GAWR)
Total Trailer Weight
To Estimate the Total Trailer Weight
Towing Weight Limits
Driving
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Exceeding any load limit or
improperly loading your vehicle
and trailer can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt
or killed.
Check the loading of your
vehicle and trailer carefully
before starting to drive.
