Vehicle/Trailer Loads; Trailer Towing (May Require Trailer Tow Option Package) - Ford Vehicle Owner's Manual

Vehicle/Trailer Loads

All vehicles may tow a Class I trailer provided
the Gross Combined Weight (GCW) is less than
or equal to the GVWR shown on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label. For heavier
trailer applications, refer to the towing
information found later in this chapter.
Trailer Towing (may require trailer tow
option package)
Towing a trailer puts additional loads on your
vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires
and suspension. For your safety and for the
good of your vehicle, use the right equipment
for the type of trailer you tow.
If your trailer is equipped with electric brakes,
auxiliary battery, or back-up lamps, the optional
7 wire trailer towing electrical hook-up will be
required on the vehicle.
Your trailer towing capability will vary based on
the standard and optional equipment on your
vehicle. Refer to the following Vehicle
Loading/Towing Information and the Trailer
Towing Tables to determine the specific towing
capability of your vehicle.
Stay within the load limits when you tow.
Carefully and thoroughly prepare your
vehicle for towing, making sure to use the
right equipment and to attach it properly.
(See Preparing to Tow in this chapter.)
Use extra caution when driving your vehicle
while you tow. (See Driving while you tow in
this chapter.)
Service your vehicle more frequently if you
tow a trailer. (See Servicing your vehicle if you
tow in this chapter.)
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