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Pickups/Chassis Cabs 3-5 Slide-In Campers 6 Van Conversions/ 7 Class B Van Campers Sport Utility Vehicles/Edge 8-9 Class A Motorhome Chassis 10 Class C Motorhome Chassis 11 “Four -Wheel-Down” Towing 12 T railer Classes and 13 RV Trailer T ypes Maximum Trailer Weights and 14 T owing Equipment/Packages Required/Recommended 15 T railer T owing E[...]

Metric Conversion – T o obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45. • Three Powerful Engine Choices: – 4.2L V6 with 202 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque – 4.6L T riton ® V8 with 248 hp and 294 lb-ft of torque – 5.4L T riton ® V8 with 300 hp and 365 lb-ft of torque • Fully boxed frame with welded through-rail cross members for s[...]

4 F - 2 5 0 , F - 3 5 0 & F - 4 5 0 Super Duty ® Pickups Built Ford T ough Hitch Receiver Every Super Duty comes with a BUIL T FORD TOUGH ® HITCH RECEIVER** matched to each truck’ s capabilities. 7-pin and 4-pin connectors are also standard. THE MOST CAP ABLE PICKUPS IN AMERICA Whether you’re pulling or carrying, for the really big jobs[...]

5 This fully integrated system arms you with sophisticated technology to offer you optimum control and effortless towing: Integrated T railer Brake Controller (TBC) and Upfitter Switches • Provides trailer braking proportioned to vehicle braking • Uses braking input, vehicle speed and ABS logic to balance the performance of the truck brakes an[...]

MAXIMUM CARGO WEIGHT WITH SLIDE-IN CAMPER (WITH MINIMUM EQUIPMENT) Note: The following chart lists GVWRs and Maximum Cargo Weights by engine for each approved pickup model: 5.4L V8, 6.8L V10 and 6.4L T urbo Diesel V8. GVWR (Lbs.) Maximum Cargo Weight Rating (Lbs.) Model Wheelbase 5.4L 6.8L 6.4L 5.4L Std./Opt. † 6.8L Std. /Opt . † 6.4L Std./ O[...]

7 E-Series V an Conversions* V an conversions are a popular choice for recreational use – from camping to simply traveling in enhanced comfort and style. Converters offer an extensive selection of styles, designs and luxury furnishings limited only by your imagination to uniquely set your van apart from any others. Ford E-Series vans provide the [...]

8 Wherever Y ou Want T o Go, Ford SUVs Will Lead The Way! Expedition The 2008 Expedition and Expedition EL (extended length) feature bold good looks and seating for up to nine passengers. Expedition tows up to 9,200 pounds when properly equipped. Just like your plans, these SUVs are big and they’re built to encourage an adventurous nature and a[...]

9 Edge The innovative, new Edge is a CUV (Crossover Utility V ehicle) that will appeal to consumers due to its bold look, muscular stance, sporty handling, exceptional flexibility and available all-wheel-drive. Its 3.5L V6 engine delivers 265 horsepower and 250 lb-ft torque. T eamed with a 6-speed automatic transmission, it offers a balanced combin[...]

Metric Conversion – T o obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45; to obtain information in centimeters, multiply inches by 2.54; to obtain information in liters, multiply gallons by 3.8; to obtain information in kilometers, multiply miles by 1.6. # 1 SELLING CLASS A Motorhome Chassis In The RV Industry a/ Class A Motorhome Chassi[...]

The E-350 and E-450 Super Duty Cutaway Chassis continue to be the overwhelming sales leaders for Class C motorhomes. a / Functional features include: # 1 SELLING CLASS C Motorhome Chassis In The RV Industry a/ SERVICE & SUPPORT CLASS A & C MOTORHOME CUSTOMER ASSIST ANCE CENTER This 24-hour , seven-days-a-week hotline was designed to serve b[...]

Metric Conversion – T o obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45; to obtain information in kilometers, multiply miles by 1.6; to obtain information in centimeters, multiply feet by 30.48. Different vehicles have different restrictions and towing procedures. Contact your Ford Dealer for complete details. For safe operation, towed [...]

FOUR TRAILER CLASSES CLASS I – LIGHT -DUTY • 2,000-lb. maximum weight (trailer and cargo combined) • Folding camping trailers and trailers for small boats, motorcycles and snowmobiles • Many Ford vehicles can handle easily • Conventional weight-carrying hitch CLASS II – MEDIUM-DUTY • 2,001-3,500-lb. gross trailer weight • Single-axl[...]

Maximum T railer Weights And T owing Equipment/Packages 0 5000 10000 15000 20000 25000 Maximum trailer weights in pounds for properly equipped Ford vehicles with no cargo F-250/F-350/ F-250/F-350/ F-350/F-450/ F-350/F-450/ Explorer & Explorer & E-Series E-Series F-450 Super F-450 Super F-550 F-550 Escape* Sport T rac Sport T rac Expeditio[...]

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 / Recommended T railer T owing Equipment REQUIRED EQUIPMENT Escape • For T railers Over 1,500 Pounds – 3.0L V6 Engine. Edge • For T railers Over 2,000 Pounds – Class II T rail[...]

Pages 17-25 T railer T owing Selector 16 S el ec t c ol um n wi th tr an sm is s io n, c ab de si gn an d d ri ve sy st e m ( 4x 2 or 4x 4) yo u p re fe r . Re ad do wn c ol um n to fi nd th e t ra il er we ig ht th at c an be to we d w it h e ng in e/ ax le ra ti o c om bi na ti on s li st e d a t l ef t. GC WR co lu mn sh ow s m ax im um a ll o[...]

F-150 PICKUP CONVENTIONAL TOWING (1) Maximum Loaded T railer Weight (Lbs.) – Automatic T ransmission REGULAR CAB SUPERCAB SUPERCREW Axle GCWR 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 Engine Ratio (Lbs.) 126.0" Wb 144.5" Wb 126.0" Wb 144.5" Wb 132.5" Wb 144.5" Wb 163.0" Wb 132.5" Wb 144.5" Wb 163.0" Wb 138.5" [...]

Maximum Loaded T railer Weight (Lbs.) – Automatic T ransmission REGULAR CAB 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 F-450 Axle GCWR SRW SRW DRW DRW SRW SRW DRW DRW SRW SRW DRW DRW DRW DRW Engine Ratio (Lbs.) 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x[...]

Maximum Loaded T railer Weight (Lbs.) – Automatic T ransmission REGULAR CAB 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 F-450 Axle GCWR SRW SRW DRW DRW SRW SRW DRW DRW SRW SRW DRW DRW DRW DRW Engine Ratio (Lbs.) 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 4x2 4x4 [...]

If your vehicle will be registered in California, Maine, Massachusetts, New Y ork or Vermont, check with your Ford Dealer to be sure the desired powertrain/axle ratio is available in your area. 20 Maximum Loaded T railer Weight (Lbs.) – Automatic T ransmission REGULAR CHASSIS CAB SUPER CHASSIS CAB CREW CHASSIS CAB F-350 F-350 F-350 F-350 F-450 [...]

Metric Conversion – T o obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45; to obtain information in centimeters, multiply inches by 2.54. Maximum Loaded T railer Weight (Lbs.) – Automatic T ransmission 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[...]

FORD LCF T o determine Maximum T railer W eight, subtract your vehicle's GVW from the following Maximum GCWRs: Max. GVWR Max. GCWR 15,000 lbs. 22,000 lbs. 16,000 lbs. 22,000 lbs. 17,999 lbs. 26,000 lbs. 19,500 lbs. 26,000 lbs. Max. GVWR Max. GCWR Max. T railer Weight 16,000 lbs. 26,000 lbs. 10,000 lbs. 18,000 lbs. 26,000 lbs. 8,000 lbs. 20,5[...]

Metric Conversion – T o obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45; to obtain information in square meters, multiply square feet by .09; to obtain information in centimeters, multiply inches by 2.54; to obtain information in kilometers, multiply miles by 1.6. Maximum Loaded T railer Weight (Lbs.) – Automatic T ransmission Axle GCWR[...]

Metric Conversion – T o obtain information in kilograms, multiply pounds by .45; to obtain information in square meters, multiply square feet by .09; to obtain information in centimeters, multiply inches by 2.54; to obtain information in kilometers, multiply miles by 1.6. Ford Crossovers and Cars 24 FORD CROSSOVERS VEHICLE LINE T AURUS X EDGE T[...]

E-SERIES V AN/W AGON Maximum Loaded T railer W eight (Lbs.) – Automatic T ransmission V AN WAGON E-350 E-350 E-350 E-350 Axle GCWR E-250 Super Super Duty Super Super Duty Engine Ratio (Lbs.) E-150 E-250 Extended Duty Extended E-150 Duty Extended 4.6L SEFI V8 3.73 11,500 6,000 6,000 5,900 – – – – – 4.10 12,000 6,500 6,500 6,400 – – 6[...]

When you’re getting ready to do some towing with your Ford vehicle, you may find that it doesn’t come equipped with everything you need – or want – to handle your towing task. That’s where Genuine Ford Accessories come in. We offer a selection of items to help prepare your vehicle for towing. Unlike some aftermarket equipment, you can b[...]

After Y ou 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 500 miles). Be sure to have your fully loaded vehicle (including passengers) and trailer weighed so as not to exceed critical weight limits (see page 30[...]

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 Esca[...]

A fifth-wheel hitch is mounted in the pickup bed to put more of the trailer weight directly over the towing vehicle. The receiver centerline 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-[...]

Base Curb + Cargo + Passenger = Gross V ehicle 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 + Loaded T railer = Gross Combination Weight Weight (GCW) GCW must not exceed GCWR (obtain from charts on pages 17-25 or[...]

Things T o Know About Weights 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 loade[...]

T railer towing places extra demands on your driving skills. Here are a few basic tips to help you transport your trailer and its contents safely , comfortably and without abusing the towing vehicle: WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION • For optimum handling and braking, the load must be properly distributed. • Ke ep ce nt er of gr av it y l ow fo r b es t h a[...]