2017 FORD F150 tow

Driveline – 4x2
1
MaximumGCWR 2, 3
Axle ratio
Engine
Cab – wheel-
base (inches)
16200 lb (7348kg)6
3.73
15900 lb (7212 kg)
3.15
3.5L GTDI 17100 lb (7756 kg)
7
3.55
17100 lb (7756 kg) 6,
7
3.73
1 For vehicles equipped with a 3.5 L TiVCT engine without a Heavy Duty
or MAX Trailer Towing Package, do not exceed a trailer weight of 5,100 lb
(2,313 kg).
2 Calculated with SAE J2807 method.
3 Heavy Duty Trailer Tow Payload Package (unless stated otherwise).
4 Medium Duty Trailer Tow package – 5100 pound (2313 kilogram)
maximum trailer weight.
5 2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package.
6 Heavy Duty Payload Package.
7 MAX Trailer Tow Payload Package.
8 Sport package.
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Driveline – 4x4
1
MaximumGCWR 2, 3
Axle ratio
Engine
Cab – wheel-
base (inches)
9700 lb (4400 kg)
3.55
3.5L TiVCT
Regular cab – 122 12200 lb (5534
kg)3
3.73
12500 lb (5670kg)
3.55
2.7L GTDI 13300 lb (6032
kg)
3.73
13200 lb (5987 kg)
3.31, 3.55
5.0L TiVCT 14600 lb (6622
kg)
3.73
12200 lb (5534 kg)
3.73
3.5L TiVCT
Regular cab – 141 12500 lb (5670
kg)
3.55
2.7L GTDI 13300 lb (6032
kg)
3.73
13300 lb (6032kg)4
3.73
14100 lb (6396 kg)
3.31, 3.55
5.0L TiVCT 16200 lb (7348
kg)
3.73
16100 lb (7303kg)5, 8
3.73
16200 lb (7348kg)5, 9
15800 lb (7167 kg)
3.31, 3.55
3.5L GTDI
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Driveline – 4x4
1
MaximumGCWR 2, 3
Axle ratio
Engine
Cab – wheel-
base (inches)
17100 lb (7756 kg)6
3.55
17000 lb (7711 kg) 5,
6, 8
3.73
17100 lb (7756 kg) 5,
6, 9
12200 lb (5534 kg)
3.73
3.5L TiVCT
Super Cab – 145 12700 lb (5761 kg)
3.55
2.7L GTDI 13300 lb (6032
kg)
3.73
13300 lb (6032kg)4
3.73
14300 lb (6486kg)
3.31
5.0L TiVCT 13500 lb (6123
kg)7
3.55 14400 lb (6532kg)
14000 lb (6350 kg)7
3.73
16200 lb (7348kg)
16000 lb (7167 kg)
3.31, 3.55
3.5L GTDI 17100 lb (7756 kg)6
3.55
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Driveline – 4x4
1
MaximumGCWR 2, 3
Axle ratio
Engine
Cab – wheel-
base (inches)
14300 lb (6486kg)
3.31
5.0L TiVCT
Super Cab – 163 14500 lb (6577 kg)
3.55
16200 lb (7348kg)
3.73
16200 lb (7348kg)5
3.73
16200 lb (7348kg)
3.31, 3.55
3.5L GTDI 17100 lb (7756 kg)6
3.55
17100 lb (7756 kg) 5,
6
3.73
12200 lb (5534 kg)
3.73
3.5L TiVCT
Crew cab – 145 12800 lb (5806
kg)
3.55
2.7L GTDI 13300 lb (6033
kg)
3.73
13300 lb (6033kg)4
3.73
14300 lb (6486kg)
3.31
5.0L TiVCT 13500 lb (6123
kg)7
3.55 14400 lb (6532kg)
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Driveline – 4x4
1
MaximumGCWR 2, 3
Axle ratio
Engine
Cab – wheel-
base (inches)
16200 lb (7348kg)
3.73
14000 lb (6350kg)7
16100 lb (7303 kg)
3.31, 3.55
3.5L GTDI 16700 lb (7666
kg)10
3.55
16900 lb (7666kg)6
14300 lb (6486 kg)
3.31
5.0L TiVCT
Crew cab – 157 13500 lb (6123
kg)7
3.55
14500 lb (6577 kg)
14000 lb (6350 kg)7
3.73
16200 lb (7348kg)
16200 lb (7348 kg)5
3.73
14000 lb (6350kg)7
16100 lb (7303 kg)
3.5L GTDI 3.31, 3.55
16700 lb (7303 kg)
3.55
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Driveline – 4x4
1
MaximumGCWR 2, 3
Axle ratio
Engine
Cab – wheel-
base (inches)
17000 lb (7756kg)5, 6, 8
3.73
17100 lb (7756 kg) 5,
6, 9
1 For vehicles equipped with a 3.5 L TiVCT engine without a Heavy Duty
or MAX Trailer Towing Package, do not exceed a trailer weight of 5,100 lb
(2,313 kg).
2 Calculated with SAE J2807 method.
3 Heavy Duty Trailer Tow Payload Package (unless stated otherwise).
4 2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package.
5 Heavy Duty Payload Package.
6 MAX Trailer Tow Payload Package.
7 Sport package.
8 17 inch wheels.
9 18 inch wheels
10 Limited
Calculating the Maximum
Loaded Trailer Weight for Your
Vehicle
1. Start with the gross combined weight rating for your vehicle
model and axle ratio. See the
previous charts. 2.
Subtract all of the following
that apply to your vehicle:
• Vehicle curb weight.
• Hitch hardware weight, for
example a draw bar, ball, locks
or weight distributing hardware.
• Driver weight.
• Passenger(s) weight.
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•
Payload, cargo and luggage
weight.
• Aftermarket equipment weight.
This equals the maximum loaded
trailer weight for this combination.
Note: The trailer tongue load is
considered part of the payload for
your vehicle. Reduce the total
payload by the final trailer tongue
weight.
Note: Consult an authorized dealer
to determine the maximum trailer
weight allowed for your vehicle if
you are not sure.
ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
Follow these guidelines for safe towing:
• Do not tow a trailer until you drive your
vehicle at least 1000 miles (1600
kilometers).
• Consult your local motor vehicle laws
for towing a trailer.
• See the instructions included with
towing accessories for the proper
installation and adjustment
specifications.
• Service your vehicle more frequently if
you tow a trailer. See your scheduled
maintenance information.
• If you use a rental trailer, follow the
instructions the rental agency gives
you.
See Load limits in the Load Carrying
chapter for load specification terms found
on the tire label and Safety Compliance
label and instructions on calculating your
vehicle's load.
Remember to account for the trailer
tongue weight as part of your vehicle load
when calculating the total vehicle weight. Trailer Towing Connector
When attaching the trailer wiring connector
to your vehicle, only use a proper fitting
connector that works with the vehicle and
trailer functions. Some seven-position
connectors may have the SAE J2863 logo,
which confirms that it is the proper wiring
connector and works correctly with your
vehicle.
Function
Color
Left turn signal and stop lamp
Yellow
Ground (-)
White
Electric brakes
Blue
Right turn signal and stop
lamp
Green
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Function
Color
Battery (+)*
Orange
Running lights
Brown
Reverse lights
Grey
*Your vehicle must recognize the trailer
before the trailer can receive power.
Recognizing a Trailer
1. Attach the trailer and wiring connector
to your vehicle.
2. Switch on your vehicle.
3. Press the brake pedal for a few seconds.
A confirmation message appears in the
information display. See Information
Messages (page 126).
Hitches
Do not use a hitch that either clamps onto
the bumper or attaches to the axle. You
must distribute the load in your trailer so
that 10-15% of the total weight of the
trailer is on the tongue.
Weight-distributing Hitches WARNING
Do not adjust the spring bars so that
your vehicle's rear bumper is higher
than before attaching the trailer.
Doing so will defeat the function of the
weight-distributing hitch, which may cause
unpredictable handling, and could result
in serious personal injury. When hooking-up a trailer using a
weight-distributing hitch, always use the
following procedure:
1. Park the loaded vehicle, without the
trailer, on a level surface. 2. Measure the height to the top of your
vehicle's front wheel opening on the
fender. This is H1.
3. Attach the loaded trailer to your vehicle
without the weight-distributing bars
connected.
4. Measure the height to the top of your vehicle's front wheel opening on the
fender a second time. This is H2.
5. Install and adjust the tension in the weight-distributing bars so that the
height of your vehicle's front wheel
opening on the fender is approximately
a quarter the way down from H2,
toward H1.
6. Check that the trailer is level or slightly
nose down toward your vehicle. If not,
adjust the ball height accordingly and
repeat Steps 2-6.
Once the trailer is level or slightly nose
down toward the vehicle:
• Lock the bar tension adjuster in place.
• Check that the trailer tongue securely
attaches and locks onto the hitch.
• Install safety chains, lighting, and trailer
brake controls as required by law or the
trailer manufacturer.
Safety Chains
Note: Do not attach safety chains to the
bumper.
Always connect the safety chains to the
frame or hook retainers of your vehicle
hitch.
To connect the safety chains, cross the
chains under the trailer tongue and allow
enough slack for turning tight corners. Do
not allow the chains to drag on the ground.
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