FORD 2011 Ranger v.2 - Manual (Page 146)

Color Function Comment
3. Tan/White Tail lamp Relay-controlled circuit
activated when the park
lamps/headlamps are on.
4. White Ground Matching vehicle circuit
returns to battery’s negative
ground.
Preparing to tow
Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is
properly attached to your vehicle. Contact your authorized dealer or a
reliable trailer dealer as soon as possible if you require assistance.
Hitches
When towing a trailer up to 2,000 lb (907 kg), use a weight-carrying
hitch and ball which uniformly distributes the trailer tongue load through
the underbody structure; for a trailer over 2,000 lb (907 kg), use a
frame-mounted weight-distributing hitch. You must distribute the load in
your trailer so that 10–15% of the total weight of the trailer is on the
tongue.
Do not install a single- or multi-clamp type bumper hitch, or a hitch
which attaches to the axle. An underbody-mounted hitch is acceptable if
it is installed properly, follow the towing instructions of a reputable
rental agency.
Whenever a trailer hitch and hardware are removed, make sure all
mounting holes in the underbody are properly sealed to prevent noxious
gases or water from entering.
Using a step bumper (if equipped)
The optional step bumper is equipped with an integral hitch and requires
only a ball with a
3 ⁄
4
in. (19 mm) shank diameter. The bumper has a
2,000 lb (907 kg) trailer weight and 200 lb (91 kg) tongue weight
capability.
The rated capacities (as shown in this guide) for trailer towing with the
factory bumper are only valid when the trailer hitch ball is installed
directly into the ball hole in the bumper. Addition of bracketry to either
lower the ball hitch position or extend the ball hitch rearward will
significantly increase the loads on the bumper and its attachments. This
can result in the failure of the bumper or the bumper attachments. Use
of any type of hitch extensions should be considered abuse.
Tires, Wheels and Loading
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2011 Ranger (ran)
Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
USA (fus)