
•
If your vehicle is fitted with
AdvanceTrac with roll stability control
(RSC), this system may turn on during
typical cornering maneuvers with a
heavily loaded trailer. This is normal.
Turning the corner at a slower speed
while towing may reduce this tendency.
• If you are towing a trailer frequently in
hot weather, hilly conditions, at the
gross combined weight rating (or any
combination of these factors), consider
refilling your vehicle's rear axle with
synthetic gear lubricant (if the axle is
not already filled with it). See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 433).
• Allow more distance for stopping with
a trailer attached. Anticipate stops and
brake gradually.
• Avoid parking on a grade. However, if
you must park on a grade:
•Turn the steering wheel to point
your vehicle tires away from traffic
flow.
• Set your vehicle parking brake.
• Place the automatic transmission
in position park (
P).
• Place wheel chocks in front of and
at the back of the trailer wheels.
(trailer wheel chocks are not
included with your vehicle.)
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or
Personal Water Craft (PWC)
When backing down a ramp during boat
launching or retrieval:
• Do not allow the static water level to
rise above the bottom edge of the rear
bumper.
• Do not allow waves to break higher
than
6 in (15 cm) above the bottom
edge of the rear bumper.
Note: Disconnect the wiring to the trailer
before backing the trailer into the water. Note:
Reconnect the wiring to the trailer
after the trailer is removed from the water.
Exceeding these limits may allow water to
enter vehicle components:
• Causing internal damage to the
components.
• Affecting driveability, emissions, and
reliability.
Replace the rear axle lubricant anytime
the rear axle has been submerged in water.
Water may have contaminated the rear
axle lubricant, which is not normally
checked or changed unless a leak is
suspected or other axle repair is required.
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If you need to have your vehicle towed,
contact a professional towing service or,
if you are a member of a roadside
assistance program, your roadside
assistance service provider.
We recommend the use of a wheel lift and
dollies or flatbed equipment to tow your
vehicle. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford
Motor Company has not approved a
slingbelt towing procedure. Vehicle
damage may occur if towed incorrectly, or
by any other means.
Ford Motor Company produces a towing
manual for all authorized tow truck
operators. Have your tow truck operator
refer to this manual for proper hook-up
and towing procedures for your vehicle.
It is acceptable to have your two-wheel
drive vehicle towed with the front wheels
on the ground (without dollies) and the
rear wheels off the ground.
We recommend towing a four-wheel drive
vehicle with all wheels off the ground, such
as using a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed
equipment. However, it is acceptable to
use a wheel lift to raise the rear of your
vehicle so long as, depending on vehicle
configuration, you perform the following
before towing.
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS
Emergency Towing
If your vehicle is disabled and you have no
access to a tow dolly, car-hauling trailer or
a flatbed transport vehicle, it can only be
flat-towed with all wheels on the ground
under the following conditions:
•
Your vehicle is facing forward so that
it is towed in a forward direction.
• The transmission selector lever is
placed in position N. If the transmission
gear shift lever cannot be moved to
position N, it may need to be
overridden. See Automatic
Transmission (page 133).
• Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
• Maximum distance is 50 miles (80
kilometers).
Drive off slowly and smoothly without
jerking the vehicle that is being towed.
Tow ropes or rigid towing bars must be
placed on the same side. For example; right
hand rear towing point to right hand front
towing point.
You must use a tow rope or rigid towing
bar that is of the correct strength for the
weight of the towing vehicle and the
vehicle that is being towed.
Note: Using a rigid towing bar is the safest
way to tow a vehicle.
The weight of the vehicle that is being
towed must not exceed the weight of the
towing vehicle.
Recreational Vehicle Towing
Follow these guidelines to prevent damage
to your vehicle ’s transmission if you have
a need for recreational vehicle towing. For
example; towing your vehicle behind a
motorhome.
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Your vehicle cannot be flat-towed with all
wheels on the ground beyond the limits
set out above as vehicle or transmission
damage may occur. See Emergency
Towing. You must place your vehicle on
a car-hauling trailer, or place the front
wheels of your vehicle on a tow dolly. If you
are using a tow dolly, follow the
instructions specified by the equipment
provider.
Note: Put your vehicle's climate control
system in recirculated air mode to prevent
exhaust fumes from entering the vehicle.
See
Climate Control (page 89).
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles Sold in the United States:
Getting Roadside Assistance
To fully assist you should you have a
vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company
offers a complimentary roadside
assistance program. This program is
separate from the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty. The service is available:
•
24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• For the coverage period listed on the
Roadside Assistance Card included in
your Owner's Manual portfolio.
Roadside Assistance covers:
• A flat tire change with a good spare, if
provided with the vehicle (except
vehicles supplied with a tire inflation
kit).
• Battery jump start.
• Lock-out assistance (key replacement
cost is the customer's responsibility).
• Fuel delivery — independent service
contractors, if not prohibited by state,
local or municipal law, shall deliver up
to 2 gal (7.6 L) of gasoline or 4 gal
(18.9 L) of diesel fuel to a disabled
vehicle. Roadside Assistance limits fuel
delivery service to two no-charge
occurrences within a 12-month period.
• Winch out
— available within 100 ft
(30.5 m) of a paved or county
maintained road, no recoveries.
• Towing —
Ford eligible vehicles towed
to an authorized dealer within 35 mi
(56 km) of the disablement location
or to the nearest authorized dealer. If
a member requests a tow to an
authorized dealer that is more than
35 mi (56 km)
from the disablement
location, the member shall be
responsible for any mileage costs in
excess of 35 mi (56 km). Roadside Assistance includes up to $200
for a towed trailer if the disabled eligible
vehicle requires service at the nearest
authorized dealer. If the towing vehicle is
operational but the trailer is not, then the
trailer does not qualify for any roadside
services.
Vehicles Sold in the United States:
Using Roadside Assistance
Complete the roadside assistance
identification card and place it in your
wallet for quick reference. This card is in
the owner's information portfolio in the
glove compartment.
United States Ford vehicle customers who
require Roadside Assistance, call
1-800-241-3673.
If you need to arrange roadside assistance
for yourself, Ford Motor Company
reimburses a reasonable amount for
towing to the nearest dealership within
35 mi (56 km)
. To obtain reimbursement
information, United States Ford vehicle
customers call 1-800-241-3673.
Customers need to submit their original
receipts.
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting
Roadside Assistance
Canadian customers who require roadside
assistance, call 1-800-665-2006.
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using
Roadside Assistance
For your convenience, you may complete
the roadside assistance identification card
found in the centerfold of your warranty
guide and retain for future reference.
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Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
Circuits protected
Fuse rating
Fuse
Airbag module.
10A
F1
Anti-lock brake system with electronic stability
control.
4A
F2
Parking brake.
Not used.
-
F3
Trailer tow back-up lamp relay.
10A
F4
Cutaway body connectors.
20A
F5
Not used.
-
F6
Not used.
-
F7
AC power outlet socket.
40A
F8
Trailer brake module.
30A
F9
Driver power seat.
30A
F10
Passenger power seat.
30A
F11
Trailer tow park lamp relay.
30A
F12
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Circuits protected
Fuse rating
Fuse
Anti-lock brake system with electronic stability
control valves.
25A
F13
Powertrain control module B+ relay.
5A
F14
Powertrain control module power relay.
40A
F15
Body control module power feed.
40A
F16
Ignition relay 3.
40A
F17
Modified vehicle connections.
40A
F18
Not used.
-
F19
Heated exterior mirror relay.
5A
F20
Modified vehicle ignition connections.
10A
F21
Passenger compartment fuse panel.
15A
F22
Air conditioning control module.
7.5A
F23
Cutaway body connectors.
10A
F24
Interior lighting.
7.5A
F25
Heated exterior mirrors.
10A
F26
Heated rear window.
20A
F27
Heated rear window.
20A
F28
Rear parking aid camera.
10A
F29 Lane keeping system.
Electro mirror.
Not used.
-
F30
Trailer brake ignition feed.
10A
F31
Interior lighting.
10A
F32
Not used.
-
F33
Not used.
-
F34
Power folding mirrors.
5A
F35
Horn.
20A
F36
SYNC module.
7.5A
F37
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Circuits protected
Fuse rating
Fuse
Blower motor.
5A
F38 Horn relay.
Windshield wiper relay.
Remote keyless entry.
7.5A
F39 Battery.
Power windows.
Rear heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
Front blower motor.
40A
F40
Rear blower motor.
40A
F41
Heated rear window.
40A
F42
Trailer socket.
30A
F43
Auxiliary power points.
60A
F44
Trailer connectors B+ supply.
40A
F45
Power windows.
30A
F46
Cigar lighter socket.
20A
F47
Rear auxiliary power points.
20A
F48
Front auxiliary power points.
20A
F49
Ignition relay 1.
60A
F50
Ignition relay 2.
60A
F51
Modified vehicle connections.
40A
F52
Modified vehicle connections.
40A
F53 Circuits switched
Relay
Not used (spare).
R1
Auxiliary power points.
R2
Trailer tow parking lamp.
R3
Ignition 2.
R4
Power windows.
R5
Ignition 1.
R6
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Circuits switched
Relay
Horn.
R7
Trailer tow back-up lamp.
R8
Front blower motor.
R9
Rear blower motor.
R10
Heated rear window.
R11 Heated exterior mirrors.
Not used.
R12
Modified vehicle connections.
R13
Pre-fuse Box Circuits protected
Fuse rating
Fuse
Engine compartment fuse box.
470A
F1 Starter motor.
Alternator.
Passenger compartment fuse panel.
100A
F2
Body control module fuse box.
Powertrain control module.
40A
F3
Anti-lock brake system.
Passenger compartment fuse panel.
200A
F4
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