2009 Ford F150 Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 256

Tires, Wheels and Loading Maximum trailer weight-lb. (kg) 3.55 13500 (6123) 7600 (3448) 4.6L 3V 3.73 15100 (6849) 9200 (4173) 3.31 14000 (6350) 8100 (3674) 3.55 15500 (7031) 9600 (4354) 5.4L 3.73 15500 (7031) 9600 (4354) 17100 (7756)* 11100 (5035)* *Maximum GCWR and trailer weight when equipped with Max Trailer Tow package. Trailer frontal area considerations: • Not to exceed towing vehicle frontal area 36 square feet (3.4 square meters) without the Class IV trailer towing package. • Not to exceed 60 square feet (5.52 square meters) with the Class IV trailer towing package-excluding vehicles with 3.15 rear axle ratio. • Not to exceed 45 square feet (4.18 square meters) with the Class IV trailer towing package for vehicles with 3.15 rear axle ratio only. Note: Do not exceed trailer weight of 5,000 lb. (2,268 kg) when towing with bumper only. 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 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. Weight distributing 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. 256 Engine SuperCrew 4x4 (157" wheelbase) Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus)