2015 Ford Transit 350 Wagon Owner Manual Printing 3 - Page 169
2015 Ford Transit 350 Wagon Manual
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Towing The controller shows gain setting, output bar graph and the trailer connectivity status in the information display as follows: Message Action and Description Trailer Brake Gain: No Trailer Trailer Brake Gain: Output: Displays the current gain setting during a given ignition cycle and when adjusting the gain setting. This also displays if you use the manual control lever or make gain adjustments with no trailer connected. Displays when you press your vehicle's brake pedal, or upon use of the manual control lever. Bar indicators illuminate in the information display to indicate the amount of power going to the trailer brakes relative to the brake pedal or manual control input. One bar indicates the least amount of output; six bars indicate maximum output. Displays when the system senses a correct trailer wiring connection during a given ignition cycle. For example a trailer with electric trailer brakes. Displays when the system senses a trailer connection and then a disconnection, either intentional or unintentional, during a given ignition cycle, this is accompanied by a single audible tone. It also displays if a vehicle or trailer-wiring fault occurs causing the trailer to appear disconnected. This message can also display if you use the manual control lever without a trailer connected. Make sure the trailer brakes are in good working condition, functioning normally and correctly adjusted. See a trailer dealer if necessary. 2. Hook up the trailer and make the electrical connections according to the trailer manufacturer's instructions. 3. Use the gain adjustment + and buttons to increase or decrease the gain setting to the desired starting point. A gain setting of six is a good starting point for heavier loads. 4. In a traffic-free environment, tow the trailer on a dry, level surface at a speed of 20-25 mph (30-40 km/h) and slide the manual control lever completely. 1. Trailer Connected Trailer Disconnected Procedure for Adjusting the Gain Setting The gain setting sets the trailer brake controller for the specific towing condition. You should change the setting as towing conditions change. Changes to towing conditions include trailer load, vehicle load, road conditions and weather. The gain should be set to provide the maximum trailer braking assistance while making sure the trailer wheels do not lock when using the brakes. Locked trailer wheels may lead to trailer instability. Note: Only carry out this procedure in a traffic-free environment at speeds of approximately 20-25 mph (30-40 km/h). 166 Transit (TTH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 03/2014, Third Printing