Preparing To Tow; Hitches; Load Equalizing Hitch - Ford Expedition 2006 Owner's Manual

Mode
Weight carrying
Weight distributing
These are hitch ratings only; actual vehicle ratings are dependent on
engine, transmission and axle combinations.
Towing trailers beyond the maximum tongue weight exceeds the
limit of the towing system and could result in vehicle structural
damage, loss of vehicle control and personal injury.

Preparing to tow

Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is
properly attached to your vehicle. See your authorized 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 in the
ON position, apply the brake and place the gearshift lever in
(Overdrive) for 10 seconds, then return the gearshift lever to P (Park)
and release the brake. With the ignition still in the ON position, and all
doors closed, allow the vehicle to stand (without passengers) for several
minutes so that it can level.
2. Turn the air suspension (if equipped) control to OFF.
3. Measure the height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpers
at the center of the vehicle.
4. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizers so that
the front bumper height is within a
After proper adjustment, the rear bumper should be no higher than in
Step 3.
2006 Expedition (exd)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA (fus)
Tires, Wheels and Loading
Maximum
Gross Trailer
Weight - kg
(lb.)
2721 (6000)
4060 (8950)
⁄ " (13 mm) of the reference point.
1
2
Maximum
Tongue Weight
- kg (lb.)
272 (600)
406 (895)
231