2001 Ford F150 Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 176

Driving Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage. TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may tow a class I, II or III trailer provided the maximum trailer weight is less than or equal to the maximum trailer weight listed for your engine and rear axle ratio on the following charts. Your vehicle's load capacity is designated by weight, not by volume, so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle. Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components carefully after any towing operation. Exceeding the maximum GCWR could result in extensive damage to your vehicle and personal injury. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight could result in engine damage, transmission/axle damage, structural damage, loss of control, and personal injury. Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR-kg Maximum trailer ratio (lbs.) weight-kg (lbs.) Regular Cab 4x2 w/automatic transmission 4.2L 3.31 4 077 (9 000) 2 177 (4 800) 4.2L 3.55 4 530 (10 000) 2 582 (5 800) 4.6L 3.08 4 530 (10 000) 907 (2 000) 4.6L 3.31 4 763 (10 500) 2 812 (6 200) 4.6L 3.55 5 209 (11 500) 3 261 (7 200) 5.4L 3.31 5 443 (12 000) 3 402 (7 500) 5.4L 3.55 5 897 (13 000) 3 856 (8 500) 5.4L 3.73 6 124 (13 500) 3 992 (8 800) 176