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OPERATION
Hauling Cargo
Hauling cargo improperly can alter vehicle handling and may cause loss of control or brake instability,
which can result in serious injury or death. Always follow these precautions when hauling cargo:
Never exceed the maximum weight capacity of the vehicle. When determining the weight you are
adding to the vehicle, include the weight of the operator, passenger, accessories, loads in the rack or
box and the load on the trailer tongue. The combined weight of these items must not exceed the
maximum weight capacity.
REDUCE SPEED AND ALLOW GREATER DISTANCES FOR BRAKING WHEN HAULING CARGO.
Always load the cargo box with the load as far forward and as low as possible.
When operating over rough or hilly terrain, reduce speed and cargo to maintain stable driving
conditions.
Always operate the vehicle with extreme care when hauling or towing loads.
Slow down and drive in the lowest gear available.
SECURE ALL LOADS BEFORE OPERATING. Unsecured loads can create unstable operating
conditions, which could result in loss of control of the vehicle.
OPERATE ONLY WITH STABLE AND SAFELY ARRANGED LOADS. When handling off-centered
loads that cannot be centered, securely fasten the load and operate with extra caution. Always attach
the tow load to the hitch point designated for your vehicle.
HEAVY LOADS CAN CAUSE BRAKING AND CONTROL PROBLEMS. Use extreme caution when
applying brakes with a loaded vehicle. Avoid terrain or situations that may require backing downhill.
USE EXTREME CAUTION when operating with loads that extend over the rack sides. Stability and
maneuverability may be adversely affected, causing a rollover.
DO NOT TRAVEL FASTER THAN THE RECOMMENDED SPEEDS. Vehicle should never exceed 10
MPH (16 km/h) while towing a load on a level grass surface. Vehicle speed should never exceed 5
MPH (8 km/h) when towing loads in rough terrain, while cornering, or while ascending or descending a
hill.
The
RANGER
has been designed to carry or tow specific capacities. Always read and under-
stand the load distribution warnings listed on the warning labels. The total load (operator,
passenger, accessories, cargo and weight on hitch) must not exceed the maximum weight
capacity of the vehicle. Never exceed the following capacities.
WARNING!
Driving with passengers in the cargo box
can result in severe injury or death. Never allow
passengers to ride in the cargo box. Passengers must
always ride in the cab with seat belts fastened securely.
Model
Maximum Capacities
(Level Ground)
Cargo Box
RANGER
ETX
RANGER
570/570 EPS
1000 lbs. (454 kg)
500 lbs. (227 kg)
RANGER
CREW 570/570 EPS
1250 lbs. (567 kg)
500 lbs. (227 kg)
WARNING
