1997 FORD EXPEDITION trailer

with all of the vehicle wheels on
the ground.
Towing trailers beyond the
maximum recommended
gross trailer weight exceeds the
limit of the vehicle and could
result in engine damage,
transmission damage, structural
damage, loss of control and
personal injury.
Preparing to tow
Use the proper equipment for
towing a trailer and make sure that
it is properly attached to your
vehicle. See your dealer or a
reliable trailer retailer if you
require assistance.
If your vehicle is not equipped
with the factory heavy duty trailer
tow option, auxiliary coolers are
recommended for the automatic
transmission system if you are
planning on:
²traveling farther than 80 km (50
miles)
²towing in hilly terrain
²towing frequently
Calculating trailer loads
To determine the amount of weight
that your vehicle can carry:
²Obtain ratings from the Safety
Compliance Certification label
and the trailer towing
specifications in this chapter.
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²Weigh your vehicle as you
customarily operate the vehicle
without cargo.
²Subtract the total weight of
passengers, driver and
aftermarket equipment and the
obtained weight (in the step
above) from the GCWR to
determine the trailer weight
your vehicloe can tow.
Trailer weight range
The trailer weight range is the
specified range by weight that the
trailer must fall within. The range
is between zero and the maximum
trailer weight rating found in this
chapter.
Using trailer brakes
Use electric brakes or manual,
automatic or surge type hydraulic
brakes that meet Federal and local
regulations. Install and adjust
brakes according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
Do not connect a trailer's
hydraulic brake system
directly to your vehicle's brake
system. Your vehicle may not
have enough braking power and
your chances of having a
collision greatly increase.
Using safety chains
Always connect the trailer's safety
chains to the vehicle. To connect
the chains, cross the chains under
the trailer tongue and attach to the
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vehicle frame or hook retainers
(not the bumper). Make sure there
is enough slack to allow the vehicle
to turn corners.
For more information, refer to
ªFord Recreational Vehicle and
Trailer Towing Guideº available
from your Ford dealer.
Using trailer lamps
See your local trailer retailer or
rental agency for proper
instructions and equipment for
hooking up trailer lamps.
Do not hook the trailer lights
directly into the vehicle's wiring
system. If the trailer lamps are not
connected properly, the warning
lights in the instrument cluster
may not work properly.
Using a hitch
Do not use hitches that:
²clamp onto the vehicle bumper
²attach to the axle.
Distribute the load so that only 10
to 15% of the total weight of the
trailer is on the tongue. Tie down
the load so that it does not shift
and change the weight on the
hitch. Follow the towing
instructions of a reputable rental
agency.
Using a load-equalizing hitch
Follow the hitch manufactures
guidelines for the installation and
specific use of a load equalizing
hitch on this vehicle. In no cases
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should the vehicle weight ratings
per axle or combination truck and
trailer exceed the weight ratings
listed on the Safety Compliance
Certification label located on the
driver's side door.
When connecting a trailer hitch:
1. Turn off the air suspension
switch.
2. Connect the trailer.
3. Turn the air suspension back on.
Adjusting an equalizing
hitch so the rear bumper
of the vehicle is lower or higher
than it was unloaded will defeat
the function of the load
equalizing hitch and may cause
unpredictable handling.
Driving while towing a trailer
Speed control (if equipped) may
not work properly while towing on
long, steep grades.
Driving with an automatic
transmission:
²use D, 1 or 2 rather than
Dwhile towing up or down
steep hills
²anticipate stops and brake
gradually.
Towing behind another vehicle
Your vehicle can not be flat towed
with all wheels on the ground.
No neutral tow kit is available for
your vehicle.
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Servicing while towing
If you tow a trailer for long
distances, your vehicle requires
more frequent service than a
vehicle not used for towing. Refer
to the ªService GuideºSevere
Duty Schedulefor more
information on maintenance
intervals.
Using a step bumper
The rear bumper is equipped with
an intregal hitch and requires only
a ball with a 1 inch shank
diameter. The bumper has a 1814
kg (4000 lb) trailer weight and 181
kg (400 lb) tongue weight
capability.
Use a frame mounted weight
distributing hitch for trailers over
1814 kg (4000 lb).
FUEL CONSUMPTION
Fuel economy can be improved by
avoiding:
²lack of regular, scheduled
maintenance
²excessive speed
²rapid acceleration
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Power network box
Slot number Fuse
amperage
ratingCircuits protected
1 20 amp Trailer tow backup & tail lamps
2 10 amp Airbag diagnostic monitor
3 30 amp Power locks
4 15 amp Air suspension
5 20 amp Horn
6 30 amp Engine minifuse box fuses #3 and #5
7 15 amp Park and tail lamps
8 30 amp Headlamps
9 15 amp Fog lamps and DRL
10 25 amp Auxiliary instrument panel (I/P) power
point
11 25 amp Auxiliary console power point
12 10 amp Rear wiper
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5
4
3
2
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27
26
25
24
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18
17
16
15
14
13
22
21
20
12
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Slot number Fuse
amperage
ratingCircuits protected
13 30 amp Auxiliary blower
14 60 amp Four wheel anti-lock brake system
(4WABS)
15 50 amp Air suspension compressor
16 40 amp Trailer tow battery charge, engine
minifuse box fuse #2, engine minifuse
box fuse #4
17 30 amp Four-wheel drive (4WD) transfer case
motor and clutch
18 30 amp Driver power seat
19 20 amp Fuel pump
20 50 amp Junction box ignition switched feed
21 50 amp Junction box ignition switched feed
22 50 amp Junction box battery feed
23 40 amp Front blower
24 30 amp Powertrain control module power
25 30 C.B. Windows
26 - not used
27 40 amp Heated backlite and mirrors
28 30 amp Trailer tow electric brake
29 30 amp Hybrid fan, moon roof, flip windows
Slot number Description
1 - not used
2 - PCM diode
Slot number Description
1 - Windshield wipers high/low speed
2 - Windshield wipers run/park
3 - Front washer pump relay
4 - Fuel pump relay
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Slot number Fuse
amperage
ratingCircuits protected
5 - Horn relay
6 - PCM power relay
Engine mini fuse box
Slot number Fuse
amperage
ratingCircuits protected
1 5 amp Powertrain control module (PCM)
2 20 amp Trailer tow stop/turn lamps
3 10 amp Audio rear integrated control panel
(RICP), compact disc changer, radio
4 10 amp Running board lamps
5 20 amp Amplifier, subwoofer amplifier
6 - Not used
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