Ford Aerostar (1997 year). Instruction - page 45

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WARNING
Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR
specified on the Safety Compliance
Certification Label.
Vehicle/Trailer Loads
All vehicles may tow a Class I trailer provided
the Gross Combined Weight (GCW) is less than
or equal to the GVWR shown on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label. For heavier
trailer applications, refer to the towing
information found later in this chapter.
Towing a trailer puts additional loads on your
vehicle’s engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires
and suspension. For your safety and for the
good of your vehicle, use the right equipment
for the type of trailer you tow.
Your trailer towing capability will vary based on
the standard and optional equipment on your
vehicle. Refer to the following
Vehicle
Loading/Towing Information
and the Trailer
Towing Tables to determine the specific towing
capability of your vehicle.
Stay within the load limits when you tow.
Carefully and thoroughly prepare your
vehicle for towing, making sure to use the
right equipment and to attach it properly.
(See
Preparing to Tow
in this chapter.)
Use extra caution when driving your vehicle
while you tow. (See
Driving while you tow
in
this chapter.)
Service your vehicle more frequently if you
tow a trailer. (See
Servicing your vehicle if you
tow
in this chapter.)
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Standard length vehicles adapted for trailer tow
may require relocation of the underbody spare
tire. It is recommended that you secure the tire
under the rear-most seat using the hold-down
hardware located with the jack.
Spare tire stowage (standard length model)
Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been
driven at least 500 miles (800 km).
Vehicle Loading/Towing
Information
Your vehicle’s load capacity is designated by
weight, not volume, so you cannot necessarily
use all available space with large or heavy loads.
Maximum safe vehicle weights as well as tire,
rim sizes and inflation pressures are specified for
your vehicle at the assembly plant on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label. The Certification
Label is located on the left front door lock facing
or the door latch post pillar.
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Trucks, unlike passenger cars, are basically
custom vehicles designed to carry a load. Most
owners start with a base vehicle and add
production and dealer installed and/or
aftermarket components to suit their tastes and
purposes. Even trucks that are purchased for
personal transportation only are likely to have
considerable optional equipment, such as step
bumpers and light bars, for example.
R
WARNING
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
In a collision, people riding in these areas
are more likely to be seriously injured or
killed. Do not allow people to ride in any
area of your vehicle that is not equipped
with seats and safety belts. Be sure
everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a safety belt properly.
R
WARNING
Cargo should always be secured to
prevent it from shifting and causing
damage to the vehicle or harm to
passengers.
Each additional item of equipment affects how
much cargo a vehicle can carry. If a vehicle is
overloaded, performance will suffer and service
concerns may arise.
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The following is a typical example of a Safety
Compliance Certification Label and an
explanation of how this information should be
used:
Safety Compliance Certification Label
Do not use the sample numbers on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label shown. Use the
actual numbers from your vehicle certification
label.
Understanding Loading/Towing
Information
The following terms are used to describe the
ability to carry or tow a load:
Base Curb Weight
Payload
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
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