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Towing with 2016 Explorer Platinum with tow package

mermal

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2016 Ford Explorer plat
I have a recently purchased 2016 Ford Explorer Platinum 4WD/AWD with a tow package. I would like to tow my camper but its dry weight is 4200#. I have questions and need help, please. I will not be doing any work myself as I don't know anything about vehicles.

1) Can my explorer tow this weight? I'm thinking GVWR will be about 5200# after loaded.
2) It has a factory hitch and from what I can discern it is a Class III hitch. Do I need a weight distribution hitch? I plan on getting sway bars to go on it also.
3) I was told to add weight distribution shocks? If I add those, will it make it easier/able to tow this camper?
4) Any advise is greatly appreciated!
 






Welcome to the Forum. :wave:
Have you checked out your Owner's Manual? If not, start on page 231 Load-Carrying and through to 243 of the 3rd printing.
Yes, for that weight you will need a weight-distribution hitch (WDH) as indicated. Haven't heard about those shocks on this forum.

Peter
 












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