trailer FORD E SERIES 2014 4.G User Guide

LOAD LIMIT
Vehicle Loading – With and Without a Trailer
This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/or
trailer, to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating
capability, with or without a trailer. Properly loading your vehicle will
provide maximum return of vehicle design performance. Before loading
your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining
your vehicle’s weight ratings, with or without a trailer, from the vehicle’s
Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label:
Base Curb Weight– is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of
fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, or
optional equipment.
Vehicle Curb Weight– is the weight of your new vehicle when you
picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket
equipment.
Payload– is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the
vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found
on the Tire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door
(vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a Tire
Label). Look for“THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND
CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg OR XXX lb.”for
maximum payload. The payload listed on the Tire Label is the maximum
payload for the vehicle as built by the assembly plant. If any aftermarket
or authorized-dealer installed equipment has been installed on the
vehicle, the weight of the equipment must be subtracted from the
payload listed on the Tire Label in order to determine the new payload.
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Cargo Weight– includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,
including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load
or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight.
GAW (Gross Axle Weight)– is the total weight placed on each axle
(front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload.
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)– is the maximum allowable
weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear).These
numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label.
The label shall be affixed to either the door hinge pillar,
door-latch post, or the door edge that meets the door-latch post,
next to the driver’s seating position. The total load on each axle
must never exceed its GAWR.
Note:For trailer towing information refer to theRV and Trailer Towing
Guideprovided by your authorized dealer.
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)– is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo +
passengers.
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)– is the maximum allowable
weight of the fully loaded vehicle (including all options, equipment,
passengers and cargo).The GVWR is shown on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label. The label shall be affixed to
either the door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the door edge that
meets the door-latch post, next to the driver’s seating position.
The GVW must never exceed the GVWR.
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GCW (Gross Combined Weight)– is the weight of the loaded vehicle
(GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer.
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)– is the maximum allowable
weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo and
passengers – that the vehicle can handle without risking damage.
(Important: The towing vehicle’s braking system is rated for operation at
GVWR, not at GCWR.) Separate functional brakes should be used for
safe control of towed vehicles and for trailers where the GCW of the
towing vehicle plus the trailer exceed the GVWR of the towing vehicle.
The GCW must never exceed the GCWR.
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight– is the highest possible weight of a
fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow. It assumes a vehicle with only
mandatory options, no cargo (internal or external), a tongue load of
10–15% (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15–25% (fifth wheel
trailer), and driver only (150 lb. [68 kg]).Consult your authorized
dealer (or theRV and Trailer Towing Guideprovided by your
authorized dealer) for more detailed information.
Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight– refers to the amount
of the weight that a trailer pushes down on a trailer hitch.
Examples:For a 5,000 lb. (2,268 kg) conventional trailer, multiply 5,000
by 0.10 and 0.15 to obtain a proper tongue load range of 500 to 750 lb.
(227 to 340 kg). For an 11,500 lb. (5,216 kg) fifth wheel trailer, multiply
by 0.15 and 0.25 to obtain a proper king pin load range of 1,725 to
2,875 lb. (782 to 1,304 kg)
WARNING:Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on
the Safety Compliance Certification Label.
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WARNING:Do not use replacement tires with lower load
carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower
the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a
higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and
GAWR limitations.
WARNING:Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could
result in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury.
Steps for determining the correct load limit:
1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo
should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lb.” on your vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will
be riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX
kg or XXX lb.
4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lb. and
there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lb. (1400-750 (5 x 150)
= 650 lb.).
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on
the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and
luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be
transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this
reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the available
amount of cargo and luggage load capacity:
•Suppose your vehicle has a 1400 lb. (635 kg) cargo and luggage
capacity. You decide to go golfing. Is there enough load capacity to
carry you, 4 of your friends and all the golf bags? You and four friends
average 220 lb. (99 kg) each and the golf bags weigh approximately
30 lb. (13.5 kg) each. The calculation would be: 1400 - (5 x 220) - (5
x 30) = 1400 - 1100 - 150 = 150 lb. Yes, you have enough load
capacity in your vehicle to transport four friends and your golf bags.
In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kg - (5 x 99 kg) - (5 x
13.5 kg) = 635 - 495 - 67.5 = 72.5 kg.
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TOWING A TRAILER
WARNING:Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on
the certification label.
WARNING:Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended
gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of your vehicle and could
result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss
of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury.
Note:For information on electrical items such as fuses or relays, see the
Fuseschapter.
Your vehicle’s load capacity designation is by weight, not by volume, so
you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle.
Towing a trailer places an extra load on your vehicle’s engine,
transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these
components periodically during, and after, any towing operation.
Load Placement
To help minimize how trailer movement affects your vehicle when
driving:
•Load the heaviest items closest to the trailer floor.
•Load the heaviest items centered between the left and right side
trailer tires.
•Load the heaviest items above the trailer axles or just slightly forward
toward the trailer tongue. Do not allow the final trailer tongue weight
to go above or below 10–15% of the loaded trailer weight.
•Select a tow bar with the correct rise or drop. When both the loaded
vehicle and trailer are connected, the trailer frame should be level, or
slightly angled down toward your vehicle, when viewed from the side.
When driving with a trailer or payload, a slight takeoff vibration or
shudder may be present due to the increased payload weight. You can
find more information about proper trailer loading and setting your
vehicle up for towing underLoad limitin theLoad Carryingchapter
and in theRV & Trailer Towing Guide,available at an authorized
dealer.
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RECOMMENDED TOWING WEIGHTS
Note:Do not exceed a trailer weight of 5000 pounds (2268 kilograms)
when towing with, or by, bumper only.
Note:Calculate the maximum trailer weight for all cutaway vehicles by
subtracting the weight of your vehicle (including incomplete vehicle
weight and payload, which includes second unit body weight, cargo and
passengers) from the gross combined weight. Otherwise, maximum
trailer weight is 10000 pounds (4536 kilograms).
Note:Do not exceed the trailer weight for your vehicle configuration
listed in the chart below.
Note:Make sure to take into consideration trailer frontal area. Do not
exceed 60 feet
2(5.57 meters2) trailer frontal area.
Note:Exceeding this limitation may significantly reduce the
performance of your towing vehicle. Selecting a trailer with a low
aerodynamic drag and rounded front design helps optimize performance
and fuel economy.
Note:For high altitude operation, reduce the gross combined weight by
2% per 1000 feet (300 meters) starting at the 1000 foot (300 meter)
elevation point.
Note:Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a
specified weight. Be sure to check state regulations for this specified
weight. The maximum trailer weights listed may be limited to this
specified weight, as your vehicle’s electrical system may not include the
wiring connector needed to use electric trailer brakes.
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 vehicle configuration on the following chart.
To calculate 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 following chart.
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
•Driver weight
•Passenger(s) weight
•Payload, cargo and luggage weight
•Aftermarket equipment weight.
3. This equals the maximum loaded trailer weight for this combination.
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Note:The trailer tongue load figures into the payload for your vehicle.
Reduce the total payload by the final trailer tongue weight.
Consult an authorized dealer to determine the maximum trailer weight
allowed for your vehicle if you are not sure.
Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWRMaximum trailer
weight
E-150 Regular, Recreational and Crew van
4.6L 3.73 11500 lb (5216 kg) 6000 lb (2722 kg)
4.6L 4.10 12000 lb (5443 kg) 6500 lb (2948 kg)
5.4L 3.73 and 4.10 13000 lb (5897 kg) 7500 lb (3402 kg)
E-150 Extended van
4.6L 3.73 11500 lb (5216 kg) 5900 lb (2676 kg)
4.6L 4.10 12000 lb (5443 kg) 6400 lb (2903 kg)
5.4L 3.73 and 4.10 13000 lb (5897 kg) 7300 lb (3311 kg)
E-150 Regular wagon (7 and 8 passenger)
4.6L 3.73 11500 lb (5216 kg) 5600 lb (2540 kg)
4.6L 4.10 12000 lb (5443 kg) 6100 lb (2767 kg)
5.4L 3.73 and 4.10 13000 lb (5897 kg) 7000 lb (3175 kg)
E-250 Regular, Recreational and Crew van
4.6L 3.73 11500 lb (5216 kg) 6000 lb (2722 kg)
4.6L 4.10 12000 lb (5443 kg) 6500 lb (2948 kg)
5.4L 3.73 and 4.10 13000 lb (5897 kg) 7400 lb (3357 kg)
E-250 Extended, Recreational and Crew van
4.6L 3.73 11500 lb (5216 kg) 5900 lb (2540 kg)
4.6L 4.10 12000 lb (5443 kg) 6400 lb (2903 kg)
5.4L 3.73 and 4.10 13000 lb (5897 kg) 7300 lb (3311 kg)
E-350 Regular, Recreational and Crew van
5.4L 3.73 and 4.10 13000 lb (5897 kg) 7400 lb (3357 kg)
6.8L 3.73 15000 lb (6804 kg) 9100 lb (4128 kg)
6.8L 4.10 18500 lb (8391 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg)
E-350 Extended, Recreational and Crew van
5.4L 3.73 13000 lb (5897 kg) 7200 lb (3266 kg)
6.8L 3.73 15000 lb (6804 kg) 9000 lb (4082 kg)
6.8L 4.10 18500 lb (8391 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg)
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Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWRMaximum trailer
weight
E-350 Regular wagon (11 and 12 passenger)
5.4L 3.73 and 4.10 13000 lb (5896 kg) 6700 lb (3039 kg)
6.8L 3.73 15000 lb (6804 kg) 8500 lb (3856 kg)
6.8L 4.10 18500 lb (8391 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg)
E-350 Extended wagon (11 passenger)
5.4L 3.73 and 4.10 13000 lb (5896 kg) 6500 lb (2948 kg)
6.8L 3.73 15000 lb (6804 kg) 8300 lb (3765 kg)
6.8L 4.10 18500 lb (8391 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg)
E-350 Extended wagon (14 and 15 passenger)
5.4L 3.73 and 4.10 13000 lb (5896 kg) 6300 lb (2858 kg)
6.8L 3.73 15000 lb (6804 kg) 8100 lb (3674 kg)
6.8L 4.10 18500 lb (8391 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg)
E-350 Cutaway single rear wheel 138–inch wheelbase
5.4L 4.10 13000 lb (5896 kg) 8000 lb (3629 kg)
6.8L 4.10 18500 lb (8391 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg)
E-350 Cutaway dual rear wheel 138–inch wheelbase
5.4L 3.73 10050 lb (4763 kg) 4900 lb (2223 kg)
5.4L 4.10 13000 lb (5897 kg) 7700 lb (3493 kg)
6.8L 4.10 18500 lb (8391 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg)
E-350 Cutaway single rear wheel 158–inch wheelbase
5.4L 4.10 13000 lb (5896 kg) 8000 lb (3629 kg)
6.8L 4.10 18500 lb (8391 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg)
E-350 Cutaway dual rear wheel 158–inch and 176–inch
wheelbase
5.4L 3.73 10050 lb (4763 kg) 4800 lb (2177 kg)
5.4L 4.10 13000 lb (5897 kg) 7700 lb (3493 kg)
6.8L 4.10 18500 lb (8391 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg)
E-350 Stripped chassis dual rear wheel 138–inch wheelbase
5.4L 4.10 13000 lb (5897 kg) 8400 lb (3810 kg)
6.8L 4.10 18500 lb (8391 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg)
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Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWRMaximum trailer
weight
E-350 Stripped chassis dual rear wheel 158–inch and 176–inch
wheelbase
5.4L 4.10 13000 lb (5897 kg) 8300 lb (3765 kg)
6.8L 4.10 18500 lb (8391 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg)
E-450 Cutaway
5.4L 4.56 14050 lb (6373 kg) 8500 lb (3856 kg)
6.8L 4.56 22000 lb (9979 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg)
E-450 Stripped chassis
5.4L 4.56 14050 lb (6373 kg) 9200 lb (4173 kg)
6.8L 4.56 22000 lb (9979 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg)
ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
Follow these guidelines for safe towing:
•Do not tow a trailer until you drive your vehicle at least 1000 miles
(1600 kilometers).
•Consult your local motor vehicle laws for towing a trailer.
•See the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper
installation and adjustment specifications.
•Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. See your
scheduled maintenance information.
•If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions the rental agency
gives you.
For load specification terms found on the tire label and Safety
Compliance label and for instructions on calculating your vehicle’s load,
refer toLoad limitin theLoad Carryingchapter.
Remember to account for the trailer tongue weight as part of your
vehicle load when calculating the total vehicle weight.
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Trailer Towing Connector (Vehicles with a Trailer Towing Package
and 7–Pin Connector)
When attaching the trailer wiring
connector to your vehicle, only use
a proper fitting connector that
works with the vehicle and trailer
functions. If your vehicle has a
trailer towing package, it may have
a 7–pin connector. Some connectors
may have the SAE J2863 logo,
which confirms that it is the proper
wiring connector and works correctly with your vehicle.
Color Function
1. Yellow Left turn signal and stop lamp
2. White Ground (-)
3. Blue Electric brakes
4. Green Right turn signal and stop lamp
5. Orange Battery (+)
6. Brown Running lights
7. Grey Reverse lights
Hitches
Do not use a hitch that either clamps onto the bumper or attaches to the
axle.
Distribute the trailer load so 10-15% of the total trailer weight is on the
tongue.
Weight-Distributing Hitches
WARNING:Do not adjust a weight-distributing hitch to any
position where the rear bumper of the vehicle is higher than it
was before attaching the trailer. Doing so will defeat the function of the
weight-distributing hitch, which may cause unpredictable handling, and
could result in serious personal injury.
When hooking-up a trailer using a weight-distributing hitch, always use
the following procedure:
1. Park the loaded vehicle, without the trailer, on a level surface.
2. Measure the height to the top of your vehicle’s front wheel opening
on the fender. This is H1.
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