Preparing To Tow; Hitches; Load Equalizing Hitch - Ford F150 Owner's Manual

Driving
Crew Cab 4x4 (139" wheelbase)
Engine Rear axle ratio
4.6L
4.6L
5.4L (w/17"
tires)
5.4L (w/18"
tires)
5.4L (w/17"
tires)
5.4L (w/18"
tires)
Trailer frontal area considerations:
• Not to exceed towing vehicle frontal area without Class IV trailer
towing package
• Not to exceed 60 square feet (5.52 square meters) with Class IV
trailer towing package

Preparing to tow

Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is
properly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable trailer
dealer if you require assistance.

Hitches

Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle's bumper or attach to the
axle. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10%–15% of the
total weight of the trailer is on the tongue.

Load equalizing hitch

When hooking up a trailer using a load equalizing hitch, always use the
following procedure:
1. Park the unloaded vehicle on a level surface. With the ignition on and
all doors closed, allow the vehicle to stand for several minutes so that it
can level.
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2004 F150 (f12)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English (fus)
Maximum
GCWR-lbs.
(kg)
3.55 11700 (5307)
3.73 12200 (5534)
3.55 14000 (6350)
3.55 13500 (6123)
3.73 15000 (6804)
3.73 14500 (6577)
Maximum
trailer
weight-lbs.
(kg)
6000 (2721)
6500 (2948)
8200 (3719)
7700 (3493)
9200 (4173)
8700 (3946)