Ford 2013 Flex Owner's Manual page 264

Powertrain and
towing class
3.5L TiVCT front-wheel
drive, Class I
3.5L TiVCT all-wheel
drive, Class I
3.5L GTDI all-wheel
drive, Class I
3.5L TiVCT front-wheel
drive, Class III
3.5L TiVCT all-wheel
drive, Class III
3.5L GTDI all-wheel
drive, Class III
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For towing trailers up to 3500 pounds (1588 kilograms), use a
weight-carrying hitch and ball, which uniformly spreads the trailer
tongue loads through your vehicle's underbody structure. For towing
trailers over 3500 pounds (1588 kilograms), up to 4500 pounds
(2042 kilograms), we recommend you use a weight-distributing hitch to
increase front axle load while towing.
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For towing trailers up to 4500 pounds (2042 kilograms), use a
weight-carrying hitch and ball, which uniformly spreads the trailer
tongue loads through your vehicle's underbody structure.
ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
Follow these guidelines for safe towing:
• Do not tow a trailer until you drive your vehicle at least 1000 miles
(1600 kilometers).
• Consult your local motor vehicle laws for towing a trailer.
• See the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper
installation and adjustment specifications.
• Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. See your
scheduled maintenance information.
• If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions the rental agency
gives you.
For load specification terms found on the tire label and Safety
Compliance label and for instructions on calculating your vehicle's load,
refer to Load limit in the Load Carrying chapter.
2013 Flex (471)
Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, December 2012
USA (fus)
Towing
Maximum GCWR -
lb. (kg)
6900 (3131)
7050 (3199)
7072 (3209)
9357 (4245)
9521 (4320)
9622 (4366)
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Maximum trailer
weight - lb. (kg)
2000 (907)
2000 (907)
2000 (907)
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4500 (2042)
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4500 (2042)
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4500 (2042)