FORD 2013 Expedition v.3 - Manual (Page 261)

Vehicle type Towing package Maximum GCWR -
lb. (kg)
Two–wheel drive
(except EL and Max)
Two–wheel drive EL
(U.S.)
Two–wheel drive Max
(Canada)
Four–wheel drive
(except EL and Max)
Four–wheel drive EL
(U.S.)
Four–wheel drive Max
(Canada)
Optional 15000 (6804)
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 to Load limit in the Load Carrying chapter.
Remember to account for the trailer tongue weight as part of your
vehicle load when calculating the total vehicle weight.
Hitches
WARNING: The trailer hitch on this vehicle is part of the vehicle
rear crash safety structure. Do not remove the trailer hitch.
Failure to follow this warning could compromise vehicle crash structure
and increase the risk of injury in a rear end crash.
Do not use a hitch that clamps onto your vehicle’s bumper. Use a
load-carrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that
10–15% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue.
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2013 Expedition (exd)
Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, April 2013
USA (fus)