2015 Ford Transit 150 Van Owner Manual Printing 3 - Page 167

Towing When attaching the trailer wiring connector to your vehicle, only use a correctly fitting connector that works with the vehicle and trailer functions. Some seven-position connectors may have the SAE J2863 logo, which confirms that it is the correct wiring connector and works correctly with your vehicle. Color Function To connect the safety chains, cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning tight corners. Do not allow the chains to drag on the ground. Trailer Brakes (If Equipped) WARNING Do not connect trailer hydraulic brake systems directly to the vehicle brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a crash greatly increase. Electric, manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if you install them correctly and adjust them to the manufacturer's specifications. Trailer brakes must meet local and federal regulations. The rating for the tow vehicle's braking system operation is at the gross vehicle weight rating, not the gross combined weight rating. Separate functioning brake systems are required for safe control of towed vehicles and trailers weighing more than 1500 lb (680 kg) when loaded. Integrated Trailer Brake Controller WARNING The Ford trailer brake controller has been verified to be compatible with trailers having electric-actuated drum brakes (one to four axles) and electric-over-hydraulic brakes. It will not turn on the hydraulic surge-style trailer brakes. It is the responsibility of the customer to make sure that the trailer brakes are adjusted appropriately, functioning normally and all electric connections are correctly made. Failure to do so may result in loss of vehicle control, crash or serious injury. Yellow White Blue Green Orange Brown Grey Left turn signal and brake lamp. Ground (-). Electric brakes. Right turn signal and brake lamp. Battery (+). Running lamps. Reverse lamps. Tow Hitch Do not use a tow hitch that either clamps on to the bumper or attaches to the axle. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that between 10% and 15% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue. Weight Distributing Hitches A weight distribution hitch is not recommended for use with your vehicle. Safety Chains WARNING Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. Always connect the safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of your vehicle's tow hitch. 164 Transit (TTH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 03/2014, Third Printing