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Mitsubishi Outlander (2022 year). Manual in english - page 24

 

 

Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes
with temperature. Because of this, it is im-
portant to select the engine oil viscosity based
on the temperatures at which the vehicle will be
operated before the next oil change. Choosing
an oil viscosity other than that recommended
could cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new Mitsubishi Motors vehicle is
equipped with a high-quality genuine
Mitsubishi Motors oil filter. When replacing,
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use a genuine Mitsubishi Motors oil filter or its
equivalent for the reason described in “Change
ILSAC certification symbol
national Lubricant Standardization and Ap-
intervals”.
API service symbol
proval Committee
(ILSAC) certification and
SAE viscosity standard. These oils have the API
Change intervals
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
certification mark on the front of the container.
The oil and oil filter change intervals for your
RECOMMENDATION
Oils which do not have the specified quality
engine are based on the use of the specified
label should not be used as they could cause
Selecting the correct oil
quality oils and filters. Using an engine oil and
engine damage.
filter other than the specified quality, or
It is essential to choose the correct grade,
exceeding recommended oil and filter change
quality, and viscosity engine oil to ensure
Oil additives
intervals could reduce engine life. Damage to
satisfactory engine life and performance, see
Mitsubishi Motors does not recommend the use
the engine caused by improper maintenance or
“Capacities and recommended fluids/lubri-
of oil additives. The use of an oil additive is not
use of incorrect oil and filter quality and/or
cants” (P.10-2). Mitsubishi Motors recommends
necessary when the proper oil type is used and
viscosity is not covered by the Mitsubishi
the use of an energy conserving oil in order to
maintenance intervals are followed.
Motors new vehicle limited warranty.
improve fuel economy.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or has
Your engine was filled with a high quality
Select only engine oils that meet the American
been previously used should not be used.
engine oil when it was built. You do not have to
Petroleum Institute (API) certification or Inter-
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change the oil before the first recommended
change interval.
CAUTION
Oil and filter change intervals depend upon how
you use your vehicle. Operation under the
The use of any other refrigerant or oil may
cause severe damage to the air conditioning
following conditions may require more frequent
system and may require the replacement of all
oil and filter changes:
air conditioner system components.
. repeated short distance driving at cold
outside temperatures
The refrigerant HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf) in your
. driving in dusty conditions
Mitsubishi Motors vehicle will not harm the
. extensive idling
earth’s ozone layer. Although this refrigerant
. stop and go commuting
does not affect the earth’s atmosphere, certain
(See “Maintenance and schedules” (P.9-1).)
governmental regulations require the recovery
and recycling of any refrigerant during auto-
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
motive air conditioning system service. A
REFRIGERANT AND LUBRI-
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer has the
trained technicians and equipment needed to
CANT RECOMMENDATIONS
recover and recycle your air conditioning
The air conditioning system in your
system refrigerant.
Mitsubishi Motors vehicle must be charged
It is recommended you visit an authorized
with the specified refrigerant and compres-
Mitsubishi Motors dealer when servicing your
sor oil or equivalent. See the air conditioner
air conditioning system.
specification label.
(See
“Air conditioner
specification label” (P.10-13).)
. HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
. A/C system oil ND-OIL12(PAG) or equiva-
lent
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SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE
Model
PR25DD
Type
Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement
4-cylinder, in-line
Bore × Stroke
in (mm)
3.504 × 3.937 (89.0 × 100.0)
Displacement
cu in (cm3)
151.85
(2,488)
Firing order
1-3-4-2
Idle speed
rpm
Ignition timing (B.T.D.
No adjustment is necessary.
degree/rpm
C.)
Spark plug
Standard
DXE22H11C
Spark plug gap (Normal) in (mm)
0.043
(1.1)
Camshaft operation
Timing chain
This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002.
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WHEELS AND TIRES
Road wheel
Type
Size
Offset (Inset) in (mm)
Conventional
18 x 7.5J
1.38
(35)
20 x 8J
1.38
(35)
Spare
-
Tire
Type
Size
Pressure PSI (kPa) [Cold]
Conventional
P235/60R18 102H
35
(240)
P255/45R20 101W
Spare
-
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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS
Overall length
in (mm)
185.4
(4,710)
Overall width
in (mm)
73.3
(1,862)
Overall height
in (mm)
68.8
(1,748)
Front tread
in (mm)
62.7
(1,593)
Rear tread
in (mm)
63.1
(1,602)
Wheelbase
in (mm)
106.5
(2,706)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
lb (kg)
(GVWR)
See the F.M.V.S.S. or C.M.V.S.S.
Gross Axle Weight Rating
certification label on the driver’s
(GAWR)
side center pillar.
Front
lb (kg)
Rear
lb (kg)
Seating capacity
7 persons
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BATTERY
Type
L3-EFB
Battery
Capacity (20HR)
70 Ah
CCA (EN)
720 A
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WHEN TRAVELING OR REGISTERING
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
IN ANOTHER COUNTRY
When planning to travel in another country,
you should first find out if the fuel available is
suitable for your vehicle’s engine.
Using fuel with an octane rating that is too low
may cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles
must be operated with unleaded gasoline.
Therefore, avoid taking your vehicle to areas
where appropriate fuel is not available.
When transferring the registration of your
vehicle to another country, state, province or
district, it may be necessary to modify the
vehicle to meet local laws and regulations.
The laws and regulations for motor vehicle
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emission control and safety standards vary
according to the country, state, province or
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
district; therefore, vehicle specifications may
NUMBER (chassis number)
differ.
NUMBER (VIN) PLATE
The vehicle identification number is located as
When any vehicle is to be taken into another
The vehicle identification number plate is
shown.
country, state, province or district and
attached as shown. This number is the identi-
registered, its modifications, transportation,
fication for your vehicle and is used in the
and registration are the responsibility of the
vehicle registration.
user. Mitsubishi Motors is not responsible for
any inconvenience that may result.
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STI0718
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ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. CERTIFI-
EMISSION CONTROL INFOR-
The number is stamped on the engine as shown.
CATION LABEL
MATION LABEL
The Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety
The emission control information label is
Standards (F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.) certification
attached to the underside of the hood as shown.
label is affixed as shown. This label contains
TIRE AND LOADING INFOR-
valuable vehicle information, such as: Gross
Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR), Gross Axle
MATION PLACARD
Weight Rating (GAWR), month and year of
The tire and loading information pla-
manufacture, Vehicle Identification Number
card is located on the driver’s door sill.
(VIN), etc. Review it carefully.
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STI0494
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Type 2
AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFI-
CATION LABEL
The air conditioner specification label is affixed
to the underside of the hood as shown.
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Type 1
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Air conditioner specification label symbols
Air conditioner specification label symbols:
Symbol Name
Reference
Graphic
Caution
ISO 7000 0434
Air Conditioning System
ISO 2575 D01
(MAC)
MAC System Lubricant Type
SAE J639
(PAG-POE)
ISO 7000
Requires Registered Techni-
SAE J639
cian to Service MAC System
ISO 7000
Flammable Refrigerant
SAE J639
ISO 7000
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VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION
loaded vehicle weight and dividing
ment (whether installed or not).
WARNING
by two.
Vehicle capacity weight: the rated
Vehicle normal load on the tire:
cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb
It is extremely dangerous to
load on an individual tire that is
(68 kg) *times the vehicle’s desig-
ride in a cargo area inside the
determined by distributing to each
nated seating capacity.
vehicle. In a collision, people
axle its share of the curb weight,
Production options weight: the
riding in these areas are more
accessory weight, and normal occu-
combined weight of those installed
likely to be seriously injured or
pant weight and dividing by two.
regular production options weigh-
killed.
Maximum loaded vehicle weight:
ing over 5 lb (2.3 kg) in excess of
Do not allow people to ride in
the sum of -
those standard items which they
any area of your vehicle that is
Curb weight;
replace, not previously considered
not equipped with seats and
Accessory weight;
in curb weight or accessory weight,
seat belts.
Vehicle capacity weight; and
including heavy duty brakes, ride
Production options weight.
Be sure everyone in your ve-
levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
Curb weight: the weight of a motor
hicle is in a seat and using a
battery, and special trim.
vehicle with standard equipment
seat belt properly.
Normal occupant weight: 150 lbs
including the maximum capacity
(68
kg)
*times the number of
of fuel, oil, and coolant.
TERMS
specified occupants (3 in the case
Accessory weight: the combined
It is important to familiarize yourself
of your vehicle)
weight (in excess of those standard
with the following terms before load-
Occupant distribution: Occupant
items which may be replaced) of
ing your vehicle:
distribution within the passenger
automatic transaxle, power steering,
compartment (In your vehicle the
. Vehicle maximum load on the tire:
power brakes, power windows,
distribution is 2 in front, 1 in second
load on an individual tire that is
power seats, radio, and heater, to
row seat)
determined by distributing to each
the extent that these items are
axle its share of the maximum
available as factory- installed equip-
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GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
-
cargo that can be loaded into the
luggage weight.
Examples are shown
curb weight plus the combined
vehicle. If the vehicle is used to tow
in the following illustration.
weight of passengers and cargo.
a trailer, the trailer tongue weight
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
must be included as part of the
ing)
- maximum total combined
cargo load. This information is
weight of the unloaded vehicle,
located on the Tire and Loading
passengers, luggage, hitch, trailer
Information placard.
tongue load and any other optional
. Cargo capacity - permissible weight
equipment. This information is lo-
of cargo, the subtracted weight of
cated on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.
occupants from the load limit.
label.
*: 150 lbs (68 kg) is the weight of one
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
person as defined by U.S.A. and
- maximum weight
(load) limit
Canadian regulations.
specified for the front or rear axle.
VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY
This information is located on the F.
M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. label.
Do not exceed the load limit of your
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight
vehicle shown as
“The combined
Rating)
- The maximum total
weight of occupants and cargo” on
weight rating of the vehicle, pas-
the Tire and Loading Information
sengers, cargo, and trailer.
placard. Do not exceed the number of
Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load
occupants shown as
“Seating Capa-
limit, Total load capacity
- max-
city” on the Tire and Loading Informa-
imum total weight limit specified of
tion placard.
the load (passengers and cargo) for
To get
“the combined weight of
the vehicle. This is the maximum
occupants and cargo”, add the weight
combined weight of occupants and
of all occupants, then add the total
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or XXX kg.
4.
The resulting figure equals the
available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example,
if the XXX amount equals 1,400 lb.
and there will be five
150
lb.
passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and
luggage load capacity is
650 lb.
(1,400 − 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lb)
5.
Determine the combined weight of
luggage and cargo being loaded on
the vehicle. That weight may not
safely exceed the available cargo
and luggage load capacity calcu-
lated in Step 4.
6.
If your vehicle will be towing a
trailer, load from your trailer will be
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transferred to your vehicle. Consult
Steps for determining correct load
placard.
this manual to determine how this
limit
2.
Determine the combined weight of
reduces the available cargo and
1. Locate the statement
“The com-
the driver and passengers that will
luggage load capacity of your
bined
weight of occupants and
be riding in your vehicle.
vehicle.
cargo should never exceed XXX lb
3.
Subtract the combined weight of the
Before driving a loaded vehicle, con-
or XXX kg” on your vehicle’s
driver and passengers from XXX lb
firm that you do not exceed the Gross
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Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the
injury.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
. The child restraint top tether strap may be
damaged by contact with items in the
for your vehicle. (See “Measurement
cargo area. Secure any items in the cargo
of weights” (P.10-19).)
area. Your child could be seriously injured
or killed in a collision if the top tether
Also check tires for proper
inflation
strap is damaged.
pressures. See the Tire
and
Loading
. Do not load your vehicle any heavier than
Information placard.
the GVWR or the maximum front and
rear GAWRs. If you do, parts of your
vehicle can break, tire damage could occur,
or it can change the way your vehicle
handles. This could result in loss of control
and cause personal injury.
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LOADING TIPS
SECURING THE LOAD
. The GVW must not exceed GVWR
There are luggage hooks
located in the
cargo area as shown. The hooks can be used to
or GAWR as specified on the F.M.
secure cargo with ropes or other types of straps.
V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification la-
Do not apply a total load of more than 6.6 lb
bel.
(3 kg) for hook or 44 lb (20 kg) for hook
. Do not load the front and rear axle
to a single hook when securing cargo.
to the GAWR. Doing so will exceed
the GVWR.
WARNING
WARNING
. Properly secure all cargo with ropes or
straps to help prevent it from sliding or
shifting. Do not place cargo higher than
. Properly secure all cargo with
the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or collision,
ropes or straps to help prevent
unsecured cargo could cause personal
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TOWING A TRAILER
it from sliding or shifting. Do
by the vehicle’s warranty.
WARNING
not place cargo higher than the
seatbacks. In a sudden stop or
MEASUREMENT OF
Overloading or improper loading of a trailer
collision, unsecured cargo
WEIGHTS
and its cargo can adversely affect vehicle
handling, braking and performance and may
could cause personal injury.
Secure loose items to prevent weight
lead to accidents.
Do not load your vehicle any
shifts that could affect the balance of
heavier than the GVWR or the
your vehicle. When the vehicle is
maximum front and rear
loaded, drive to a scale and weigh the
CAUTION
GAWRs. If you do, parts of
front and the rear wheels separately to
your vehicle can break, tire
. Do not tow a trailer or haul a heavy load
determine axle loads. Individual axle
for the first
500 miles
(800
km). Your
damage could occur, or it can
loads should not exceed either of the
engine, axle or other parts could be
change the way your vehicle
Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR).
damaged.
handles. This could result in
The total of the axle loads should not
. For the first 500 miles (800 km) that you
loss of control and cause per-
tow a trailer, do not drive over 50 MPH (80
exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
km/h) and do not make starts at full
sonal injury.
ing (GVWR). These ratings are given
throttle. This helps the engine and other
Overloading not only can
on the vehicle certification label. If
parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier
loads.
shorten the life of your vehicle
weight ratings are exceeded, move or
and the tire, but can cause
remove items to bring all weights
Your new vehicle was designed to be used
unsafe vehicle handling and
below the ratings.
primarily to carry passengers and cargo.
longer braking distances. This
Remember that towing a trailer places addi-
may cause a premature tire
tional loads on your vehicle’s engine, drivetrain,
steering, braking and other systems.
failure, which could result in a
serious accident and personal
injury. Failures caused by
overloading are not covered
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outside temperatures on graded roads can affect
MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS
engine performance and cause overheating. The
Maximum trailer loads
transmission high fluid temperature and engine
protection mode, which helps reduce the chance
Never allow the total trailer load to exceed the
of transmission and engine damage, could
value specified in the “Towing load/specifica-
activate and automatically decrease engine
tion”
(P.10-22). The total trailer load equals
power. Vehicle speed may decrease under high
trailer weight plus its cargo weight.
load. Plan your trip carefully to account for
The maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating
trailer and vehicle load, weather and road
(GCWR) should not exceed the value specified
conditions.
in the
following
“Towing Load/Specification”
chart.
WARNING
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Overheating can result in reduced engine
power and vehicle speed. The reduced speed
The GCWR equals the combined weight of the
may be lower than other traffic, which could
towing vehicle (including passengers and cargo)
increase the chance of a collision. Be especially
plus the total trailer load. Towing loads greater
careful when driving. If the vehicle cannot
than these or using improper towing equipment
maintain a safe driving speed, pull to the side
could adversely affect vehicle handling, braking
of the road in a safe area. Allow the engine to
and performance.
cool and return to normal operation. See “If
your vehicle overheats” (P.6-14).
The ability of your vehicle to tow a trailer is not
only related to the maximum trailer loads, but
also the places you plan to tow. Tow weights
appropriate for level highway driving may have
CAUTION
to be reduced on very steep grades or for low
traction situations
(for example, on slippery
Vehicle damage resulting from improper tow-
boat ramps).
ing procedures is not covered by Mitsubishi
Motors warranties.
Temperature conditions can also affect towing.
For example, towing a heavy trailer in high
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required to achieve the rating. Additional
passengers, cargo and/or optional equipment,
such as the trailer hitch, will add weight to the
vehicle and reduce your vehicle’s maximum
towing capacity and trailer tongue load.
The vehicle and trailer need to be weighed to
confirm the vehicle is within the GVWR, Front
GAWR, Rear GAWR, Gross Combined Weight
Rating (GCWR) and Towing capacity.
All vehicle and trailer weights can be measured
using platform type scales commonly found at
truck stops, highway weigh stations, building
supply centers or salvage yards.
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To determine the available payload capacity for
tongue/king pin load, use the following proce-
Tongue load
MAXIMUM GROSS VEHICLE
dure.
When using a
weight
carrying
or
a weight
WEIGHT (GVW)/MAXIMUM
1. Locate the GVWR on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.
distributing hitch, keep the tongue load between
GROSS AXLE WEIGHT (GAW)
V.S.S. certification label.
10 to 15% of the total trailer load or use the
The GVW of the towing vehicle must not
2. Weigh your vehicle on the scale with all of
trailer tongue load specified by the trailer
exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
the passengers and cargo that are normally
manufacturer. The tongue load must be within
(GVWR) shown on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.
in the vehicle when towing a trailer.
the maximum tongue load limits shown in the
certification label. The GVW equals the com-
following “Towing Load/Specification” chart. If
3. Subtract the actual vehicle weight from the
bined weight of the unloaded vehicle, passen-
the tongue load becomes excessive, rearrange
GVWR. The remaining amount is the
gers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and any
cargo to allow for proper tongue load.
available maximum tongue/king pin load.
other optional equipment. In addition, front or
rear GAW must not exceed the Gross Axle
To determine the available towing capacity, use
Weight Rating (GAWR) shown on the F.M.V.S.
the following procedure.
S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label.
1. Find the GCWR for your vehicle on the
“Towing Load/Specification” chart found
Towing capacities are calculated assuming a
later in this section.
base vehicle with driver and any options
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2. Subtract the actual vehicle weight from the
. Maximum Trailer towing capacity from
not exceed the maximum tongue weight speci-
GCWR. The remaining amount is the
“Towing Load/Specification” chart - 9,100
fication shown in the “Towing load/specifica-
available maximum towing capacity.
lb (4,128 kg).
tion” chart even if the calculated available
tongue weight is greater than
15%. If the
To determine the Gross Trailer Weight, weigh
7,250 lb. (3,289
GVWR
calculated tongue weight is less than
10%,
your trailer on a scale with all equipment and
kg)
reduce the total trailer weight to match the
cargo, that are normally in the trailer when it is
− 6,350lb. (2,880 kg)
GVW
available tongue weight.
towed. Make sure the Gross trailer weight is not
more than the Gross Trailer Weight Rating
Available for tongue
Always verify that available capacities are
= 900 lb. (409 kg)
weight
shown on the trailer and is not more than the
within the required ratings.
calculated available maximum towing capacity.
TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICA-
15,100 lb. (6,849
Also weigh the front and rear axles on the scale
GCWR
kg)
TION
to make sure the Front Gross Axle Weight and
Rear Gross Axle Weight are not more than
− 6,350 lb. (2,880 kg)
GVW
Front Gross Axle Weight and Rear Gross Axle
Capacity available for
WARNING
Weight on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certifica-
= 9,123 lb. (4,138 kg)
towing
tion label. The cargo in the trailer and vehicle
The towing capacities provided in this manual
may need to be moved or removed to meet the
Available tongue
are for general reference only. The safe towing
specified ratings.
900 lb. (409 kg) /
capacity of your vehicle is affected by dealer
weight
and factory installed options and passenger
Example:
Available capacity
8,750 lb. (3,969 kg)
and cargo loads. You must weigh the vehicle
. Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) as weighed
= 10 % tongue weight
and trailer as described in this manual to
on a scale - including passengers, cargo and
determine the actual vehicle towing capacity.
hitch - 6,350 lb. (2,880 kg).
The available towing capacity may be less than
Do not exceed the published maximum towing
the maximum towing capacity due to the
capacity, or the GCWR or the GVWR shown
. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR)
passenger and cargo load in the vehicle.
on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label.
from F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification
Doing so can result in an accident causing
label - 7,250 lb. (3,289 kg).
Remember to keep trailer tongue weight
serious personal injury or property damage.
. Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)
between
10 -
15% of the trailer weight or
from “Towing Load/Specification” chart -
within the trailer tongue load specification
15,100 lb. (4,128 kg).
recommended by the trailer manufacturer. If
the tongue load becomes excessive, rearrange
the cargo to obtain the proper tongue load. Do
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Towing load/specification chart
TOWING SAFETY
Axle Type
Front-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Control
Trailer hitch
(FWD)
(AWC)
Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle and
Maximum Towing Capacity*1
2,000 lbs (907 kg)
trailer. Make sure the trailer hitch is securely
Maximum Tongue Load
200 lbs (91 kg)
attached to the vehicle to help avoid personal
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rat-
injury or property damage due to sway caused
6,306 lbs (2,860 kg)
ing
by crosswinds, rough road surfaces or passing
trucks.
1:
The towing capacity values are calculated assuming a base vehicle with driver and one passenger and any
options required to achieve the rating. Additional passengers, cargo and/or optional equipment will add
weight to the vehicle and reduce your vehicle’s maximum towing capacity.
WARNING
Trailer hitch components have specific weight
ratings. Your vehicle may be capable of towing
a trailer heavier than the weight rating of the
hitch components. Never exceed the weight
rating of the hitch components. Doing so can
cause serious personal injury or property
damage.
Hitch ball
Choose a hitch ball of the proper size and
weight rating for your trailer:
. The required hitch ball size is stamped on
most trailer couplers. Most hitch balls also
have the size printed on top of the ball.
. Choose the proper class hitch ball based on
the trailer weight.
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. The diameter of the threaded shank of the
1. Park unloaded vehicle on a level surface.
Weight distribution hitch
hitch ball must be matched to the ball mount
With the ignition switch in the ON position
This type of hitch is also called a
“load-
hole diameter. The hitch ball shank should
and the doors closed, allow the vehicle to
leveling” or “equalizing” hitch. A set of bars
be no more than 1/16″ smaller than the hole
stand for several minutes so that it can level.
attach to the ball mount and to the trailer to
in the ball mount.
distribute the tongue weight (hitch weight) of
2. Measure the height of a reference point on
. The threaded shank of the hitch ball must be
the front and rear bumpers at the center of
your trailer. Many vehicles cannot carry the full
long enough to be properly secured to the
the vehicle.
tongue weight of a given trailer, and need some
ball mount. There should be at least
2
of the tongue weight transferred through the
3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust
threads showing beyond the lock washer
frame and pushing down on the front wheels.
the hitch equalizers so that the front bumper
and nut.
This gives stability to the tow vehicle.
height is within 0 - .5 inches (0 - 13 mm) of
Ball mount
A weight-distributing hitch system (Class IV) is
the reference height measured in step 2. The
recommended if you plan to tow trailers with a
rear bumper should be no higher than the
The hitch ball is attached to the ball mount and
maximum weight over 5,000 lb (2,267 kg).
reference height measured in step 2.
the ball mount is inserted into the hitch receiver.
Check with the trailer and towing equipment
Choose a proper class ball mount based on the
manufacturers to determine if they recommend
trailer weight. Additionally, the ball mount
WARNING
the use of a weight-distributing hitch system.
should be chosen to keep the trailer tongue
level with the ground.
NOTE:
Properly adjust the weight distributing hitch so
the rear of the bumper is no higher than the
A weight-distributing hitch system may
Weight carrying hitches
measured reference height when the trailer is
affect the operation of trailer surge brakes.
A weight carrying or “dead weight” ball mount
attached. If the rear bumper is higher than the
If you are considering use of a weight-
measured reference height when loaded, the
is one that is designed to carry the whole
distributing hitch system with a surge
vehicle may handle unpredictably which could
amount of tongue weight and gross weight
brake-equipped trailer, check with the surge
cause a loss of vehicle control and cause serious
directly on the ball mount and on the receiver.
brake, hitch or trailer manufacturer to
personal injury or property damage.
determine if and how this can be done.
Follow the instructions provided by the manu-
facturer for installing and using the weight-
distributing hitch system.
General set-up instructions are as follows:
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Sway control device
Class IV hitch
should be in accordance with the
Sudden maneuvers, wind gusts and buffeting
Class IV trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball
trailer and tire manufacturers’ spe-
caused by other vehicles can affect trailer
mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers
cifications.
handling. Sway control devices may be used
of a maximum weight of 10,000 lb (4,545 kg).
to help control these affects. If you choose to
A weight distributing hitch should be used to
Safety chains
use one, contact a reputable trailer hitch
tow trailers that weigh over 5,000 lb (2,267 kg).
Always use a suitable chain between your
supplier to make sure the sway control device
Your vehicle may be equipped with Class IV
vehicle and the trailer. The safety chains should
will work with the vehicle, hitch, trailer and the
trailer hitch equipment that has a
10,000 lb
be crossed and should be attached to the hitch,
trailer’s brake system. Follow the instructions
(4,545 kg) maximum weight rating, but your
not to the vehicle bumper or axle. Be sure to
provided by the manufacturer for installing and
vehicle is only capable of towing the maximum
leave enough slack in the chains to permit
using the sway control device.
trailer weights shown in the
“Towing Load/
turning corners.
Specification” chart earlier in this section.
Class I hitch
Trailer lights (if so equipped)
Class I trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball
mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers
CAUTION
CAUTION
of a maximum weight of 2,000 lb (907 kg).
. Do not use axle-mounted hitches.
Class II hitch
When splicing into the vehicle electrical
. Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system,
system, a commercially available power-
Class II trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball
brake system, etc.
type module/converter must be used to
mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers
provide power for all trailer lighting. This
of a maximum weight of 3,500 lb (1,588 kg).
unit uses the vehicle battery as a direct
Tire pressures
power source for all trailer lights while
Class III hitch
. When towing a trailer, inflate the
using the vehicle tail light, stoplight and
Class III trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball
turn signal circuits as a signal source. The
vehicle tires to the recommended
mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers
module/converter must draw no more than
cold tire pressure indicated on the
15 milliamps from the stop and tail lamp
of a maximum weight of 5,000 lb (2,267 kg).
Tire and Loading Information pla-
circuits. Using a module/converter that
exceeds these power requirements may
card.
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
. Trailer tire condition, size, load
See a reputable trailer retailer to obtain
the proper equipment and to have it
rating and proper inflation pressure
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