2008 Ford F150 Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 253

Tires, Wheels and Loading Engine Crew Cab 4x4 (151" wheelbase) Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) 3.73 3.73 3.55 3.55 3.73 3.73 12200 (5534) 11700 (5307) 14000 (6350) 13500 (6123) 15000 (6804) 14500 (6577) Maximum trailer weight-lb. (kg) 6600 (2994) 6100 (2767) 8200 (3719) 7700 (3493) 9200 (4173) 8700 (3946) 4.6L (with 17" tires) 4.6L (with 18" tires) 5.4L (with 17" tires) 5.4L (with 18" or 20" tires) 5.4L (with 17" tires) 5.4L (with 18" or 20" 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 Note: Do not exceed trailer weight of 5,000 lb (2268 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. See your authorized 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. 253 2008 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)