2010 Ford Expedition EL Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish) - Page 753

Tires, Wheels and Loading Integrated hitch rating The standard integrated hitch has two ratings depending on mode of operation: • Weight carrying - requires a draw bar and hitch ball. The draw bar supports all the vertical tongue load of the trailer. • Weight distributing - requires an aftermarket weight distributing system which includes draw bar, hitch ball, spring bars and snap-up brackets. The vertical tongue load of the trailer is distributed between the truck and the trailer by this system. Maximum Maximum Gross Trailer Tongue Weight Weight - lb. - lb. (kg) (kg) Weight carrying 6000 (2721) 600 (272) Weight distributing 9200 (4173) 920 (417) These are hitch ratings only; actual vehicle ratings are dependent on engine, transmission and axle combinations. WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum tongue weight exceeds the limit of the towing system and could result in vehicle structural damage, loss of vehicle control and personal injury. 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 bumper. Use a load carrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10%-15% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue. WARNING: The trailer hitch on this vehicle is part of the vehicle rear crash safety structure. Do not remove the trailer hitch. Failure to follow this warning could compromise vehicle crash structure and increase the risk of injury in a rear end collision. 279 Mode 2010 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide (own2002), 1st Printing USA (fus)