2016 FORD E SERIES emergency towing

The gain should be set to provide the
maximum trailer braking assistance while
making sure the trailer wheels do not lock
when using the brakes. Locked trailer
wheels may lead to trailer instability.
1.
Make sure the trailer brakes are in good
working condition, functioning normally
and properly adjusted. See your trailer
dealer if necessary.
2. Hook up the trailer and make the electrical connections according to the
trailer manufacturer's instructions.
3. When you plug in a trailer with electric or electric-over-hydraulic brakes, a
message confirming connection
appears in the information display.
4. Use the gain adjustment (+ and -) buttons to increase or decrease the
gain setting to the desired starting
point. A gain setting of 6.0 is a good
starting point for heavier loads.
5. In a traffic-free environment, tow the trailer on a dry, level surface at a speed
of 20-25 mph (30-40 km/h) and
squeeze the manual control lever
completely.
6. If the trailer wheels lock up, indicated by squealing tires, reduce the gain
setting. If the trailer wheels turn freely,
increase the gain setting. Repeat Steps
5 and 6 until the gain setting is at a
point just below trailer wheel lock-up.
If towing a heavier trailer, trailer wheel
lock-up may not be attainable even
with the maximum gain setting of 10.
Explanation of Information Display
Warning Messages
Note: An authorized dealer can diagnose
the trailer brake controller to determine
exactly which trailer fault has occurred.
However, your Ford warranty does not cover
this diagnosis if the fault is with the trailer. A message indicating a trailer brake
module fault may display in response to
faults sensed by the trailer brake controller,
accompanied by a single tone. If this
message appears, contact an authorized
dealer as soon as possible for diagnosis
and repair. The controller may still
function, but performance may be
degraded.
A message indicating a trailer wiring fault
may display when there is a short circuit
on the electric brake output wire. If this
message displays, accompanied by a
single tone, with no trailer connected, the
problem is with your vehicle wiring
between the trailer brake controller and
the 7-pin connector at the bumper. If the
message only displays with a trailer
connected, the problem is with the trailer
wiring. Consult your trailer dealer for
assistance. This can be a short to ground
(such as a chaffed wire), short to voltage
(such as a pulled pin on trailer emergency
breakaway battery) or the trailer brakes
may be drawing too much current.
Points to Remember
Note:
Do not attempt removal of the trailer
brake controller without consulting the
Workshop Manual. Damage to the unit may
result.
• Adjust gain setting before using the
trailer brake controller for the first time.
• Adjust gain setting, using the procedure
above, whenever road, weather and
trailer or vehicle loading conditions
change from when the gain was initially
set.
• Only use the manual control lever for
proper adjustment of the gain during
trailer setup. Misuse, such as
application during trailer sway, could
cause instability of trailer or tow
vehicle.
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TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE
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. When calling
for a tow truck, let the operator know what
kind of vehicle you have.
It is advisable to have your vehicle towed
with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed
equipment. 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. Do not exceed a maximum distance of 50
miles (80 kilometers) and maximum
speed of 35 mph (56 km/h) when towing
your vehicle from the front with the rear
wheels on the ground. If you must exceed
the maximum distance or speed, a
qualified technician must remove the
driveshaft. This prevents transmission
damage.
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS
Emergency Towing
WARNING
If your vehicle has a steering wheel
lock make sure the ignition is in the
accessory or on position when being
towed. You can flat-tow (all wheels on the
ground, regardless of the powertrain or
transmission configuration) your disabled
vehicle (without access to wheel dollies
or vehicle transport trailer) under the
following conditions:
•
Your vehicle is facing forward so you
tow it in a forward direction.
• You shift into Neutral (N). If you cannot
shift into Neutral (N), you may need to
override the transmission. See
Transmission (page 83).
• Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
• Maximum distance is
50 mi (80 km).
Recreational Towing
Note: Put your climate control system in
recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust
fumes from entering the vehicle. See
Climate Control
(page 63).
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Sitting in the Correct Position....................67
Snow Chains See: Using Snow Chains.................................. 182
Special Notices
................................................10
New Vehicle Limited Warranty........................ 10
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles........................................ 10
On-board Diagnostics (OBD-II)...................... 10
Special Instructions............................................. 10
Using your Vehicle as an Ambulance............10
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance
...............................................273
Exceptions............................................................ 274
Speed Control See: Cruise Control............................................... 91
Starter Switch See: Ignition Switch............................................. 72
Starting a Gasoline Engine..........................72 Failure to Start....................................................... 73
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes.................. 73
Important Ventilating Information.................73
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving.................................................................. 73
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary........................................................... 73
Starting and Stopping the Engine............72 General Information............................................ 72
Steering..............................................................92
Steering Wheel
................................................42
Sun Visors.........................................................48
Illuminated Vanity Mirror................................... 48
Supplementary Restraints System..........27 Principle of Operation......................................... 27
Symbols Glossary.............................................5
SYNC™ Applications and Services........................................................234
911 Assist............................................................... 234
SYNC Services: Traffic, Directions & Information (TDI) (If Equipped, United
States Only).................................................... 238
Vehicle Health Report (If Equipped, United States Only).................................................... 236
SYNC™ AppLink ™
......................................242
SYNC Mobile Apps............................................ 242
SYNC™.............................................................216 General Information.......................................... 216
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
.........................254 T
Technical Specifications
See: Capacities and Specifications..............191
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)........................122
Tire Care...........................................................164 Glossary of Tire Terminology......................... 166
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading.............................................................. 164
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall............................................................. 167
Temperature A B C............................................. 165
Traction AA A B C............................................... 165
Treadwear............................................................. 165
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........183 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System........................................ 184
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ....................................... 184
Tires See: Wheels and Tires...................................... 163
Towing a Trailer.............................................100 Load Placement................................................. 100
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
...........................................................110
Emergency Towing.............................................. 110
Recreational Towing........................................... 110
Towing..............................................................100
Traction Control
.............................................90
Principle of Operation........................................ 90
Trailer Sway Control.....................................101
Transmission Code Designation.............196
Transmission....................................................83
Transmission See: Transmission................................................ 83
Transporting the Vehicle............................110
U
Under Hood Overview
.................................137
USB Port...........................................................215
Using Cruise Control......................................91
Switching Cruise Control Off............................ 91
Switching Cruise Control On............................. 91
Using Snow Chains
......................................182
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