FORD 2002 F-150 v.2 - Manual (Page 198)

Engine Rear axle
ratio/tire size -
cm (inches)
Maximum
GCWR-kg (lbs.)
Maximum
trailer
weight-kg (lbs.)
5.4L 3.31/40.6 (16) 5 443 (12 000) 3 175 (7 000)
5.4L 3.55/40.6 (16) 5 897 (13 000) 3 628 (8 000)/
3 447 (7 600)
5.4L 3.55/43.2 (17) 5 670 (12 500) 3 401 (7 500)/
3 221 (7 100)
5.4L 3.73/40.6 (16) 6 124 (13 500) 3 719 (8 200)
Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR
- kg (lbs.)
Maximum
trailer weight -
kg (lbs.)
Regular Cab 4x4 w/manual transmission
4.2L 3.31 3 265 (7 200) 1 179 (2 600)
4.2L 3.55 3 538 (7 800) 1 452 (3 200)
4.6L 3.31 3 265 (7 200) 1 134 (2 500)
4.6L 3.55 3 538 (7 800) 1 406 (3 100)
SuperCab 4x4 w/manual transmission
4.6L 3.31 3 265 (7 200) 1 043 (2 300)
4.6L 3.55 3 533 (7 800) 1 315 (2 900)
Trailer frontal area considerations:
• Not to exceed towing vehicle frontal area without Class III trailer
towing package
• Not to exceed 5.52 square meters (60 square feet) with Class III
trailer towing package
Preparing to tow
Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer, and make sure it is
properly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable trailer
dealer if you require assistance.
Hitches
Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle’s bumper or attach 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.
Load equalizing hitch
When hooking up a trailer using a load equalizing hitch, always use the
following procedure:
Driving
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