2004 Ford F150 Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 186
2004 Ford F150 Manual
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Driving Engine Crew Cab 4x4 (139" wheelbase) Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lbs. (kg) Maximum trailer weight-lbs. (kg) 6000 (2721) 6500 (2948) 8200 (3719) 4.6L 3.55 11700 (5307) 4.6L 3.73 12200 (5534) 5.4L (w/17" 3.55 14000 (6350) tires) 5.4L (w/18" 3.55 13500 (6123) 7700 (3493) tires) 5.4L (w/17" 3.73 15000 (6804) 9200 (4173) tires) 5.4L (w/18" 3.73 14500 (6577) 8700 (3946) tires) Trailer frontal area considerations: • Not to exceed towing vehicle frontal area without Class IV trailer towing package • Not to exceed 60 square feet (5.52 square meters) with Class IV 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: 1. Park the unloaded vehicle on a level surface. With the ignition on and all doors closed, allow the vehicle to stand for several minutes so that it can level. 186 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)