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2012 RV & TRAILER TOWING GUIDE

RV & TRAILER TOWING LEADERS YOU CAN TRUST!

CONTENTS

3-5 Pickups/Chassis Cabs

6-8 SUVs/Crossovers

9 Class A Motorhome Chassis

10 Commercial Stripped Chassis

11 Class C Motorhome Chassis

12 Slide-In Campers

13 Van Conversion/ Class B Van Campers

14 “Four-Wheel-Down” Towing

15 Trailer Classes and Types

16 Maximum Trailer Weights and Towing Equipment/Packages

17 Trailer Towing Equipment and Frontal Area Considerations

18-24 Trailer Towing Selector

18 – F-150 Pickup

19 – F-250/F-350/F-450

Super Duty Pickups

20 – F-350/F-450/F-550

Super Duty Chassis Cabs

21 – F-650/F-750 Super Duty,

Class A Motorhome Chassis and Commercial Stripped Chassis

22 – E-Series

23 – Expedition, Navigator, Explorer

and Escape

24 – Crossovers and Cars

25-29 Know Before You Tow

30-31 Custom Accessories

32 Towing Tips

Outstanding Towing Capabilities.

2012 Ford Pickups and Chassis Cabs are the real deal and can pull the heaviest trailers in their classes. In fact, when properly equipped, the Super

Duty

can handle conventional trailers up to 17,500 pounds and 5th-wheel trailers all the way up to 26,600 pounds.

Proven Experience – On The Road.

Ford and Lincoln vehicles are backed by decades of RV and towing experience.

Quality And Reliability.

Ford RV and trailer towing products continue to provide high quality, reliability and high performance.

Excellent Selection.

For every application, from Cars, Crossovers and SUVs to Trucks and Chassis, there’s a model ready and waiting to meet your needs.

The following vehicles are not recommended for trailer towing:

Fiesta, Focus, Mustang Boss 302, Shelby GT500, Fusion, Lincoln MKZ and Transit Connect.

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Best-in- Class

With the widest selection of models, cabs, box configurations and equipment, the 2012 F-150 is the preferred choice for towing and hauling the heaviest loads. F-150’s exciting features, including available integrated trailer brake controller, trailer tow mirrors and rearview camera ensure your truck is a custom fit for your specific needs. All 4WD models now include neutral tow functionality. Customers who tow will also appreciate the capability to track and store information for individual trailers with the Truck Apps function on the LCD productivity screen.

(1) Best-in-class towing an d payload when properly equi pped.

Powertrain Lineup – extensively tested to meet high-durability and

reliability standards – 3.7L 4V DOHC V6 and Flex Fuel Capability delivers 302 hp and

278 lb.-ft. of torque

– 5.0L 4V DOHC V8 and Flex Fuel Capability delivers 360 hp and

380 lb.-ft. of torque – 6.2L 2V SOHC V8 delivers 411 hp and 434 lb.-ft. of torque – 3.5L 4V DOHC V6 EcoBoost – Standard 6-speed automatic transmission with Tow/Haul Mode

All engines include Aggressive Deceleration Fuel Shut-off (ADFSO) to help maximize fuel efficiency.

Metric Conversion – To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by 0.4536.

TOWING

CAPABILITY

11,300 pounds

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delivers 365 hp and 420 lb.-ft. of torque

PAYLOAD

CAPACITY

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3,060 pounds

F-150 FEATURES

• Three cab styles – Regular, SuperCab and SuperCrew

• Fully boxed ladder-style frame, strongest in its class, with

hydroformed high-strength steel welded through-rail cross members for excellent handling control and responsiveness

• Tuned shear-style body mounts help keep road vibration away from the vehicle body for a quiet and comfortable ride

• 4-wheel vented disc brakes with standard 4-wheel

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) and electronic brake force distribution for responsive, confident stops and exceptional control under hard braking

• Deep cargo boxes offering largest capacity in their class,

plus available class-exclusive box side steps and tailgate step for easy access

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CARGO BOX

VOLUME

81.3 cu. ft.

The Tough Get Tougher

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HORSEPOWER

400 hp @ 2800 rpm

TORQUE

800 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

CONVENTIONAL

TOWING

up to 17,500 lb.

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5TH-WHEEL TOWING

up to 24,500 lb.

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Equipped to Perform.

Canada’s most capable pickup includes tested-tough powertrains. Designed, engineered and built by Ford, they deliver great fuel economy plus outstanding horsepower and torque. Superb towing and payload capacities get the job done too.

Choose Your Power – Gas or Turbo Diesel.

6.2L 2-Valve SOHC V8 – 385 hp and 405 lb.-ft. of torque (under 10,000-lb. GVWR)

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• Delivers best-in-class fuel economy

• 15% more fuel efficient when compared to previous-generation gas engine

• Generates 28% more standard HP and 11% more standard torque than its predecessor

• New CNG/LPG Gaseous Engine Prep Package for alternative fuel applications

(F-250/350 only)

6.7L Power Stroke

• Delivers best-in-class fuel economy

• 20% more fuel efficient when compared to previous-generation diesel engine

• Tested for over 16 million cumulative kilometres

(1) 6.7L Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel. (2) Maximum cap acity when properly eq uipped. See your Ford D ealer for specific equip ment requirements a nd

other limitation s. (3) F-350 DRW Regular Cab 4x2. (4) Ba sed on Ford drive-cy cle tests of comparably equippe d 2011 Ford and 2010/2011 competitive m odels. Class is

full-size pickups over 8 ,500 lb. GVWR.

Metric Conversion – To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by 0.4536; to obtain information in kilometres, multiply miles by 1.6093; to obtain information in millimetres, multiply inches by 25.4.

V8 Turbo Diesel – 400 hp and 800 lb.-ft. of torque

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PAYLOAD

up to 7110 lb.

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For more information on any of these Ford trucks, see your Ford Dealer or visit www.ford.ca.

Tow Like the Pros With Ford Technology.

Standard Hill Start Assist

• Helps prevent rolling back on a grade by momentarily maintaining brake pressure until the engine delivers enough torque to move the truck up the hill

• Whether heading up an incline in drive or in

reverse, you’re covered

Standard Trailer Sway Control

• Single-rear-wheel (SRW) models – Trailer Sway Control works with AdvanceTrac (RSC monitor the motions of the truck to detect trailer sway. When sway is detected, the system works to apply selected brakes and/ or reduce engine power to help the driver regain control

• Dual-rear-wheel (DRW) models are not equipped with AdvanceTrac, but operate with a similar yaw motion sensor to detect and control trailer sway and apply brake pressure selectively to the front brakes or reduce engine power to help the driver maintain control

Tow/Haul Mode With Integrated Exhaust Brake

• Automatically increases engine exhaust

back pressure when needed to help slow the vehicle and trailer while in Tow/Haul Mode

• A single touch of the brake pedal in Tow/Haul Mode activates the system to improve control with less wear and tear on the transmission

with Roll Stability Control

) using a yaw motion sensor to

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Power, Quality, Reliability And Capability.

The Super Duty Chassis Cab brings “Built Ford Tough®” attributes and features to take on the most hard-line towing jobs and aggressive payloads. Purpose built Ford powertrains help deliver impressive fuel economy and torque. With a maximum towing capacity of 26,600 lb. for 5th-wheel trailers and 16,000 lb. for conventional trailers, this rig is qualified to conquer even the most challenging jobs.

Proven Ford 6.8L 3V SOHC V10.

• The V10 gas powerplant gets your heavy loads moving with up to 457 lb.-ft. of torque and

362 horsepower on F-450 and F-550

• It’s paired with a TorqShift converter, beefy gear sets and a selectable Tow/Haul Mode

• The optional Gaseous Bi-Fuel Prep Package includes hardened valves and valve seats to

help ready your Super Duty for alternative-fuel upfits

5-speed automatic transmission featuring a massive torque

Gaseous Bi-Fuel Prep Package Now Available for 6.2L Gas Engine on F-350.

Integrated Trailer Brake Controller

• Uses braking input, vehicle speed and ABS

logic to balance the performance of the truck brakes and electric trailer brakes

• User-friendly display in instrument cluster

message centre indicates TBC gain levels and trailer connection status

(5) Rememb er that even advanced technology cann ot

overcome the laws of phy sics. It’s always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to in appropriate

driver input for the conditions. (6) 6.7L Power Stroke (7) Standard on F-350 DRW/F-450; optional on

F-25 0/F-350 SRW. (8) TB C verified to be compatible with elec trically

actuated drum br akes and certain Electric-Over-

Hydraulic brake systems. See your Ford Dealer for details.

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V8 Turbo Diesel.

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output,

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Expedition and Expedition MAX (extended length) tackle the biggest adventures and challenges, with maximum towing capability of up to 9,000 pounds, when properly equipped, and comfortable seating for up to eight passengers. Expedition delivers in grand fashion.

EXPEDITION FEATURES

• 9,000-lb. trailer towing capacity (8,700 lb. for

Expedition MAX)

• Standard front tow hooks and standard Trailer Tow –

Integrated Class IV with 4-pin connector

• Standard Trailer Sway Control works with standard

AdvanceTrac detect trailer sway, then automatically reacts to help maintain control of both the vehicle and the trailer

• Massive cargo space of up to 108.3 cu. ft. on Expedition

and 130.8 cu. ft. on MAX

• Available PowerFold® 3rd-row seat with standard 2nd-row CenterSlide area utility

• Standard 5.4L SOHC V8 generating 310 hp and 365 lb.-ft. of torque, mated to 6-speed automatic transmission

• Standard MyKey with specific parameters to help encourage smart driving habits, such as buckling up and travelling at appropriate speeds

with Roll Stability Control (RSC®)

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feature for improved cargo

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lets you program ignition keys

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Explorer captured the 2011 North American Truck of the Year Award for

good reason. Robust capability, amazing styling, versatility and driverfocused technological innovations help Explorer meet the demands of the SUV lifestyle. With towing of up to 5,000 lb.

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and seating for up to seven

passengers, Explorer takes the meaning of SUV to new heights.

EXPLORER FEATURES

• Standard 3.5L DOHC V6 engine with twin independent variable camshaft

timing (Ti-VCT) delivers 290 hp and 255 lb.-ft. of torque for outstanding performance and a 6-speed SelectShift Automatic

™

• Available new 2.0L I4 EcoBoost torque over a broad rpm range

engine delivers 240 hp and 270 lb.-ft. of

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• Choice of front-wheel-drive or Intelligent 4WD System with Terrain

Management System (TMS)

• Available Class III Trailer Tow Package includes 2" Class III receiver hitch,

engine oil cooler and 4-/7-pin wiring harness

• Trailer Sway Control works with standard AdvanceTrac Control (RSC

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to detect trailer sway, then automatically reacts to help

maintain control of both the vehicle and the trailer

• Available Adaptive Cruise Control and Collision Warning with Brake

Support are smart radar-based technologies

• Available Blind Spot Information System (BLIS

• New optional inflatable rear seatbelts for 2nd-row outboard seating

positions

• Exceptional front head room and 2nd-row head room, along with

excellent 2nd- and 3rd-row leg room

• Available PowerFold

3rd-row 50/50-split bench seat for cargo flexibility

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transmission

with Roll Stability

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) with Cross Traffic Alert

(1) Designed to help in real-world situations, such as making emergency maneuvers

or driving on slippery or uneven surfaces, this system features a vehicle-roll motion sensor in addition to AdvanceTrac’s ABS, traction contro l and yaw control. RSC uses the sensor to directly measure the ve hicle’s roll rate at least 100 times every second, which helps determine when and how the system will apply individual brakes and modif y engine power to help keep all four wheels firmly planted.

(2) Remember that even advanced technology cannot overcome the laws of

physics. It is always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions.

(3) Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and weight distribution.

(4) Class III Trailer Tow Package.

(5) Figures achieved using premium unleaded gasoline.

Metric Conversion – To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by 0.4536; to obtain information in litres, multiply cu. ft. by 28.317; to obtain information in millimetres, multiply inches by 25.4.

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Escape also provides great flexibility with towing capacity up to 3,500 lb. when properly equipped. With fully independent suspension, outstanding clearance and the option of an Intelligent 4WD System, Escape provides serious credentials for the road.

ESCAPE FEATURES

• 67.2 cu. ft. of cargo space behind front

row and 31.4 cu. ft. behind 2nd-row (dimensions vary by model)

• Available Flex Fuel capable Duratec engine runs on gasoline, E85 or any blend of the two. Mated to an efficient 6-speed automatic transmission, it cranks out 240 hp and tows up to 3,500 lb. when properly equipped

• Capable of flat/neutral tow

• Electric power-assisted steering (EPAS)

adapts to changing road conditions and vehicle speed, allowing for more confident steering and handling

• 4-wheel independent suspension helps

maximize agility and control

• Available Voice-activated Navigation

System includes 320-watt premium sound and 10 gigabyte hard drive for music/photo storage

3.0L V6

The incredible Ford Flex delivers three rows of seating for up to seven passengers. Flex will easily tow up to 4,500 lb. when properly equipped.

FLEX FEATURES

• 4,500-lb. towing capability when

equipped with Class III Trailer Tow Package, which includes a class-exclusive Trailer Sway Control

• Standard 3.5L Duratec® V6 engine with 6-speed automatic transmission delivers 262 hp and 248 lb.-ft. of torque

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• Available 3.5L EcoBoost charged, direct-injection engine with 355 hp and 350 lb.-ft. of torque, provides V8 power and V6 fuel economy

• Three rows of innovative seating for

up to seven people, including the most expansive 2nd-row space in the class (large crossover class). Includes standard Safety Canopy System

• Flat-load surface from front to back with

fold-flat front passenger seat

• Fold-flat 2nd-row seat and fold-in-floor

3rd-row seat

V6 twin turbo-

for all three rows

The Edge crossover delivers impressive style and features with outstanding flexibility, capability and performance, and can tow up to 3,500 lb. when properly equipped.

EDGE FEATURES

• Standard 3.5L V6 engine, with twin

independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT), delivers 285 hp and 253 lb.-ft. of torque on regular fuel

• Standard 6-speed SelectShift Automatic

• Available new 2.0L I4 EcoBoost

with 240 hp and 270 lb.-ft. of torque

• Available Class II Trailer Tow Package

includes Trailer Sway Control, which works with standard AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control (RSC provide enhanced towing stability

• Standard Hill Start Assist engages

automatically to reduce rollback on hills

• Available Blind Spot Information

System (BLIS

• Available Adaptive Cruise Control and

Collision Warning with Brake Support are smart radar-based technologies

• MyFord Touch technology makes operating vehicle features seamless and intuitive

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transmission

) with Cross Traffic Alert

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driver connect

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engine

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(1) Figures achieved using pre mium unleaded gasoline.

(2) Designed to help in real-world situations, such as m aking emergency manoeuvres or driving on slippery or uneven surfaces,

this system features a vehicle-roll motion se nsor in addition to AdvanceTrac’s ABS, traction control and yaw control. RSC uses the sensor to directly measure the vehicle’s roll rate at least 100 times every secon d, which helps determine whe n and how the system will apply individual brakes and modify engine power to help keep all four wheels firmly planted.

(3) Remember that even advanced technology cannot overcome the laws of physics. It is always possible to lose control of a

vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions.

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The Lincoln Navigator and NavigatorL

(extended length) deliver impressive performance and uncompromised style, setting them apart as premium full-size luxury SUVs. Equipped to seat up to eight passengers

in style and tow up to 8,700 pounds, Navigator

is completely engaging; whether it’s an evening at the theatre or a weekend camping trip.

NAVIGATOR FEATURES

• Powerful 5.4L 3-valve V8 FFV engine

delivers 310 hp and 365 lb.-ft. of torque on unleaded (87 octane) fuel, includes a 106L fuel tank for maximum distance

between fuel stops (126L on NavigatorL)

• Flex Fuel capability allows operation on

gasoline, E85 or any blend of the two

• Standard Trailer Sway Control works

with standard AdvanceTrac Stability Control (RSC vehicle motion and, if necessary, takes

measures to help bring the Navigator

and the trailer under control

• Tow/Haul Mode with the 6-speed

transmission automatically adjusts transmission response to improve allaround performance while towing

• Navigation System is standard

equipment

(1) Design ed to help in real-world situations, such a s making emergenc y manoeuvres or drivin g on slippery or uneven s urfaces, this

system features a v ehicle-roll motion sensor i n addition to AdvanceTrac’s ABS, traction control and yaw contro l. RSC uses the sensor to dire ctly measure the vehicle’s roll rate at least 100 times eve ry second, which helps dete rmine when and how the sys tem will apply indiv idual brakes and modify e ngine power to help keep all four w heels firmly planted.

(2) Remember that even advanced tec hnology cannot overcome the laws of phy sics. It is always possible to lose control of a veh icle

due to inappro priate driver input for the cond itions.

(3) Fi gures achieved using prem ium unleaded gasoline an d optional 3.5L EcoBoost

(4) AWD standard on MKT with 3.5L EcoBoost

(5) Luxury Large C rossover class vs. 2011 competitors.

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to monitor

with Roll

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V6 engine.

The Lincoln MKT three-row luxury crossover

gives new meaning to the word amazing. Its innovative blend of luxury and technology makes it the perfect vehicle for the discerning

driver. MKT seats up to seven passengers and

can easily tow your favourite recreational vehicle, up to 4,500 pounds, when properly equipped.

MKT FEATURES

• Available 3.5L EcoBoost™ V6 twin-turbocharged,

direct-injection engine provides 355 hp 350 lb.-ft. of torque

• 4,500-lb. towing capacity when equipped with

Class III Trailer Tow Package, which includes Trailer Sway Control

• Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD) instantly in rain, snow or uneven roads

• Standard integrated Blind Spot Mirrors reflect

the image of approaching vehicles as they enter blind spots

• Available Active Park Assist provides virtually

hands-free parallel parking

• Available radar-based Adaptive Cruise Control

maintains one of three driver-selected, safe

preset gaps between MKT and the vehicle in

front of it

• Standard fold-flat 60/40-split bench 2nd-row

seat provides best-in-class

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V6 engine.

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leg room

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reacts

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with

The 2012 Lincoln MKX matches

captivating looks with smart ingenuity, including the revolutionary SYNC with MyLincoln Touch

™

driver connect

technology. A 3.7L V6 engine delivers

305hp and 280 lb.-ft. of torque.

LINCOLN MKX FEATURES

• Standard 3.7L V6 engine with twin

independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT) and 6-speed SelectShift Automatic

• Can tow trailers up to 3,500 lb. with

available Class II Trailer Tow Package

• Trailer Tow Package includes Trailer

Sway Control, which works with Standard AdvanceTrac Stability Control (RSC enhanced towing stability

• Standard Hill Start Assist engages

automatically to reduce rollback on hills

• Available Adaptive Cruise Control and

Collision Warning with Brake Support are smart radar-based technologies

• Available Blind Spot Information

System (BLIS Alert helps detect vehicles in blind spots during normal driving and approaching traffic when reversing out of parking spots

• 68.6 cu. ft. of cargo space behind the

front row

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transmission

with Roll

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) with Cross Traffic

to provide

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Explore New Horizons With a Ford Class A Motorhome Chassis.

CLASS A FEATURES

• Seven wheelbase choices: 158/178/190/208/228/242/252-inch

• Six Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWRs): 16,000/18,000/

20,500/22,000/24,000/26,000 lb.

• 6.8L 3-valve SOHC V10 gas engine (362 hp/457 lb.-ft. of torque)

• 4-wheel disc Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) for

consistent, responsive braking performance

• 19.5-inch wheels and tires

• 22.5-inch aluminum wheels included with 22,000-/24,000-/26,000-lb. GVWR

• Heavy-duty front track bar enhances ride and handling on all models (optional on 16,000-lb. GVWR)

• Three Gross Combination Weight Ratings (GCWRs):

23,000/26,000/30,000 lb. for excellent towing capabilities

(7,000 lb. maximum trailer weight at 16,000-lb. GVWR)

• TorqShift

• 81-inch front tread width contributes to handling and lateral stability (79-inch on 22,000-/24,000-/26,000-lb. GVWR)

• Designed to accommodate wide-body and slide-out type motorhomes

5-speed automatic transmission with Tow/Haul Mode

ADDITIONAL FEATURES INCLUDE

• High-capacity front axle system

• 284L fuel tank

• Large-diameter stabilizer bars, front and rear, for

ride control

• Custom Bilstein absorbers, front and rear, for a smooth, controlled ride

monotube gas-pressurized shock

Metric Conversion – To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by 0.4536; to obtain information in millimetres, multiply inches by 25.4; to obtain information in kilometres, multiply miles by 1.6093.

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Built for Serious Business.

STRIPPED CHASSIS FEATURES

• Three wheelbase choices: 158/178/208-inch

• Three Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWRs):

16,000/19,500/22,000 lb.

• Two Gross Combination Weight Ratings (GCWRs) of 23,000/26,000 lb.

• 6.8L 3-valve SOHC V10 gas engine (362 hp/457 lb.-ft. of torque)

• 4-wheel disc Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) for consistent,

responsive braking performance

• 19.5-inch wheels and tires

• 151L fuel tank capacity

• Heavy-duty Sachs shock absorbers

• TorqShift

• 7-wire trailer wiring harness with relays, blunt cut and labelled

• Low load floor height for ease of cargo loading

• Front and rear stabilizer bars

• Driver’s steering column positioned

for easy ingress and egress

5-speed automatic transmission with Tow/Haul Mode

Metric Conversion – To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by 0.4536; to obtain information in millimetres, multiply inches by 25.4.

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Ford E-Series –

North America’s ClassC Motorhome Chassis.

CLASS C FEATURES

• Three wheelbase choices: 138/158/176-inch

• Up to 14,500-lb. GVWR and 22,000-lb. GCWR

• Powerful 5.4L 2-valve FFV V8 and 6.8L 2-valve SOHC V10

• Available CNG/LPG capable engine

• 157,000-km scheduled tune-up interval

• TorqShift® 5-speed automatic transmission with Tow/Haul Mode

• Out-front engine design provides spacious cab with access to “living

area” and ease of ingress/egress

• Twin-I-Beam independent front suspension (with caster/camber

adjustment), front stabilizer bar and gas-pressurized shock absorbers contribute to a smooth, comfortable ride

• Driver and passenger airbags

• 4-wheel disc Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

• Available Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (TBC)

• Steel ladder-type truck frame with six cross members

• 151L fuel tank (E-350; optional on E-450); 208L fuel tank (E-450;

optional on E-350 with 158-inch wheelbase DRW)

• Van-like driver position with ergonomic instrument panel and controls

(1) Based on 2010 CYTD motorhome registrations. Source: Statistical Surveys, Inc. (2) 22,000-lb. GCWR requires electri cal connector heat shield on all E-450 Cutaways with 6.8L engines. (3) See your Ford Dealer for details. (4) Under normal driving conditions with routine fluid/filter changes. (5) Always wear your safety belt.

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MOTORHOME

Customer Care At Your Service.

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTRE

This 24-hour, seven-day-a-week hotline was designed to serve both motorhome owners and RV dealers. By simply calling 1-800-444-3311, the caller has access to:

• The nearest appropriate service location

• Assistance in scheduling a service appointment

• Service assistance for motorhome customers and RV

dealers in resolving Ford chassis-related concerns

IN-DEALERSHIP SERVICE SUPPORT

• Over 1,900 Ford dealerships in Canada and the U.S.

• Certified service technicians backed by computerized

diagnostics and national technical hotline support

• Verification of available owner satisfaction and recall

information affecting motorhomes

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F-Series Pickup Slide-In Campers

Slide-In Camper Installation

• Consult your camper manufacturer/dealer for

details regarding proper installation of your slide-in camper

• A dimensionally stable block spacer is

recommended between the headboard of the pickup box and the forward edge of the camper floor. Resting the spacer on the pickup box bed helps prevent movement and contact of the fully installed camper with the pickup box headboard or taillight rear pillars

Note: Be sure to measure your slide-in camper before attempting to install it onto the bed of the truck. Some campers may require a platform in the bed of the truck to make sure there is adequate clearance for both the box rails and cab roof of the truck.

Camper Centre-of-Gravity

• All pickups that qualify for slide-in camper bodies

have camper centre-of-gravity included on the Consumer Information Sheet in the glovebox

• Data is calculated for each individual truck, based

on vehicle options

• If vehicle does not qualify for camper use, the

Consumer Information Sheet states that the vehicle is not recommended for camper use and no centre-of-gravity data is shown

F-150 Heavy-Duty Payload Package (Option Code 627)

Increases GVWR to 8,200 pounds

• LT245/75R17E BSW A/T tires (5)

• High-capacity 17" 7-lug steel wheels (XL)

• High-capacity 17" 7-lug aluminum wheels

(XLT/Lariat)

• Heavy-duty shock absorbers

• Upgraded springs, radiator and auxiliary

transmission oil cooler

• 9.75" gear set with 3.73 limited slip axle

Available on XL and XLT Regular Cab and SuperCab models with 8' box or Mid-Box Prep 5.5' box, and XLT and Lariat SuperCrew with 6.5' box. Requires 5.0L V8 or 3.5L V6 EcoBoost Package or Max Trailer Tow Package.

F-250/F-350/F-450 Super Duty® Camper Package (Option Code 471)

• Increased capacity front springs (2 Up [4x2] or 1 Up [4x4] upgrade over springs computerselected based on options ordered. Not included

if maximum springs already selected.)

• Rear stabilizer bar (SRW)

• Rear auxiliary springs (F-250)

• Slide-in camper certification

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gas engine and Trailer Tow

Use the chart below to select the proper

F-SERIES PICKUP/CAMPER COMBINATION:

• Combined weight of vehicle, camper body, occupants and cargo must not exceed Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

• Heavy-Duty Payload Package (Option Code

627) required with F-150

• Camper Package (Option Code 471) required

with F-250/F-350/F-450 Super Duty

• Cargo Weight Rating shown in chart is

maximum allowable, assuming weight of a base vehicle with required camper option content and a 150-lb. passenger at each available seating position

Maximum Cargo Weight With Slide-In Camper

Note: Th e following chart lists GVWRs and Maximum C argo Weights (with minim um equipment) by engin e for

each appr oved pickup mode l: 3.5L V6 EcoBoost

GVWR (Lb.) Maximum Cargo Weight Rating (Lb.)

Model Wheelbase 3.5L 5.0L 6.2L 6.7L

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F-150

4x2 Reg. Ca b 144.5" 8,200 8,200 – – 2,667 2,667 – / – – / – 4x2 Supe rCab 163.0" 8, 200 8,200 – – 1,826 1,831 – / – – / – 4x2 Supe rCrew 156.5” 8,200 8,200 – – 1,746 1,748 – / – – / – 4x4 Reg. Cab 144.5" 8 ,200 8,200 – – 2,398 2,382 – / – – / – 4x4 SuperC ab 163.0" 8,200 8,200 – – 1,539 1, 523 – / – – / – 4x4 SuperC rew 156.5” 8,200 8, 200 – – 1,440 1,455 – / – – / –

F-250 Super Duty

4x2 Reg. Ca b 137.0" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 3,739/ – 3,090/ – 4x2 Supe rCab 141.8" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 2,991/ – 2,322/ – 4x2 Supe rCab 158.0" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 2,892/ – 2,158/ – 4x2 Crew Ca b 156.2" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 2,777/ – 2,120/ – 4x2 Crew Ca b 172.4" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 2,671/ – 1,946/ – 4x4 Reg. Cab 137.0" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 3, 285/ – 2,663/ – 4x4 SuperC ab 141.8" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 2,57 7/ – 1,959/ – 4x4 SuperC ab 158.0" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 2,474/ – 1,741/ – 4x4 Crew Cab 156.2" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 2,388/ – 1,732/ – 4x4 Crew Cab 172.4" – – 10,000 10,000 – – 2, 261/ – 1,526/ –

F-350 Super Du ty

4x2 SRW Reg. Ca b 4x2 SRW Supe rCab 4x2 SRW Supe rCab 4x2 SRW Crew Ca b 4x2 SRW Crew Ca b 4x2 SRW Reg. Ca b 4x2 SRW Supe rCab 4x2 SRW Supe rCab 4x2 SRW Crew Ca b 4x2 SRW Crew Ca b 4x2 DRW Reg. C ab 137.0" – – 13, 300 13,300 – – 6,539/ – 5,890/ – 4x2 DRW Supe rCab 158.0" – – 13,300 13,300 – – 5,6 80/ – 4,937/ – 4x2 DRW Crew C ab 172.4" – – 13,300 13,300 – – 5,452/ – 4,718/ – 4x4 SRW Reg. Cab 4x4 SRW SuperC ab 4x4 SRW SuperC ab 4x4 SRW Crew Cab 4x4 SRW Crew Cab 4x4 SRW Reg. Cab 4x4 SRW SuperC ab 4x4 SRW SuperC ab 4x4 SRW Crew Cab 4x4 SRW Crew Cab 4x4 DRW Reg. Cab 137.0" – – 13,300 13,300 – – 6,096/ – 5,454/ – 4x4 DRW Super Cab 158.0" – – 13,300 13, 300 – – 5,253/ – 4,520/ – 4x4 DRW Crew Cab 172.4" – – 13,300 13,300 – – 5,033/ – 4, 300/ –

F-450 Supe r Duty

4x4 DRW Crew Cab 172.4" – – – 13,300 – – – / – 4 ,297/ –

(1) Requires Heavy-Duty Payload Package option. (2) Requires Camper Package option. (3) 17" tires and wheels. (4) 18" tires and wheels. *10,000 pounds with optional 10,000 GVWR Package.

(2)

(3)

137.0" – – 10,000 10,500* – – 3,671/ – 3,522/ 3,022

(3)

141.8" – – 10,000 10,700* – – 2,923/ – 2,954/2,254

(3)

158.0" – – 10,200* 10,800* – – 3,053/2,853 2,920/2,120

(3)

156. 2" – – 10,200* 10,800* – – 2,938/2,738 2,882/2 ,082

(3)

172.4" – – 10,500* 11,100* – – 3,103/2,603 3,008/1,908

(4)

137.0" – – 10,500* 11,000* – – 4,106/3,671 3,957/3,022

(4)

141.8" – – 10,500* 11,000* – – 3,358/2,923 3,189/2,254

(4)

158.0" – – 10,900* 11,500* – – 3,613/2,853 3,555/ 2,120

(4)

156. 2" – – 10,700* 11,400* – – 3,298/2,738 3,417/2,082

(4)

172.4" – – 11,000* 11,500* – – 3,538/2,603 3, 343/1,908

(3)

137.0" – – 10,400* 10,800* – – 3,628/3,228 3,386/2,58 6

(3)

141.8" – – 10,500* 11,100* – – 3,020/2,520 2,982/1,882

(3)

158.0" – – 10,700* 11, 200* – – 3,136/2,436 2,903/1,703

(3)

156.2" – – 10,600* 11,200* – – 2,950/2,350 2,894/1,694

(3)

172.4" – – 10,800* 11, 200* – – 3,023/ 2,223 2,688/1,488

(4)

137.0" – – 11,100* 11,500* – – 4, 220/3,228 3,978/ 2,586

(4)

141.8" – – 11,100* 11, 500* – – 3,512/2,520 3,274/1,882

(4)

158.0" – – 11,000* 11,500* – – 3, 328/2,436 3,095/ 1,703

(4)

156. 2" – – 11,300* 11,500* – – 3,5 42/2,350 3,086/ 1,694

(4)

172.4" – – 11, 200* 11,500* – – 3,315/ 2,223 2,880/1,488

(2)

• Ratings also assume weight of engine and

standard transmission. Cargo Weight Rating shown must be further reduced by weight of transmission upgrade and any other options. Option weights and centre-of-gravity information are available on the Ford Pickup Truck Consumer Information Sheet

If you intend to pull a trailer in

addition to carrying your camper, see the F-Series Pickup Trailer Towing Selector charts on pages 18-19.

™

, 5.0L V8, 6.2L V8 and 6.7L Power Stroke® Turbo Diesel V8.

3.5L Std. 5.0L Std. 6.2L Std./Opt.† 6.7L Std./Opt.

†

With 10,0 00 GVWR Pac kage.

†

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Ford E-Series Van Conversion

From camping to simply travelling in enhanced comfort and style, E-Series Van conversions hit the mark for recreational use. Converters offer an extensive selection of styles, designs and luxury furnishings to uniquely set your van apart from any others.

Ford E-Series Recreational Vans provide the perfect foundation for the complete range of van conversions. Ford works with a number of Ford Authorized Converters to create conversion vans that meet our exacting standards of quality and customer satisfaction. See your Ford Dealer for complete details on vehicles available from Ford Authorized Van Converters.

Features that make Ford E-Series a very popular choice for people who

want to take their travel experience to the next level include:

• Sturdy body-on-frame construction

• Outstanding towing capabilities – up to 7,500 lb. on properly

equipped E-150

• E-150 and E-250 offer two engine choices, each with 4-speed automatic overdrive transmission:

– 4.6L SOHC V8 with 225 hp

– 5.4L SOHC V8 with 255 hp

• E-350 Super Duty® offers an optional 6.8L SOHC V10 engine with TorqShift

5-speed automatic transmission, including Tow/Haul Mode

(2)

• Standard 4-wheel disc Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

• Exclusive Twin-I-Beam independent front suspension for ruggedness

and smooth ride

• Standard AdvanceTrac

• Tire Pressure Monitoring System – standard on all E-Series

applications

(1) Completed by authorized converters. (2) Flex Fuel capable.

with Roll Stability Control (RSC®)

(1)

Class B Van Campers

E-Series Recreational Vans provide an excellent base unit for Class B campers. Converters make major modifications, including sleeping, kitchen and bathroom facilities, as well as 110-volt electrical hookup, fresh water storage and/or city water hookup. These custom conversions typically include a high roof that can provide greater comfort by allowing occupants to stand up inside. If a Class B van camper matches your recreational needs, make sure it starts out as a Ford E-Series Van.

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Towing a Vehicle

Behind Your Motorhome With All Four Wheels Down

Many motorhome owners prefer the practicality of having another vehicle along when they travel. In fact, towing another vehicle behind the motorhome has become more and more popular in recent years. Furthermore, many of those who want to tow another vehicle prefer one that can be easily towed without a dolly or trailer. The car and truck models shown in the chart at right can be towed with all four wheels down. For safe operation, towed vehicles (or dollies or trailers carrying them) should be equipped with a separate functional brake system. See page 25 and back cover

for additional brake information.

Note: Some aftermarket camper centres offer kits

that may allow vehicles with automatic transmissions to be flat-towed. Check your new vehicle Warranty

Guide, as this could void the warranty of your vehicle.

Individual vehicles have different restrictions and towing procedures. Contact your Dealer for complete details. For safe operation, towed vehicles (or dollies or trailers carrying them) should be equipped with a separate functional brake system.

FOUR-WHEEL-DOWN AVAILABILITY

Manual Automatic

2012 Cars Transmission Transmission

Fiesta Yes Focus Yes Fusion 2.5L/3.0L (FWD/AWD) Yes

(1)

Yes

(1)

Yes

(1)

Yes Fusion/MKZ Hybrid (FWD) N/A Yes Taurus/MKS (FWD/AWD) N/A Yes

2012 Crossovers

Flex/MKT (FWD/AWD) N/A Yes Edge 2.0L EcoBoost™ (FWD) N/A Yes Edge 3.5L/3.7L/MKX 3.7L (FWD/AWD) N/A Yes

2012 SUVs and Trucks

Escape 2.5L (FWD/4WD) Yes Escape 3.0L (FWD/4WD) N/A Yes Escape Hybrid (FWD/4WD) N/A Yes Explorer 2.0L EcoBoost™ (FWD) N/A Yes Explorer 3.5L (FWD/AWD) N/A Yes F-150 4x4 N/A Yes F-250/F-350/F-450 Super Duty 4x4 N/A Yes

(1) Maximum speed is 112 km/h (70 mph).

(2) Transmission must be in neutral during four-wheel-down towing (ignition must be “ON” before shiing

into neutral, see Owner Guide).

(3) All-wheel-drive/Intelligent 4WD vehicles cannot be towed on a dolly. (4) Maximum speed with automatic transmission is 105 km/h (65 mph). (5) Stop every six (6) hours and run the engine for ﬁve (5) minutes to cool the transmission ﬂuid. (6) Transmission ﬂuid level must be lowered during four-wheel-down towing. (7) Maximum speed with automatic transmission is 120 km/h (75 mph).

(8) Only with manual shi transfer case vehicles, not Electronic Shi-On-the-Fly or 4x2 vehicles.

Transmission in neutral, manual transfer case shied into neutral.

(1)

Yes

(1)(2)

(3)(4)(5)(6)

(7)

(3)(4)(5)

(4)(5)

(3)(4)(5)

(3)(4)(5)(6)

(3)(7)

(4)(5)

(3)(4)(5)

(8)

Metric Conversion – To obtain information in kilograms, multiply

pounds by 0.4536; to obtain information in kilometres, multiply miles by 1.6093.

If your vehicle conﬁguration is not listed in the chart above, then it’s not available for Four-Wheel-Down towing.

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Trailer Classes and Types

CLASS I

LIGHT-DUTY

• 2,000-lb. maximum weight

(trailer and cargo combined)

• Small folding camping trailers

and trailers for small boats, motorcycles and snowmobiles

• Many Ford vehicles can handle easily

• Conventional weight- carrying hitch

(1) Refer to page 17 for required e quipment. (2) Some industry sources refer to trailers over 10,000 pounds as Class V Trailers. Ford Super Duty

CLASS II

MEDIUM-DUTY

• 2,001 to 3,500-lb. gross trailer

weight

• Large folding camping trailers,

single-axle, small- to mediumlength (up to 18 ft.) trailers

• Ford trucks and compact SUVs

can be equipped to tow these

(1)

trailers

• Conventional weight-distributing

hitch not required unless specified for a particular vehicle

FOLDING CAMPING TRAILER

These are relatively inexpensive units providing campers with a comfortable, dry, mobile shelter, plus these added benefits:

• Light weight for easy towing

• Simple conventional weight-carrying hitch is usually sufficient for towing

• Compact, low-profile travelling package

• Easily manoeuvrability – generally 8 to 16 feet long

CLASS III

HEAVY-DUTY

• 3,501 to 5,000-lb. gross trailer

weight

• Dual-axle or large single-axle

travel trailers

• Most properly equipped Ford

trucks and SUVs can tow them

• Conventional weight-distributing

hitch not required unless specified for a particular vehicle

Pickups and Chas sis Cabs can be equipped to handle these trailers.

CLASS IV

EXTRAHEAVY-DUTY

• Over 5,000-lb. gross trailer

weight

• Largest travel and 5th-wheel

trailers made for recreation

(1)

• Most Ford trucks and SUVs can

be equipped to handle trailers in this class

• Most applications require a

conventional weight-distributing or 5th-wheel hitch

(2)

(1)

CONVENTIONAL TRAVEL TRAILER

5TH-WHEEL TRAILER

Generally larger, rigid construction units offering more of the conveniences of home, including such features as kitchen sink, dinette, shower, refrigerator and flush toilet. Additional benefits include:

• Widely varied levels of roominess, comfort and luxury – depending on

the towing capacity of your vehicle and your budget

• Sizes usually range from 12 to 35 feet long

• Normally towed with a conventional weight-distributing hitch,

depending on weight

Provides the same types of accommodations as a conventional travel trailer, but with these unique characteristics:

• The forward raised portion is designed to extend over the box of a pickup truck

• Attaches to the truck via a 5th-wheel hitch mounted in the pickup bed

• Offers the advantages of improved weight distribution and towing

dynamics, since some trailer weight is directly over the towing vehicle

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Maximum trailer weights in pounds for properly equipped vehicles with no cargo

0 5,000 10,000 15,000 20,000 25,000

Super Duty Chassis Cab (5th-Wheel)

Super Duty Pickup (5th-Wheel)

Super Duty Pickup (Conventional)

Super Duty Chassis Cab (Conventional)

F-150 Pickup (Conventional and 5th-Wheel)

E-Series Van/Wagon

Expedition

Lincoln Navigator

Explorer

Flex • Lincoln MKT

Escape • Edge • Lincoln MKX

Escape Hybrid • Mustang • Taurus • Lincoln MKS

5,000

4,500

3,500

1,000

17,500

16,000

11,300

10,000

9,000

8,70 0

26,600

24,500

CUV/SUV/TRUCK STANDARD TOWING EQUIPMENT & TRAILER TOWING PACKAGES

F-350/F-450/

F-550

Super Duty Chassis Cab

(Standard)

(5)

(6)

F-350/F-450/

F-550 Super

Duty Chassis

Cab

(5)

X (Std.) –

(7)

(Std.)

F-450/F-550

Super Duty Chassis Cab

(531)

X X

(7)

and/or powertrain. See your Dealer for specific content information.

trucks that will be used for towing to help ensure easy, proper connection of trailer lights.

Model (Option Code)

7-Wire Harness & 7-Pin Connector

7-Wire Harness & 4-/7-Pin Connector

7-Wire Harness (Blunt Cut) with Relays

Trailer Wiring Harness (4-Pin)

Hitch Receiver (See Chart on Page 27)

Aux. Auto Trans. Oil Cooler

Upgraded Cooling Fans

Radiator Upgrade

Heavy-Duty Flashers

Trailer Brake Wiring/Feed Kit

Upgraded Rear Axle

Increased GCW (6.7L)

Upgraded Rear Bumper

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Electronic Brake Wiring Kit

Electric Brake Controller Tap-In Capability

Trailer Brake Controller

Trailer Sway Control

Engine Oil Cooler (3.5L/3.7L)

(1) Available with 3.0L V6 only. (2) Included with optional rear step

bumpe r (768/769).

(3) Blade-style female connector/bumper

bracket, including relay system for backup/B+/running lights.

Edge/

Flex/

Lincoln

MKX

MKT

Escape

(53G)

(536)

(1)

(52T)

– – – – – – X

Explorer

Expedition/

Lincoln

Navigator

(Std.)

E-Series

Van/

Wagon

(2)

(534)

E-Series

Van/

Wagon

(536)

(3)

F-250/F-350/

F-450 Super

F-150

(Std.)

F-150

(535)

F-150

(53M)

(9)

Duty Pickup

(Standard)

– – – – – – –

– X – X X – – – X X X – – –

– – – – – – – – – – – X – –

X – X – – X – X – – – – – –

X X X X X – X – X X X – – –

– – (Std.) – X

(4)

(Std.) (Std.) – X X X X (Std.) –

X – – – – – – – – – – – – –

X – – X X – – – X X – – – –

– – – – X – – – – – – – – –

– – – – – – – – – – X

– – – – – – – – – – – – – X

– – – – – – – – – X – – – –

– – – – – – – – – – X

– – – – X – – – – – – – – –

– – – – – – X – – – – – – –

– – – – – – – – – X – – – –

X X X (Std.) X – – X (Std.) (Std.) X X

is ordered.

(8)

– X – – – – – – – – – –

(9) Max Trailer Tow Package is available in

Notes: • Content may vary depending on model, trim

3 versions; 60M (Manual Mirror), 60P (Power Mirro r) and 60C (Chrome

™

engine.

Power Mirror).

• Trailer Towing Package recommended for all light

– X

(4) Not included if Trailer Brake Controller

(5) In-cab, no controller. (6) F-350 DRW; F-450. (7) SRW only.

(8) Not included with EcoBoost

(535)

(4)

(Std.)

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It is essential that your vehicle includes any optional equipment needed to best perform its expected towing tasks.

This equipment falls into two categories: Required and Recommended.

REQUIRED Equipment

Includes items that must be installed.* Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty (see your Dealer for a copy) may be voided if you tow without them.

E-Series Vans and Wagons

• For trailers over 5,000 pounds – Class II/III/IV Trailer Tow Package

Edge/Lincoln MKX

• For trailers over 2,000 pounds – Class II Trailer Tow Package

Escape

• For trailers over 1,500 pounds –

3.0L V6 engine

RECOMMENDED Equipment

(where not required)

Includes items that can make towing easier and are strongly recommended for strenuous towing conditions.

A weight-carrying hitch is recommended for all vehicles towing trailers less than 5,000 pounds.

Expedition/Lincoln Navigator

• For trailers over 6,000 pounds – Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package

Explorer

• For trailers over 2,000 pounds – Class III Trailer Tow Package

Flex/Lincoln MKT

• For trailers over 2,000 pounds – Class III Trailer Tow Package

For a listing of all CUV/SUV/truck standard and optional towing equipment, see chart on page 16.

FRONTAL AREA CONSIDERATIONS

Vehicle Line

Mustang 20 sq. ft. All Applications

Taurus/Lincoln MKS 30 sq. ft. All Applications

Edge/Lincoln MKX 30 sq. ft. All Applications

Escape/Escape Hybrid Base Vehicle Frontal Area (24 sq. ft.) 2.5L I4 Engine or 2.5L Hybrid

Flex/Lincoln MKT 25 sq. ft. Without Trailer Tow Package Class III

Explorer Base Vehicle Frontal Area (20 sq. ft.) Without Trailer Tow Package Class III

E-Series 60 sq. ft. All Applications

F-150 Base Vehicle Frontal Area Without Trailer Tow Package or Heavy-Duty Payload Package

Expedition/ Lincoln Navigator

F-250/F-350/F-450/F-550 Super Duty

Frontal Area Limitations/

Considerations With

35 sq. ft. With Trailer Tow Package Class III

40 sq. ft. With Trailer Tow Package Class III

60 sq. ft. With Trailer Tow Package or Max Trailer Tow Package; With Either

Trailer Tow Package or Heavy-Duty Payload Package

Base Vehicle Frontal Area (35 sq. ft.) 5.4L V8 Engine Without Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package

60 sq. ft. 5.4L V8 With Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package

60 sq. ft. All Applications

F-150

• For trailers over 5,000 pounds – Trailer Tow

Package or Max Trailer Tow Package

F-450/F-550 Chassis Cab

• For 35,000-pound GCWR on F-550; 30,000-pound GCWR on F-450 –

High-Capacity Trailer Tow Package

* Check with your Dealer for additional requirements,

restrictions and limited warranty details.

Frontal Area

is the total area in square feet that a moving vehicle and trailer exposes to air resistance. The chart shows the limitations that must be considered in selecting a vehicle/trailer combination. Exceeding these limitations may significantly reduce the performance of your towing vehicle. Selecting a trailer with a lowdrag, rounded front design will help optimize performance and fuel economy.

Metric Conversion – To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by 0.4536; to obtain information in kilometres, multiply miles by

1.6093; to obtain information in square metres, multiply square feet by 0.0929; to obtain information in millimetres, multiply inches by 25.4.

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Select column with transmission, cab design and drive system (4x2 or 4x4) you prefer. Read down column to find the trailer weight that can be towed with engine/axle ratio combinations listed

at left. GCWR column shows maximum

allowable combined weight of vehicle, trailer and cargo (including passengers) for each engine/axle ratio combination. Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight assumes a towing vehicle with any mandatory

options, no cargo, tongue load of 10-15%

(conventional trailer) or king pin weight

of 15-25% (5th-wheel trailer) and driver

only (150 pounds). Weight of additional options, passengers, cargo and hitch must be deducted from this weight. Also check Required and Recommended Equipment on page 17.

CONVENTIONAL

(1)

AND 5th-WHEEL TOWING

Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (Lb.) – Automatic Transmission

REGULAR CAB SUPERCAB SUPERCREW

Axle Engine Ratio (Lb.) 126" Wb 145" Wb 126" Wb 145" Wb 145" Wb 163" Wb 133" Wb 145" Wb 163" Wb 145" Wb 157" Wb 145" Wb 157" Wb

3.7L 4-Valve V6 3.55 10,400 5,500 – – – – – – – – – – – –

10,600 – 5,600 – – – – – – – – – – –

3.73 10,900 6,000 – 5,700 – – – – – – – – – – 11,100 – 6,100 – 5,900 5,800 – – 5,500 – 5,700 – – –

5.0L 4-Valve V8 3.31 12,900 7,900 – – – – – – – – – – – –

13,500 – 8,400 – – 8,100 7,900 – – – 8,000 7,900 – –

3.55 12,900 – – 7,600 – – – – – – – – – – 13,300 8,300 – – – – – – – – – – – – 13,500 – – – 8,100 – – – 7,800 7,600 8,000 7,900 7,700 7,500 14,900 – 9,800 – – 9,500 9,300 – – – – – – –

3.73 13,300 – – 8,000 – – – – – – – – – – 14,900 – – – – – – – – – 9,400 9,300 – – 15,100 – – – 9,700 – – – 9,400 9,200 – – 9,300 9,100 15,300

3.5L GTDI V6 3.15 14,000 – 8,800 – – 8,600 8,400 – – – 8,500 8,400 – –

3.31 14,000 – – – 8,500 – – – 8,300 8,200 – – 8,100 8,000

3.55 15,000 – 9,800 – – – – – – – – – – – 15,200 – – – 9,700 9,800 9,600 – – – – – – – 15,300 – – – – – – – – – 9,800 9,700 – – 15,400 – – – – – – – 9,700 9,600 – – – – 15,500 – – – – – – – – – – – 9,600 9,500

3.73 15,200 – – – 9,700 – – – – – – – – – 15,400 – – – – – – – 9,700 9,600 – – – – 15,500 – – – – – – – – – – – 9,600 9,500 16,600 16,900 17,000

11,000

4.10 17,100

6.2L 2-Valve V8 3.73 13,500

17,100

4.10 12,500 14,700

(1) Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch. See page 27 for additional information. (2) Requires Heavy-Duty Payload Package. (3) Requires Max Trailer Towing Package. (4) Ford Harley-Davidson™. (5) Ford Raptor. While the pickup box w ill accept a 5th-wheel hitch, current 5th -wheel trailer designs are not compatible with this model. (6) Conventional weight rating, 11,000-lb. 5th-wheel weight rating.

Notes: • Do not exceed trailer weight of 5,000 lb. w hen towing with bum per only.

• Trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight should be 10-15% (15-25% for 5th-wheel towing) of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option

weight) will accommodate trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue (trailer

king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle

Safety Compliance Certification Label.

GCWR 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4

(2)

– 10,000 – 9,700 – 9,600 – – 9,300 – 9,500 – 9,200

(2)

– 11,300 – – – – – – – – – – –

(3)

– – – – 11,300 – – – – 11,300 – – –

(3)

– – – – – – – – – – 11,300 – –

(2)

17,100 – – – 11,300

(3)

– – – – – – – 11,300

(4)

– – – – – – – – – 7,500 – 7,300 –

(3)

– – – – – – – – – 11,300 11,200 11,100 10,900

(5)

– – – – – – 6,000 – – – – – –

(5)

– – – – – – – – – – – 8,000 –

Metric Conversion – To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by 0.4536; to obtain information in millimetres, multiply inches by 25.4.

– 11,300

(2)(3)

– 11,300

(3)

11,100

(3)

11,100

(2)(3)(6)

– 11,300

(2)(3)(6)

– – 11,200

(2)

11,200

11,100

(3)

11,100

(3)

(2)

(3)

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CONVENTIONAL TOWING

(1)

Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (Lb.) – Automatic Transmission

REGULAR SUPERCAB CREW CAB

F-250/F-350 F-250/F-350 F-350 F-350 F-250/F-350 F-250 F-350 F-350 F-350 F-250/F-350 F-250 F-350 F-350 F-350 F-450

Axle

GCWR SRW SRW DRW DRW SRW SRW SRW DRW DRW SRW SRW SRW DRW DRW DRW

Engine Ratio (Lb.) 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x4

6.2L SOHC V8 FFV

4.30 22,000 12,500 12,500 – – 12,500 12,500 12,500 – – 12,500 12,500 12,500 – – – 22,500 – – 15,000 15,000 – – – 15,000 15,000 – – – 15,000 14,900 –

6.7L V8 Turbo Diesel

3.73 30,000 – – 15,000 15,000 – – – 15,000 15,000 – – – 17,500 17,500 –

4.30 33,000 – – – – – – – – – – – – – – 17,500

3.73 19,000 12,500 12,500/12,400 – – 12,500 12,200 12,100 – – 12,400 12,000 12,000 – – –

19,500 – – 12,900 12,500 – – – 12,500 12,100 – – – 12,300 11,900 –

3.31 23,500 12,500 12,500 – – 14,000 14,000 14,000 – – 14,000 14,000 14,000 – – –

3.55 23,500 12,500 12,500 – – 14,000 14,000 14,000 – – 14,000 14,000 14,000 – – –

5th-WHEEL TOWING

6.2L SOHC V8 FFV

4.30 22,000 15,800/15,700 15,300 – – 15,500/15,400 15,100 15,000 – – 15,300/15,200 14,900 14,900 – – – 22,500 – – 15,800 15,400 – – – 15,400 15,000 – – – 15,200 14,700 –

6.7L V8 Turbo Diesel

3.73 30,000 – – 22,700 22,200 – – – 22,100 21,700 – – – 21,900 21,500

4.30 33,000 – – – – – – – – – – – – – – 24,500

(1) Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch. See page 27 for additional information. (2) 21,900 lb. with Pickup Box Delete option (66D).

Notes: • This information also applies to models with Pickup Box Delete option (66D).

3.73 19,000 12,800/12,700 12,300 – – 12,500/12,400 12,100 12,000 – – 12,300/12,200 11,900 11,900 – – –

19,500 – – 12,800 12,400 – – – 12,400 12,000 – – – 12,200 11,700 –

3.31 23,500 16,700/16,600 16,200/16,100 – – 16,300/16,300 16,000 15,900 – – 16,100 15,200 15,700 – – –

3.55 23,500 16,700/16,600 16,200/16,100 – – 16,300/16,300 16,000 15,900 – – 16,100 15,200 15,700 – – –

• Trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight should be 10-15% (15-25% for 5th-wheel towing) of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce

by option weight) will accommodate trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer

tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo must not cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be

found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.

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Tailgate Clearance Considerations When Towing a 5th-Wheel or Gooseneck Trailer

Model

F-150 F-250 F-350 SRW F-350 DRW F-450 DRW

Max. Tailgate Ht.* 56-60 inches 56-57 inches 59-60 inches 56-57 inches 56-57 inches

Metric Conversion – To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by 0.4536; to obtain information in millimetres, multiply inches by 25.4.

Note: Vehicles with other configurations may have varying

tailgate heights.

*Distance from ground to top of closed tailgate.

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Trailer weights shown assume 1,000 lb. second-unit body weight. Be sure combined weight of vehicle and trailer does not exceed listed GCWR.

Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (Lb.) – Automatic Transmission

REGULAR CHASSIS CAB SUPER CHASSIS CAB CREW CHASSIS CAB

F-350 F-350 F-350 F-350 F-450 F-450 F-550 F-550 F-350 F-350 F-350 F-350 F-450 F-450 F-550 F-550 F-350 F-350 F-350 F-350 F-450 F-450 F-550 F-550

Axle GCWR 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 Engine Ratio (Lb.) SRW SRW DRW DRW DRW DRW DRW DRW SRW SRW DRW DRW DRW DRW DRW DRW SRW SRW DRW DRW DRW DRW DRW DRW

6.2L

3.73 19,000 12,400 12,000 – – – – – – 12,100 11,600 – – – – – – 11,800 11,400 – – – – – –

SOHC V8

19,500 – – 13,300 11,900 – – – – – – 12,000 11,500 – – – – – – 11,700 11,300 – – – –

FFV

4.30 22,000 12,500 12,500 – – – – – – 12,500 12,500 – – – – – – 12,500 12,500 – – – – – –

22,500 – – 15,000 14,900 – – – – – – 15,000 14,500 – – – – – – 14,700 14,300 – – – –

6.8L

4.88 26,000 – – – – 16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000 – – – – 16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000 – – – – 16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000

SOHC V10

6.7L V8

3.73 23,500 12,500 12,500 – – – – – – 12,500 12,500 – – – – – – 12,500 12,500 – – – – – –

Turbo

24,500 – – 15,000 15,000 – – – – – – 15,000 15,000 – – – – – – 15,000 15,000 – – – –

Diesel

4.10 24,500 – – 15,000 15,000 – – – – – – 15,000 15,000 – – – – – – 15,000 15,000 – – – –

26,000 – – – – 16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000 – – – – 16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000 – – – – 16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000

4.30 30,000 35,000

4.88 26,000 – – – – – – 16,000 16,000 – – – – – – 16,000 16,000 – – – – – – 16,000 16,000 35,000

(3)

– – – – 16,000 16,000 – – – – – – 16,000 16,000 – – – – – – 16,000 16,000 – –

(3)

– – – – – – 16,000 16,000 – – – – – – 16,000 16,000 – – – – – – 16,000 16,000

(3)

– – – – – – 16,000 16,000 – – – – – – 16,000 16,000 – – – – – – 16,000 16,000

5th-WHEEL TOWING

6.2L

3.73 19,000 12,400 12,000 – – – – – – 12,100 11,600 – – – – – – 11,800 11,400 – – – – – –

SOHC V8

19,500 – – 13,300 11,900 – – – – – – 12,000 11,500 – – – – – – 11,700 11,300 – – – –

FFV

4.30 22,000 15,400 15,000 – – – – – – 15,100 14,600 – – – – – – 14,800 14,300 – – – – – –

22,500 – – 16,300 14,900 – – – – – – 15,000 14,500 – – – – – – 14,700 14,300 – – – –

6.8L

4.88 26,000 – – – – 18,300 18,000 18,300 18,000 – – – – 17,900 17,500 17,900 17,500 – – – – 17,700 17,300 17,700 17,300

SOHC V10

6.7L V8

3.73 23,500 16,200 15,600 – – – – – – 15,600 15,200 – – – – – – 15,300 14,900 – – – – – –

Turbo

24,500 – – 16,600 16,100 – – – – – – 16,200 15,700 – – – – – – 16,000 15,500 – – – –

Diesel

4.10 24,500 – – 16,600 16,100 – – – – – – 16,200 15,700 – – – – – – 16,000 15,500 – – – –

26,000 – – – – 17,600 17,200 17,600 17,200 – – – – 17,100 16,700 17,100 16,700 – – – – 16,900 16,500 16,900 16,500

4.30 30,000 35,000

4.88 26,000 – – – – – – 17,400 17,000 – – – – – – 16,900 16,600 – – – – – – 16,700 16,300 35,000

(1) Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch. See page 27 for additional information. (2) Super Duty Chassis Cab does not offer a conventional hitch receiver as a factory-installed option. (3) Available with High-Capacity Trailer Tow Package only.

Note: Trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight should be 10-15% (15-25% for 5th-wheel towing) of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduce by option

weight) will accommodate trailer tongue (trailer king pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue (trailer king

pin for 5th-wheel towing) load weight and weight of passengers and cargo must not cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on the vehicle Safety

Compliance Certification Label.

(3)

– – – – 21,600 21,200 – – – – – – 21,100 20,700 – – – – – – 20,900 20,500 – –

(3)

– – – – – – 26,600 26,200 – – – – – – 26,100 25,700 – – – – – – 25,900 25,500

(3)

– – – – – – 26,400 26,000 – – – – – – 25,900 25,600 – – – – – – 25,700 25,300

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Ford Chassis – A Solid Foundation.

F-650/F-750 SUPER DUTY® Chassis Cabs

Diesel Engine

Model Max. GVWR Max. GCWR

F-650 Pro Loader (Kick-Up Frame) 20,500-26,000 lb. F-650 (Straight Frame) 20,940-29,000 lb. F-750 25,999-37,000 lb.

* Specific GCWR and Maximum Trailer Weight applicable to a given

F-650/F-750 model depend on many variables and customer performance expectations. See your Ford dealership sales consultant for a Commercial Truck Tools (CTT) performance evaluation for a specific vehicle/trailer configuration.

* * *

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Model Max. GVWR Max. GCWR

F-650 Pro Loader (Kick-Up Frame) 20,780-26,000 lb. 33,000 lb. F-650 (Straight Frame) 20,940-30,000 lb. 33,000 lb.

(1) Late availability.

(1)

SUPER DUTY Class A Motorhome Chassis

Max. GVWR Max. GCWR Max. Trailer Weight

16,000 lb. 23,000 lb. 7,000 lb. 18,000 lb. 23,000 lb. 5,000 lb. 20,500 lb. 26,000 lb. 5,500 lb. 22,000 lb. 26,000 lb. 4,000 lb. 24,000 lb. 30,000 lb. 6,000 lb. 26,000 lb. 30,000 lb. 4,000 lb.

Note: Towing vehicle’s braking system is rated for operation at GVWR –

NOT GCWR. Separate functional brake systems should be used for

safe control of towed vehicles or trailers weighing more than 1,500 lb. when loaded.

Super Duty Class A Motorhome Chassis

SUPER DUTY Commercial Stripped Chassis

Max. GVWR Max. GCWR Max. Trailer Weight

16,000 lb. 23,000 lb. 7,000 lb. 19,500 lb. 26,000 lb. 6,500 lb. 22,000 lb. 26,000 lb. 4,000 lb.

Note: Towing vehicle’s braking system is rated for operation at GVWR –

NOT GCWR. Separate functional brake systems should be used for

safe control of towed vehicles or trailers weighing more than 1,500 lb. when loaded.

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E-SERIES VAN/WAGON

Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (Lb.) – Automatic Transmission VAN WAGON

E-350 E-350 E-350 E-350 E-350 Super Duty Super Duty

Axle GCWR E-150 E-250 Super Super Duty Super Extended Extended Engine Ratio (Lb.) E-150 Extended E-250 Extended Duty Extended E-150 Duty 11-Pass. 14-/15-Pass.

4.6L SOHC V8 3.73 11,500 6,000 5,900 6,000 5,900 – – 5,600 – – –

4.10 12,000 6,500 6,400 6,500 6,400 – – 6,100 – – –

5.4L SOHC V8 3.73 13,000 7,500 7,300 7,400 7,300 7,400 7,200 7,000 6,700 6,500 6,300

4.10 13,000 7,500 7,300 7,400 7,300 7,400 7,200 7,000 6,700 6,500 6,300

6.8L SOHC V10 3.73 15,000 – – – – 9,100 9,000 – 8,500 8,300 8,100

4.10 18,500 – – – – 10,000 10,000 – 10,000 10,000 10,000

(1) Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch. See page 27 for additional information.

Note: Trailer tongue load weight should be 10-15% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload (reduced by option weight)

will accommodate trailer tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue

load weight and weight of passengers and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be

found on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.

(1)

E-SERIES CUTAWAY & STRIPPED CHASSIS

To determine Maximum Trailer Weight, subtract your vehicle’s GVWR from the following GCWRs:

• E-250 Super Duty Cutaway GCWR:

– 4.6L V8/4R75E – 12,000 lb.

• E-350 Super Duty Cutaway GCWRs:

– 5.4L V8/4R75E – 9,600 lb. (SRW) – 5.4L V8/4R75E – 10,050 lb. (DRW) – 5.4L V8/5R110W – 13,000 lb. – 6.8L V10/5R110W – 18,500 lb.

• E-350 Super Duty Extended Cutaway GCWR:

– 5.4L V8/4R75E – 10,600 lb.

• E-450 Super Duty Cutaway GCWRs:

– 5.4L V8/5R110W – 14,050 lb. – 6.8L V10/5R110W – 22,000 lb.

• E-350 Super Duty Stripped Chassis GCWRs:

– 5.4L V8/5R110W – 13,000 lb. – 6.8L V10/5R110W – 18,500 lb.

• E-450 Super Duty Stripped Chassis GCWRs:

– 5.4L V8/5R110W – 14,050 lb. – 6.8L V10/5R110W – 22,000 lb.

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SUVs Got Pull.

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EXPEDITION/NAVIGATOR

(1)

Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (Lb.) –

Automatic Transmission

Axle

GCWR

Engine

5.4L SOHC V8 3.31 15,000 9,000 – – –

(1) Maximum loaded trailer weight requires weight-distributing hitch. See page 27 for additional information.

Note: Trailer tongue load weight should be 10-15% of total loaded trailer weight. Make sure vehicle payload

Ratio

3.73 15,000 9,000 8,700 8,700 8,500

(reduced by option weight) will accommodate trailer tongue load weight and weight of passengers and cargo added to towing vehicle. Addition of trailer tongue load weight and weight of passengers

and cargo cannot cause vehicle weights to exceed rear GAWR or GVWR. These ratings can be found on

the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label.

(Lb.)

EXPEDITION

4x4

EXPEDITION MAX

4x4

NAVIGATOR

4x4

NAVIGATOR L

4x4

EXPLORER

Final Drive GCWR (Lb.) Engine Ratio FWD AWD

3.5L V6 3.16 6,880 – 2,000

3.39 – 7,060 2,000

3.16 9,920 – 5,000*

3.39 – 10,125 5,000*

*Requires optional Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package and weight-distributing hitch.

Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (Lb.) –

Automatic Transmission

ESCAPE/ESCAPE HYBRID

Final Drive GCWR (Lb.) Engine Ratio FWD 4x4

2.5L Hybrid I4 3.04 4,860 5,020 -*

2.5L I4 3.51 5,060 5,200 1,500**

3.0L V6

3.51 7,140 7,300 3,500***

Manual Transmission

2.5L I4 4.13 5,000 – 1,500**

* Escape does not offer factory- or dealer-installed towing equipment for this application. ** Escape does not offer factory-installed towing equipment for this application; only available as Dealer

accessory.

***With Class II Trailer Tow Package.

Notes: • Conventional trailer hitches are not compatible with Escape Hybrid components.

• Certain jurisdictions require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight. Be sure to

check provincial and state regulations for this specified weight. The maximum trailer weights listed above may be limited to this specified weight, as the Escape’s electrical system does not include the wiring connector needed to activate electric trailer brakes.

Metric Conversion – To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by 0.4536; to obtain information in square metres, multiply square feet by 0.0929; to obtain information in millimetres, multiply inches by 25.4; to obtain information in kilometres, multiply miles by 1.6093.

Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (Lb.) –

Automatic Transmission

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CROSSOVERS

Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (Lb.) –

Automatic Transmission

Drive LINCOLN LINCOLN

Engine Configuration EDGE MKX FLEX MKT

2.0L I4 EcoBoostTM FWD 1,500 – – –

3.5L V6 FWD/AWD 3,500 – 4,500 –

3.5L V6 EcoBoost

3.7L V6 FWD/AWD 2,000

(1) Sport model with 22" wheels.

AWD – – 4,500 4,500

(1)

3,500 – 4,500

CARS

CAR LINE MUSTANG

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TA URU S

Towing Class Light-Duty I Light-Duty I Light-Duty I

Max. Gross Trailer Wt. (Lb.) 1,000 1,000 1,000 Max. Tongue Load (Lb.) 100 100 100 Minimum Engine 3.7L V6 3.5L V6 3.7L V6

(1) Mustang Boss 302 and Shelby GT500 not available for trailer towing. (2) Taurus SHO/Lincoln MKS with 3.5L EcoBoost

™

V6 are not rated to tow a trailer.

(2)

MKS

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Before You Buy

If you are selecting a vehicle that will be used for towing, you should determine the approximate weight of the trailer you intend to tow, including the weight of any additional cargo and fluids you will be carrying in the trailer. Also be sure the vehicle has the proper optional equipment (see page

17). Keep in mind that performance

can be severely compromised in hilly terrain when minimum acceptable powertrain combination is selected. Consider purchasing a vehicle with a more powerful engine.

After You Buy

Before heading out on a trip, check

your vehicle’s Owner Guide for break-

in and severe-duty maintenance schedules (do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 800 km). Be sure to have your fullyloaded vehicle (including passengers) and trailer weighed so as not to exceed critical weight limits (see page 28). If any of these limits are exceeded, cargo should be removed from the vehicle and/or trailer until all weights are within the specified limits.

BRAKES

Many jurisdictions require a separate braking system on trailers with a loaded weight of more than 1,500 pounds. For your safety, Ford Motor Company recommends that a separate functional brake system be used on any towed vehicle, including those dolly-towed or towbartowed. There are several basic types of brake

systems designed to activate trailer brakes:

1. Electronically Controlled Brakes usually

provide automatic and manual control of trailer brakes. They require that the tow vehicle be equipped with a controlling device and additional wiring for electrical power. These brakes typically have a control box installed within reach of the driver and can be applied manually or automatically.

2. Electric-Over-Hydraulic (EOH) Trailer Brakes are operated by an electrically

powered pump that pressurizes a hydraulic fluid reservoir built into the trailer’s brake system. Many of the available EOH trailer brake models are compatible with Ford’s factory-installed, dash-integrated Trailer Brake Controller (TBC).

3. Surge Brakes are independent hydraulic brakes activated by a master cylinder at the junction of the hitch and trailer tongue. They are not controlled by the hydraulic fluid in the tow vehicle’s brake system and the tow vehicle’s hydraulic system should never be connected directly to the trailer’s hydraulic system.

Be sure your trailer brakes conform to all applicable provincial regulations. See Towing

Tips on back cover for additional braking information.

TRAILER LAMPS

Make sure the trailer is equipped with lights that conform to all applicable government regulations. The trailer lighting system should not be connected directly to the lighting system of the vehicle. See a local recreational vehicle dealer or rental trailer agency for correct wiring and relays for the trailer and heavy-duty flashers.

SAFETY CHAINS

• Always use safety chains when towing. Safety

chains are used to retain connection between the towing and towed vehicle in the event of separation of the trailer coupling or ball

• Use cross chains under the trailer tongue to

prevent the tongue from contacting the ground if a separation occurs. Allow only enough slack to permit full turning – be sure they do not drag on the pavement

• When using a frame-mounted trailer hitch,

attach the safety chains to the frame-mounted hitch using the recommendations supplied by the hitch manufacturer

• See your vehicle’s Owner Guide for safety chain

attachment information

• For rental trailers, follow rental agency

instructions for hookup of safety chains

TRAILER WIRING HARNESS

• Some vehicles equipped with a factory-

installed Trailer Tow Package include a trailer wiring harness and a wiring kit

• This kit includes one or more jumper harnesses

(to connect to your trailer wiring connector) and installation instructions

Refer to chart on page 16 for standard and optional wiring harness usage.

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Know This Before You Hitch...

It is vital that you use the proper hitch.

Weight-Carrying (NonWeight-Distributing) Hitch

A weight-carrying (non-weight-distributing) hitch is commonly used to tow small- and medium-sized trailers. Choose a proper hitch and ball, and make sure its location is compatible with that of the trailer. Use a good weight-carrying hitch that uniformly distributes the trailer tongue loads through the bumper and frame (through the body with Escape; bumper

hitch not available with Escape, Explorer or Expedition/Navigator). Ford

rear step bumpers and hitch receivers provide weight-carrying capacities as shown in the chart on the following page. (A label affixed to the hitch receiver provides both the weight-carrying and weight-distributing capacities for each receiver.) The vehicle owner is responsible for obtaining the proper hitch ball, ball mounting and other appropriate equipment to tow both the trailer and load that will be towed.

Weight-Distributing Hitch

A weight-distributing hitch is used in conjunction with a hitch platform (receiver) to distribute tongue load to all towing vehicle and trailer wheels. Required for certain Class III and all Class IV applications (see the chart on following page).

• Weight-distributing hitch platforms are welded or bolted to the vehicle

frame. Bolt-on types are recommended, because they can be removed

• A properly installed bolt-on weight-distributing hitch platform will not

weaken the vehicle or underbody as heat of welding might

• Equalizing arms are connected from the hitch to the trailer’s A-frame. They can be adjusted for best towing performance. Lengths of chain are pulled up and tightened to bend spring bars upward, which lifts some of the weight from the rear wheels and transfers weight to the other wheels of the vehicle and trailer

Gooseneck Hitch

A gooseneck hitch attaches in the truck bed using custom or universal rails. This hitch style provides great stability and is suitable for heavier loads, since the weight of the tongue rests directly on the truck bed over the rear

axles. Goosenecks are commonly used for horse and other agricultural trailers. Other features include:

• Tight turning radius

• “Fold down” and “install under bed” models provide unobstructed bed

area for carrying cargo

• Maximum weight capacity of 25,000 – 30,000 lb.

• Attachment rails require no welding (sold separately)

Metric Conversion – To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by 0.4536.

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Factory-Installed Trailer Hitch Receiver Options

Available on the following vehicles:

• Edge/Lincoln MKX: Included with Class II Trailer Tow Package –

Option Code 53G

• Flex/Lincoln MKT: Included with Class III Trailer Tow Package – Option Code 53G

• E s c a p e : Included with Class II Trailer Tow Package – Option Code 536

• Explorer: Included with Class III Trailer Tow Package – Option Code 52T

• E-Series Van/Wagon: Included with Trailer Tow Package – Option Code 536

• Expedition/Lincoln Navigator: Standard

• F-150 Pickup: Included with Trailer Tow Packages – Option Code 535, 60M,

60P and 60C

• F-250/F-350/F-450 Super Duty

– F-250/350 SRW – Standard for 12,500-lb. Maximum Trailer Capacity (N/A with 6.7L diesel with 156", 158" and 172" wheelbases) – F-250/350 SRW with 6.7L diesel engine – Standard for 14,000-lb. Maximum Trailer Capacity (156", 158" and 172" wheelbases only) – F-350 DRW – Standard for 15,000-lb. Maximum Trailer Capacity – F-350 DRW w/6.7L diesel engine – 17,500-lb. Maximum Trailer Capacity (172" wheelbase only) – F-450 – Standard for 17,500-lb. Maximum Trailer Capacity

The vehicle owner is responsible for obtaining the proper hitch ball, ball mounting, weight-distributing equipment (i.e., equalizing arms and snap-up brackets, sway control system) and other appropriate equipment to tow both the trailer and its cargo load.

Note: See chart below for the weight-carrying and weight-distributing capacities

of these hitch receivers. (These capacities also are shown on a label affixed to each receiver.)

Pickups:

A 5th-wheel hitch is mounted in the pickup bed

to put more of the trailer weight directly over the towing vehicle. The receiver centreline of the hitch should be mounted at least two inches forward from the rear axle of the truck chassis. This mounting location will distribute the king pin weight of the trailer for optimum load-carrying and sway-control performance. Care must be taken to maintain nominal clearance from the back of the cab to the front of the trailer during tight cornering or backing maneouvres. Failure to follow this recommendation can adversely affect the towing vehicle’s steering, braking and handling characteristics.

Shorter pickup boxes (e.g. 5.5'/6.5' F-150, 6.75' F-250/F-350) provide less clearance between the cab and 5th-wheel/gooseneck trailer compared to “long box” pickups. When selecting a trailer and tow vehicle, it’s critical that this combination provide clearance between the trailer and tow vehicle for turns up to and including 90 degrees. Failure to follow this recommendation could result in the trailer contacting the cab of the tow vehicle during tight turns that are typical during low-speed parking and turning manoeuvres. This contact could result in damage to the trailer and tow vehicle.

Ford Motor Company offers a factory-installed 5th-wheel hitch prep package option for Super Duty only. Optional 5th-wheel hitch and gooseneck ball are also available. Go to ford.ca and look for Accessories under the Shopping Tools tab for more information.

REAR STEP BUMPER/HITCH RECEIVER WEIGHT CAPACITY

The maximum weight capacities for the weight-distributing hitch receivers shown below may exceed the maximum loaded trailer weight for the vehicle specified. Refer to the Trailer Towing Selector charts on pages 18-24 for Maximum Loaded Trailer Weights for each vehicle.

Weight-Carrying Max. Tongue Weight-Distributing Max. Tongue

Max. Trailer Load Max. Trailer Load Vehicle Capacity (Lb.)

Rear Step Bumper:

E-Series Van/Wagon 5,000 500 – –

Hitch Receiver:

Edge/Lincoln MKX 3,500 350 – –

Escape 3,500 300 – –

Flex/Lincoln MKT 2,000 200 4,500 450

Explorer 2,000 200 5,000 500 E-Series Van/Wagon 5,000 500 10,000 1,000 Expedition 6,000 600 9,200 920

Lincoln Navigator 6,000 600 9,000 900

Expedition EL 6,000 600 8,900 890

Lincoln Navigator L 6,000 600 8,700 870

F-150 5,000 500 11,300 1, 1 30 F-250/F-350 Super Duty SRW 6,000 600 12,500 F-250/F-350 Super Duty SRW w/6.7L engine 8,500 850 14,000 F-350 Super Duty DRW w/6.2L engine 8,500 850 15,000 F-350 Super Duty DRW w/6.7L engine and F-450 Super Duty 8,500 850 17,500

(1) Rear step bumpers and hitch receivers do not include a hitch ball or ball mounting. The vehicle owner is responsible for obtaining the proper hitch ball, ball mounting, weight-

distributing equipment (i.e., equalizing arms and snap-up brackets, sway control system) and other appropriate equipment to tow both the trailer and its cargo load. (2) Not available with 6.7L diesel with 156", 158" and 172" wheelbases. (3) 2.5" receiver. If the provided 2.5" to 2.0" adapter is used, this reduces the Max. Trailer Capacity to 12,500 lb. and the Max. Tongue Load to 1,250 lb. (4) Available only with 156", 158" and 172" wheelbases. (5) Available only with 172" wheelbase.

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(Lb.) Capacity (Lb.)

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(Lb.)

(2)

1,250

(3)(4)

1,400

(3)(5)

1,500

(3)(5)

1,750

(2)

(3)(4)

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Base Curb Weight

is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo or any optional

equipment. Your dealership sales

consultant can give you this number for the vehicle(s) you are considering.

Cargo Weight

includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment (check with your sales consultant). When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of the Cargo Weight.

Payload

is the combined maximum allowable weight of cargo and passengers that the

truck is designed to carry. It is the Gross

Vehicle Weight Rating minus the Base Curb Weight.

Measuring Tongue Load

Base Curb

Weight Weight Weight Weight (GVW)

GVW must not exceed GVWR (obtain from Safety Compliance Certification

Label on the left front door lock facing or the door latch post pillar).

GVW

Weight Weight (GCW)

GCW must not exceed GCWR (obtain from charts on pages 18-24

Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)

is the Base Curb Weight plus actual Cargo Weight plus passengers. It is important to remember

that GVW is not a limit or specification – it is the actual weight that is obtained when the fully

loaded vehicle is driven onto a scale.

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle (including passengers and cargo). This number – along with other weight limits, as well as tire, rim size and inflation pressure data – is shown on the vehicle’s Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the left front door lock facing or the door latch post pillar (see facing page). The GVW must never exceed the GVWR.

Cargo

Passenger

Gross Vehicle

Loaded Trailer = Gross Combination

or your vehicle Owner Guide).

With Commercial Scale

To measure actual tongue load or king pin weight, disconnect the trailer and place only the tongue (king pin) on a scale (at hitch ball or 5th-wheel king pin receiver height). If the tongue load/king pin weight exceeds the upper weight limit, move more of the trailer contents rearward to achieve the recommended tongue load/ king pin weight. If the tongue load or king pin weight is less than the lower limit, shift the load forward.

Gross Axle Weight (GAW)

is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear). To determine Gross Axle Weights for your

vehicle and trailer combination, take your loaded vehicle and trailer to a scale. With the trailer

attached, place the front wheels of the vehicle on the scale to get the front GAW. For rear GAW,

weigh the towing vehicle with trailer attached, but with just the four wheels of the vehicle on the

scale. Subtracting front GAW from that amount gives you rear GAW.

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

is the maximum weight to be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are also shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The total load on each axle must never

exceed its GAWR.

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Gross Combination Weight (GCW)

is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully

loaded trailer. It is the actual weight obtained when the vehicle and trailer are weighed together on a scale.

Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)

is the maximum allowable weight of the towing vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo and passengers – that the vehicle

can handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing vehicle’s brake system is rated for operation at the GVWR – NOT GCWR.

Separate functional brake systems should be used for safe control of towed vehicles and for trailers weighing more than 1,500 lb. when

loaded.) The measured GCW must never exceed the GCWR.

Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight

(as shown in the Trailer Towing Selector charts pages 18-24) is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow,

based on a minimum towing vehicle GVW. It assumes a towing vehicle with any mandatory options, no cargo, tongue load of 10-15% (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15-25% (5th-wheel trailer),

and driver only (150 lb.). F-Series Super Duty

Chassis Cab models also assume a second-unit body weight of 1,000 lb. Weight of additional options, passengers, cargo and hitch must be deducted from this weight.

Tongue Load or 5th-Wheel King Pin Weight

is another critical measurement that must be made before towing. It refers to the amount of the trailer’s weight that presses down on the trailer hitch. Too much tongue load or king pin weight can cause suspension/drivetrain damage, and can press the vehicle down in back causing the front wheels to lift to the point where traction, steering response and braking can be severely decreased. Too little tongue load or king pin weight can reduce rear-wheel traction and cause instability, which may result in tail wagging or jackknifing.

Tongue load or king pin weights must meet the following requirements:*

– For trailers up to 2,000 lb., tongue load not to exceed 200 lb.

– For conventional trailers over 2,000 lb., tongue load 10-15% of

loaded trailer weight.

– For 5th-wheel trailers, king pin weight 15-25% of loaded

trailer weight.

Examples: For a 5,000-lb. conventional trailer, multiply 5,000 by .10

and .15 to obtain a proper tongue load range of 500 to 750 lb. For an 11,500-lb. 5th-wheel trailer, multiplying 11,500 by .15 and .25 yields a king pin weight range of 1,725 to 2,875 lb.

How to Find Your Truck’s Axle Ratio

If you do not know the axle ratio of your vehicle, check its Truck Safety Compliance Certification Label (located on the left front door lock facing or the door latch post pillar). Below the bar code, you will see the word AXLE and a two-digit code. Use this chart to find the axle

ratio that corresponds to that code:

REAR AXLE RATIO CODES

Rear Axle Non-Limited Limited Electronic

Vehicle Ratio Slip Slip Locking

Super Duty

3.31 31 Not Available 3H

3.55 35 Not Available 3J

3.73 37 3L 3E

4.10 41 4N/4W

4.30 43 4L 4M

4.88 48 8L Not Available

F-150

3.15 15 Not Available L5

3.31 27 Not Available L3

3.55 19 Not Available L9

3.73 26 B6 L6

4.10 Not Available Not Available L4

Expedition

3.31 15 Not Available Not Available

3.73 16 H6 Not Available

Lincoln Navigator E-Series

4.10 22/32/52/56/82 B2/C2/E2/E6/F2 Not Available

4.56 83 F3 Not Available

Motorhome Chassis

5.38 53 Not Available Not Available

6.17 61 Not Available Not Available

Commercial Stripped Chassis

5.38 53 Not Available Not Available

(1) Wide rear axle on F-350 Chassis Cab with Ambulance Package.

3.73 16 H6 Not Available

3.73 24/34/A2/A4 B4/C4/D2/D4 Not Available

4.30 43 Not Available Not Available

4.88 48 Not Available Not Available

4.30 43 Not Available Not Available

4.88 48 Not Available Not Available

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Sample Truck Safety Compliance Certification Label

(Refer to actual label on your vehicle)

Front GAWR

GVWR

Rear GAWR

Note: Be sure the addition of tongue load or king pin weight does not

cause the key towing vehicle weight limits (GVWR and rear GAWR) to be exceeded. Remember, GVWR and GAWR are found on the vehicle’s

Safety Compliance Certification Label. If either of these limits is exceeded, you should go with a larger vehicle or a smaller trailer.

* Refer to the chart on page 27 for tongue load recommendations with Ford factory-

installed rear step bumpers and trailer hitch receivers.

Metric Conversion – To obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by 0.4536.

Axle Code

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Accessorize Your Vehicle.

Ford Custom Accessories offer a great selection of items to personalize your vehicle. They provide enhanced function, looks and comfort.

Retractable Stake Pocket Tie-Downs by Bull Accessories

When you’re ready to secure cargo, you need a strong, Ford tough tie-down that stands up for duty and takes a seat when the job is done. Available with Black or Polished Stainless Steel Cover. Set of 2.

Base Part No. 99000A64 Available for: F-150 and Super Duty F-250, F-350 and F-450

Trailer Hitch Ball

Forged, stainless steel construction for maximum strength and corrosion resistance.

Available in three sizes – 1-7/8", 2" and 2-5/16". See your Dealer

for towing limitations.

Base Part No. 19F503 Available for: Vehicles equipped with trailer hitch

Trailer Hitch Drawbars – Square Shank

Can be used in the raised or dropped position to match trailer coupler height. Available in durable black powdercoat. See your Dealer or your vehicle’s

Owner Guide for towing

limitations.

Base Part No. 19A282 Available for: Vehicles with 2" (5cm) receiver for Edge, LincolnMKX, Flex, Expedition/ MAX, LincolnNavigator/L, F-150, SuperDuty and E-Series Vehicles with 1-1/4" (3cm) receiver for Escape, Edge and Lincoln MKX

Trailer Brake Kit

Vehicles must be equipped with Trailer Tow Package or Max Trailer Tow Package (wiring) for kit to be functional.

Base Part No. 19H332 Available for: F-150

Neutral Tow Kit

This handy kit allows you to tow your Explorer or Sport Trac behind your motorhome – with all four wheels on the ground. Available for 2006-2010 Explorer

4.6L V8 or 2007-2010 Sport Trac

4.6L V8, 4WD and an automatic transmission. Dealer installation

recommended. Not available for

AWD vehicles.

Base Part No. 7H332

Splash Guards

Deflect mud, snow and ice away from lower body panels. Contoured design complements vehicle lines and gives excellent protection. Heavy-duty black plastic construction resists cracking.

Base Part No. 16A550 Available for: Explorer and F-150

Carhartt Seat Covers

Genuine Carhartt durability and

quality can now be found in custom-patterned seat covers for F-150 or Super Duty 120 years of Carhartt workwear experience went into these seat covers, so you’ll get the most out of them. They’re constructed of heavy-duty twill fabric, built strong with triple-stitched main seams and specially treated to repel spills. Protect your truck’s interior from sun, dirt and heavy use.

Base Part No. 15600D20 Available for: F-150

Base Part No. 25600D20 Available for: Super Duty F-250, F-350 and F-450

. In fact, over

* Ford Licensed Accessory

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Telescoping Trailer Tow Mirrors

MANUAL: When towing, the mirror telescopes out to help increase your range of vision. When not towing, the mirror slides in for normal range. Mirrors also include a forward folding feature that allows them to be folded against the vehicle for tight spaces. (Black housing.)

POWER: Provides the same features as manual trailer tow mirrors, but the mirror glass features a power adjust. Mirror glass is also electrically heated to minimize snow and ice buildup. The mirror telescoping feature is still manual. (Black and chrome housing cap.)

NOTE: Power trailer tow mirrors are for vehicles equipped with power mirrors only and turn signal/marker light feature is only functional on vehicles equipped with those features.

Base Part No. 17682 Passenger Side Base Part No. 17683 Driver Side Available for: F-150 and Super Duty

Trailer Hitch Wiring Harness – 4-Pin

This 4-pin wiring harness assembly is made to plug into the factory electrical system. The 4-pin design does not allow the use of trailers with electric brakes. Dealer installation recommended.

Not available for Escape Hybrid.

Base Part No. 15A416 Available for: Escape, Edge and Lincoln MKX

Uses a 4-pin trailer tow connector and converter box that interfaces to the vehicle’s rear lighting signals and power source.

Base Part No. 15A416 Available for: Flex

Trailer Hitch Wiring Kit – 4-/7-Pin

The original equipment wiring harness assembly is made to plug into the factory wiring harness at the rear of your vehicle. The 7-pin design allows the use of trailers with electric brakes. Includes bracket for convenient attachment. Available for vehicles with or without rearview camera system option. Dealer installation recommended.

Base Part No. 15A416 Available for: F-150

Trailer Hitch Assemblies

CLASS II: Original equipment hitch bolts directly into existing holes – no drilling or welding required. Rear fascia trim required for installation.

NOTE: Towing capacity could be limited by vehicle powertrain. See your Dealer or your vehicle’s Owner Guide for details. Not available on Escape Hybrid.

Base Part No. 19D520 Available for: Escape (Class I/II), Edge and Lincoln MKX

CLASS III/IV: Hitch bolts directly

into existing holes – no drilling or welding required.

NOTE: Towing capacity could be limited by vehicle powertrain. See your Dealer or your vehicle’s Owner Guide for details.

Base Part No. 19D520 Available for: Edge, Lincoln MKX, Flex, F-150 and E-Series

5th-Wheel/Gooseneck Hitch Prep Package

Required Prep Package for

5th-Wheel and Gooseneck Hitch Kits. Wiring harness not included.

Base Part No. 5F057 Available for: Super Duty F-250, F-350 and F-450

Gooseneck Hitch Kit

This 2-5/16-inch Gooseneck Hitch Ball has a Gross Trailer Weight

Rating of 25,000 lb., plus a pin weight rating of 6,250 lb. The kit also includes two cast-steel safety chain tie-down hooks and a nylon storage bag.

NOTE: This kit is only for use with the 5th-Wheel and Gooseneck Hitch Prep Package. Other restrictions: only compatible with 6.75- and 8-foot beds – cannot be used with drop-in bedliners or bed mats. See your vehicle’s Owner Guide for specific vehicle tow ratings.

Base Part No. 19F503 Available for: Super Duty F-250 and F-350

5th-Wheel Hitch Kit

The 5th-Wheel Hitch Kit has a Gross Trailer Weight Rating

of 25,000 lb. and a pin weight rating of 6,250 lb. Other features include a forged jaw; a highcapacity head support structure; 10° front-to-back pivot and 4° side-to-side pivot for easy hookups; 14-inch to 16.5-inch vertical height adjustment; and an extended-length handle.

NOTE: This kit is only for use with the 5th-Wheel and Gooseneck Hitch Prep Package. Other restrictions: only compatible with 8-foot beds – cannot be used with drop-in bedliners or bed mats. See your vehicle’s Owner Guide for specific vehicle tow ratings.

Base Part No. 19D520 Available for: Super Duty F-250 and F-350

For current information, price and warranty information, please contact your Dealer.

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Towing Tips

Towing a trailer is demanding on your vehicle, your trailer and your personal driving skills. Follow some basic rules and you’ll tow more safely and have a lot more fun.

Weight Distribution

• For optimum handling and braking, the load must

be properly distributed

• Keep centre of gravity low for best handling

• Approximately 60% of the allowable cargo

weight should be in the front half of the trailer

and 40% in the rear (within limits of tongue load

or king pin weight)

• Load should be balanced from side-to-side to

optimize handling and tire wear

• Load must be firmly secured to prevent shifting

during cornering or braking, which could result in a sudden loss of control

Before Starting

• Before setting out on a trip, practice turning,

stopping and backing up your trailer in an area away from heavy traffic

• Know clearance required for trailer roof

• Check equipment (make a checklist)

Backing

• Back up slowly, with someone spotting near the

rear of the trailer to guide you

• Place one hand at bottom of steering wheel and

move it in the direction you want the trailer to go

• Make small steering inputs – slight movement of

steering wheel results in much greater movement in rear of trailer

Turning

When turning, be sure to swing wide enough to allow trailer to avoid curbs and other obstructions.

Braking (Also see page 25)

• Allow considerably more distance for stopping

with trailer attached

• Remember, the braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR, not GCWR

• If your tow vehicle is a F-150, F-Series Super Duty

or E-Series and your trailer has electric brakes, the optional Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (TBC) will help assure smooth, effective trailer braking by automatically proportioning the trailer braking to that of the towing vehicle

• If your trailer starts to sway, apply brake pedal

gradually. The sliding lever on the TBC should be used only for manual activation of trailer brakes when adjusting the gain. Misuse, such as application during trailer sway, could cause instability of trailer and/or tow vehicle

Towing On Hills

• Downshift the transmission to assist braking on

steep downgrades and to increase power (reduce lugging) when climbing hills

• With TorqShift

Mode to automatically eliminate unwanted gear search when going uphill and help control vehicle speed when going downhill

transmission, select Tow/Haul

Parking With A Trailer

Whenever possible, vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. However, if it is necessary, place wheel chocks under the trailer’s wheels,

following the instructions below:

• Apply the foot service brakes and hold

• Have another person place the wheel chocks

under the trailer wheels on the downgrade side

• Once the chocks are in place, release brake pedal, making sure the chocks will hold the vehicle and trailer

• Apply the parking brake

• Shift automatic transmission into Park or manual

transmission into Reverse

• With 4-wheel drive, make sure the transfer case is not in Neutral (if applicable)

Starting Out Parked On A Grade

• Apply the foot service brake and hold

• Start the engine with transmission in Park (automatic) or Neutral (manual)

• Shift the transmission into gear and release the

parking brake

• Release the brake pedal and move the vehicle

uphill to free the chocks

• Apply the brake pedal while another person

retrieves the chocks

Acceleration And Passing

The added weight of the trailer can dramatically decrease the acceleration of the towing vehicle – exercise caution.

• When passing a slower vehicle, be sure to allow

extra distance. Remember, the added length of the trailer must clear the other vehicle before you can pull back in

• Signal and make your pass on level terrain with

plenty of clearance

• If necessary, downshift for improved acceleration

Driving With An Automatic Overdrive Transmission

With certain automatic overdrive transmissions, towing – especially in hilly areas – may cause excessive shifting between overdrive and the next lower gear.

• To eliminate this condition and achieve steadier

performance, overdrive can be locked out (see

vehicle Owner Guide)

• If excessive shifting does not occur, use overdrive

to optimize fuel economy

• Overdrive may also be locked out to obtain engine

braking on downgrades

• When available, select Tow/Haul Mode to

automatically eliminate unwanted gear search and help control vehicle speed when going downhill

Driving With Speed Control

When driving uphill with a heavy load, significant speed drops may occur.

• A 13-22 km/h (8-14 mph) speed drop will

automatically cancel speed control

• Temporarily resume manual control through the vehicle’s accelerator pedal until the terrain levels off

Tire Pressure

• Underinflated tires get hot and may fail, leading

to possible loss of vehicle control

• Overinflated tires may wear unevenly

• Tires should be checked often for conformance to

recommended cold inflation pressures

Spare Tire Use

A conventional full-size spare tire is required for trailer towing (mini spare tires should not be used; always replace the spare tire with the road tire as soon as possible).

On The Road

After about 80 km (50 miles), stop in a protected

location and double-check:

• Trailer hitch attachment

• Lights and electrical connections

• Trailer wheel lug nuts for tightness

• Engine oil – check regularly throughout trip

High Altitude Operation

Gasoline engines lose power by 3-4% per 1,000 ft. elevation. To maintain performance, reduce GVWs and GCWs by 2% per 1,000 ft. elevation.

Powertrain/Frontal Area Considerations

The charts in this Guide show the minimum engine size needed to move the GCW of tow vehicle

and trailer.

• Under certain conditions, however, (e.g., when

the trailer has a large frontal area that adds substantial air drag or when trailering in hilly or mountainous terrain) it is wise to choose a larger engine

• Selecting a trailer with a low-drag, rounded front design will help optimize performance and fuel economy

NOTE: For additional trailering information pertaining to

your vehicle, refer to the vehicle’s Owner Guide.

For the latest RV/Towing information, check out https://canada.fleet.ford.com.

Photography, illustrations and information presented herein were correct when approved for printing. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to discontinue or change at any time the specifications or designs without incurring obligation. Some features shown or described are optional at extra cost. Some options are required in combination with other options. Consult your Dealer for the latest, most complete information on models, features, prices and availability.

Many of the recreational vehicles shown in this brochure are modified or manufactured by companies other than Ford Motor Company. Ford assumes no responsibility for such modifications or manufacturing.

Metric Conversion – To obtain information in metres, multiply feet by 0.3048; to obtain information in kilometres, multiply miles by 1.6093.

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