2003 FORD E SERIES trailer

Seating and Safety Restraints 75
Seating 75
Safety restraints 80
Air bags 91
Child restraints 95
Driving 111
Starting 111
Brakes 114
Transmission operation 117
Trailer towing 124
Roadside Emergencies 137
Getting roadside assistance 137
Hazard flasher switch 138
Fuel pump shut-off switch 139
Fuses and relays 140
Changing tires 147
Jump starting 155
Wrecker towing 160
Customer Assistance 161
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 169
Cleaning 170
Underbody preservation 174
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To put your vehicle in P (Park):
•Come to a complete stop
•Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park)
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is
latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and
remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
R (Reverse)
With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.
Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R
(Reverse).
N (Neutral)
With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is
free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position.
(Overdrive)
The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission
operates in gears one through four.
(Overdrive) can be deactivated
by pressing the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift
lever. This will illuminate the O/D OFF lamp and activate Drive.
Drive (not shown)
Drive is activated when the transmission control switch is pressed.
•This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive.
•O/D OFF lamp is illuminated.
•Provides engine braking.
•Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O/D to
other gears. Examples: city traffic, hilly terrain, heavy loads, trailer
towing and when engine braking is required.
•To return to O/D (overdrive mode), press the transmission control
switch. The O/D OFF lamp will not be illuminated.
•O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turned
off.
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•GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating):Maximum allowable total
weight of the base vehicle, occupants, optional equipment and cargo.
The GVWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety
Certification Label on the driver’s door pillar.
•GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating):Carrying capacity for each axle
system. The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the
Safety Certification Label on the driver’s door pillar.
•GCW (Gross Combined Weight):The combined weight of the
towing vehicle (including occupants and cargo) and the loaded trailer.
•GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating):Maximum allowable
combined weight of towing vehicle (including occupants and cargo)
and the loaded trailer.
•Maximum Trailer Weight Rating:Maximum weight of a trailer the
vehicle is permitted to tow. The maximum trailer weight rating is
determined by subtracting the vehicle curb weight for each
engine/transmission combination, any required option weight for trailer
towing and the weight of the driver from the GCWR for the towing
vehicle.
•Maximum Trailer Weight:Maximum weight of a trailer the loaded
vehicle, including occupants and cargo, is permitted to tow. It is
determined by subtracting the weight of the loaded trailer towing
vehicle from the GCWR for the towing vehicle.
•Trailer Weight Range:Specified range of trailer weight from zero to
the maximum trailer weight rating.
Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded trailer when
figuring the total weight.
The Safety Certification Label, located on the driver’s door pillar, lists
vehicle weight rating limitations. Before adding any additional equipment,
refer to these limitations.
Always ensure that the weight of occupants, cargo and equipment is
within the weight limitations, including both gross vehicle weight and
front and rear gross axle weight rating limits.
Note:Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the
certification label.
Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in
serious damage to the vehicle, loss of vehicle control, vehicle
rollover, and/or personal injury.
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Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the
originals because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR
limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do
not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations.
Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and
utility-type vehicles
For important information regarding safe operation of this type
of vehicle, see thePreparing to drive your vehiclesection in
this chapter.
Loaded vehicles may handle differently than unloaded vehicles.
Extra precautions, such as slower speeds and increased stopping
distance, should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle.
Your vehicle can haul more cargo and people than most passenger cars.
Depending upon the type and placement of the load, hauling cargo and
people may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle.
Calculating the load your vehicle can carry/tow
1. Use the appropriate maximum GCWR chart (in theTrailer Towing
section in this chapter) for your type of engine and rear axle ratio.
2. Weigh your vehicle without cargo. To obtain correct weights, take your
vehicle to a shipping company or an inspection station for trucks.
3. Subtract your loaded weight from the maximum GCWR in the chart.
This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. It must be
below the maximum trailer weight shown in the chart.
TRAILER TOWING
Refer to7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s
Guide Supplementfor diesel engine towing information.
Your vehicle may tow a class I, II or III trailer provided the maximum
trailer weight is less than or equal to the maximum trailer weight listed
for your engine and rear axle ratio on the following charts.
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GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights
EngineRear
axle
ratioMaximum
GCWR - kg
(lbs.)Maximum
Loaded
Trailer Weight
- kg (lbs.)Maximum
frontal area of
trailer - m
2
(ft2)
E-150 Regular Van (6700 GVWR)
4.2L 3.554536
(10000)2268 (5000) 5.52 (60)
4.6L 3.555216
(11500)2903 (6400) 5.52 (60)
5.4L 3.555443
(12000)3084 (6800) 5.52 (60)
E-150 Regular Van (Crew) (6700 GVWR)
4.2L 3.554536
(10000)2178 (4800) 5.52 (60)
4.6L 3.555216
(11500)2812 (6200) 5.52 (60)
5.4L 3.555443
(12000)2994 (6600) 5.52 (60)
E-150 Regular Van (Conversion) (7000 GVWR)
4.2L 3.554536
(10000)2178 (4800) 5.52 (60)
4.6L 3.555216
(11500)2858 (6300) 5.52 (60)
5.4L 3.555443
(12000)3039 (6700) 5.52 (60)
E-150 Regular Van (7–and 8–passenger) (7000 GVWR)
4.2L 3.554536
(10000)2132 (4700) 5.52 (60)
4.6L 3.555216
(11500)2767 (6100) 5.52 (60)
5.4L 3.555443
(12000)2948 (6500) 5.52 (60)
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GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights
EngineRear
axle
ratioMaximum
GCWR - kg
(lbs.)Maximum
Loaded
Trailer Weight
- kg (lbs.)Maximum
frontal area of
trailer - m
2
(ft2)
E-250 Regular Van (7200 GVWR)
4.2L 3.734763
(10500)2313 (5100) 5.52 (60)
E-250 Regular Van (Conversion) (7900 GVWR)
5.4L 3.735897
(13000)3402 (7500) 5.52 (60)
.E-250 Regular Van (8600 GVWR)
4.2L 4.104990
(11000)2540 (5600) 5.52 (60)
5.4L 3.735897
(13000)3402 (7500) 5.52 (60)
E-250 Regular Van (Crew) (8600 GVWR)
4.2L 4.104990
(11000)2449 (5400) 5.52 (60)
5.4L 3.735897
(13000)3311 (7300) 5.52 (60)
E-250 Extended Van (7300 GVWR)
4.2L 3.734763
(10500)2268 (5000) 5.52 (60)
E-250 Extended Van (Conversion) (7500 GVWR)
5.4L 3.735897
(13000)3266 (7200) 5.52 (60)
E-250 Extended Van (8600 GVWR)
4.2L 4.104990
(11000)2449 (5400) 5.52 (60)
5.4L 3.735897
(13000)3311 (7300) 5.52 (60)
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GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights
EngineRear
axle
ratioMaximum
GCWR - kg
(lbs.)Maximum
Loaded
Trailer Weight
- kg (lbs.)Maximum
frontal area of
trailer - m
2
(ft2)
E-250 Extended Van (Crew) (8600 GVWR)
4.2L 4.104990
(11000)2449 (5400) 5.52 (60)
5.4L 3.735897
(13000)3311 (7300) 5.52 (60)
E-350 Regular Van (9500 GVWR)
5.4L 3.555443
(12000)2858 (6300) 5.52 (60)
5.4L 4.105897
(13000)3311 (7300) 5.52 (60)
6.8L 3.736804
(15000)4173 (9200) 5.52 (60)
6.8L 4.108391
(18500)4536 (10000) 5.52 (60)
E-350 Regular Van (Crew) (9500 GVWR)
5.4L 3.555443
(12000)2767 (6100) 5.52 (60)
5.4L 4.105897
(13000)3221 (7100) 5.52 (60)
6.8L 3.736804
(15000)4082 (9000) 5.52 (60)
6.8L 4.108391
(18500)4536 (10000) 5.52 (60)
E-350 Extended Van (9400 GVWR)
5.4L 3.555443
(12000)2812 (6200) 5.52 (60)
5.4L 4.105897
(13000)3266 (7200) 5.52 (60)
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GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights
EngineRear
axle
ratioMaximum
GCWR - kg
(lbs.)Maximum
Loaded
Trailer Weight
- kg (lbs.)Maximum
frontal area of
trailer - m
2
(ft2)
6.8L 3.736804
(15000)4082 (9000) 5.52 (60)
6.8L 4.108391
(18500)4536 (10000) 5.52 (60)
E-350 Extended Van (Crew) (9250 GVWR)
5.4L 3.555443
(12000)2676 (5900) 5.52 (60)
5.4L 4.105897
(13000)3130 (6900) 5.52 (60)
6.8L 3.736804
(15000)3992 (8800) 5.52 (60)
6.8L 4.108391
(18500)4536 (10000) 5.52 (60)
E-350 Regular Wagon (8 passenger) (8600 GVWR)
5.4L 3.73/4.105897
(13000)3175 (7000) 5.52 (60)
6.8L 3.736804
(15000)3992 (8800) 5.52 (60)
6.8L 4.108391
(18500)4536 (10000) 5.52 (60)
E-350 Regular Wagon (12 passenger) (8600 GVWR)
5.4L 3.73/4.105897
(13000)3130 (6900) 5.52 (60)
E-350 Regular Wagon (12 passenger) (8600 GVWR)
6.8L 3.736804
(15000)3992 (8800) 5.52 (60)
6.8L 4.108391
(18500)4536 (10000) 5.52 (60)
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