2015 Ford Transit 150 Van Owner Manual Printing 3 - Page 166

Towing Calculating the Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight for Your Vehicle 1. Start with the gross combined weight rating for your vehicle model and axle ratio. See the previous charts. 2. Subtract all of the following that apply to your vehicle: • Vehicle curb weight • Hitch hardware weight, such as a draw bar, ball, locks or weight distributing hardware • Driver weight • Passenger(s) weight • Payload, cargo and luggage weight • Aftermarket equipment weight. This equals the maximum loaded trailer weight for this combination. Note: The trailer tongue load is considered part of the payload for your vehicle. Reduce the total payload by the final trailer tongue weight. Note: Consult an authorized dealer to determine the maximum trailer weight allowed for your vehicle if you are not sure. ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS Follow these guidelines for safe towing: • Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has covered at least 1000 mi (1,600 km). See Breaking-In (page 172). • Consult your local motor vehicle laws for towing a trailer. • See the instructions included with towing accessories for the correct installation and adjustment specifications. • Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. See Scheduled Maintenance (page 440). • If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions the rental agency gives you. For load specification terms found on the tire label, Safety Compliance label and instructions on calculating your vehicle's maximum load. See Load Limit (page 152). Remember to account for the trailer tongue weight as part of your vehicle load when calculating the total vehicle weight. Trailer Towing Connector (If Equipped) E163167 Your vehicle is fitted with both a 7 pin and 4 pin trailer wiring connector. 163 Transit (TTH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 03/2014, Third Printing