Preparing to tow, Tires, wheels and loading – FORD 2009 F-150 v.2 User Manual
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Crew Cab 4x2 (157” wheelbase)
Engine
Rear axle ratio
Maximum
GCWR-lb. (kg)
Maximum
trailer
weight-lb. (kg)
4.6L 2V
3.55
10600 (4808)
5100 (2313)
3.73
11100 (5035)
5600 (2540)
4.6L 3V
3.31
13500 (6123)
8000 (3629)
3.55
14900 (6759)
9300 (4218)
5.4L
3.15
14000 (6350)
8400 (3810)
3.55
15300 (6940)
9700 (4400)
Crew Cab 4x4 (157” wheelbase)
Engine
Rear axle ratio
Maximum
GCWR-lb. (kg)
Maximum
trailer
weight-lb. (kg)
4.6L 3V
3.55
13500 (6123)
7600 (3448)
3.73
15100 (6849)
9200 (4173)
5.4L
3.31
14000 (6350)
8100 (3674)
3.55
15500 (7031)
9600 (4354)
3.73
15500 (7031)
17100 (7756)*
9600 (4354)
11100 (5035)*
*Maximum GCWR and trailer weight when equipped with Max Trailer
Tow package.
Trailer frontal area considerations:
• Not to exceed towing vehicle frontal area 36 square feet (3.4 square
meters) without the Class IV trailer towing package.
• Not to exceed 60 square feet (5.52 square meters) with the Class IV
trailer towing package–excluding vehicles with 3.15 rear axle ratio.
• Not to exceed 45 square feet (4.18 square meters) with the Class IV
trailer towing package for vehicles with 3.15 rear axle ratio only.
Note: Do not exceed trailer weight of 5,000 lb. (2,268 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. Contact your authorized dealer or a
reliable trailer dealer as soon as possible if you require assistance.
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