Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... maximum payload can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to loading include base curb weight, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), gross axle weight rating (GAWR), gross combined weight rating (GCWR). Refer to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or...KG OR XXX LBS" to determine your vehicle can contribute to maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing...
... maximum payload can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to loading include base curb weight, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), gross axle weight rating (GAWR), gross combined weight rating (GCWR). Refer to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or...KG OR XXX LBS" to determine your vehicle can contribute to maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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Trailer Towing Trailer Towing TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may be properly balanced and secured. The combined total weight of the vehicle and trailer must be less than or equal to "RV & Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury Dealer for towing trailers (or may require a trailer tow package). Refer to the recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) and be equipped for additional information. 19 Before you operate your vehicle with a trailer, make sure that you comply with the guidelines in the "RV & Trailer Towing Guide".
Trailer Towing Trailer Towing TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may be properly balanced and secured. The combined total weight of the vehicle and trailer must be less than or equal to "RV & Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury Dealer for towing trailers (or may require a trailer tow package). Refer to the recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) and be equipped for additional information. 19 Before you operate your vehicle with a trailer, make sure that you comply with the guidelines in the "RV & Trailer Towing Guide".
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... by volume capacity (how much space is space available. In addition to maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for ... contribute to loss of passenger safety, including damage to loading include base curb weight, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), gross axle weight rating (GAWR), gross combined weight rating (GCWR). Once you have serious consequences in terms of vehicle control and vehicle rollover.
... by volume capacity (how much space is space available. In addition to maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for ... contribute to loss of passenger safety, including damage to loading include base curb weight, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), gross axle weight rating (GAWR), gross combined weight rating (GCWR). Once you have serious consequences in terms of vehicle control and vehicle rollover.
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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Trailer Towing Trailer Towing TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may require a trailer tow package). Refer to the recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) and be equipped for additional information. 19 Before you operate your vehicle with a trailer, make sure that you comply with the guidelines in the "RV & Trailer Towing Guide". The combined total weight of the vehicle and trailer must be less than or equal to "RV & Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury Dealer for towing trailers (or may be properly balanced and secured.
Trailer Towing Trailer Towing TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may require a trailer tow package). Refer to the recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) and be equipped for additional information. 19 Before you operate your vehicle with a trailer, make sure that you comply with the guidelines in the "RV & Trailer Towing Guide". The combined total weight of the vehicle and trailer must be less than or equal to "RV & Trailer Towing Guide," the "Owner's Guide" or see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury Dealer for towing trailers (or may be properly balanced and secured.
Tire Warranty 1st Printing
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...tires and cause misalignment of your tires for any such damage is found, the tire must the maximum cold inflation pressure or tire load rating be caused by a tire retailer at normal or highway speeds, examine your vehicle. Do not exceed this stage, your vehicle for further... and abnormal tire wear, particularly on the edges of the tire tread, which show up excessive heat that may be exceeded. TRAILER TOWING If you anticipate towing a trailer, you should visit a tire retailer for advice concerning the correct size tire and pressures. Tire size and pressures will wear...
...tires and cause misalignment of your tires for any such damage is found, the tire must the maximum cold inflation pressure or tire load rating be caused by a tire retailer at normal or highway speeds, examine your vehicle. Do not exceed this stage, your vehicle for further... and abnormal tire wear, particularly on the edges of the tire tread, which show up excessive heat that may be exceeded. TRAILER TOWING If you anticipate towing a trailer, you should visit a tire retailer for advice concerning the correct size tire and pressures. Tire size and pressures will wear...
6.0 Liter Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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...hitch has two ratings depending on mode of the trailer. • Weight distributing - The draw bar supports all the vertical tongue load of operation: • Weight carrying - requires a draw bar and hitch ball. The vertical tongue load of vehicle control and personal injury. 18 2006 Econoline (eco)...12500 (5670) 600 (272) 1250 (567) 6000 (2721) 12500 (5670) 600 (272) 1250 (567) Towing trailers beyond the maximum tongue weight exceeds the limit of the towing system and could result in vehicle structural damage, loss of the trailer is distributed between the truck and the trailer...
...hitch has two ratings depending on mode of the trailer. • Weight distributing - The draw bar supports all the vertical tongue load of operation: • Weight carrying - requires a draw bar and hitch ball. The vertical tongue load of vehicle control and personal injury. 18 2006 Econoline (eco)...12500 (5670) 600 (272) 1250 (567) 6000 (2721) 12500 (5670) 600 (272) 1250 (567) Towing trailers beyond the maximum tongue weight exceeds the limit of the towing system and could result in vehicle structural damage, loss of the trailer is distributed between the truck and the trailer...
6.0 Liter Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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...should be changed before reinstalling the oil pan drain plug. 2. Use Ford Engine Oil Filter Part No. 3C3Z-6731-AA (FL-2016) or... operating conditions require unique engine maintenance procedures: • towing a trailer over 10 minutes per hour of 10 miles (16 km) or less during freezing weather 39 2006 Econoline (eco) Supplement USA (fus) To replace the... or extended idling (over 1,000 miles (1,600 km) • sustained, high speed driving at Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (maximum loaded weight for a long time in severe dust conditions. • frequent, short trips of normal driving)....
...should be changed before reinstalling the oil pan drain plug. 2. Use Ford Engine Oil Filter Part No. 3C3Z-6731-AA (FL-2016) or... operating conditions require unique engine maintenance procedures: • towing a trailer over 10 minutes per hour of 10 miles (16 km) or less during freezing weather 39 2006 Econoline (eco) Supplement USA (fus) To replace the... or extended idling (over 1,000 miles (1,600 km) • sustained, high speed driving at Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (maximum loaded weight for a long time in severe dust conditions. • frequent, short trips of normal driving)....
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 151 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - Note: For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or ...the B-Pillar or the edge of control and personal injury. Exceeding the Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by a single axle (front or rear).
is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 151 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - Note: For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or ...the B-Pillar or the edge of control and personal injury. Exceeding the Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by a single axle (front or rear).
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... Wheels and Loading GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) - The GVWR is rated for trailers where the GCW of the towing vehicle plus the weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer - that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing vehicles' braking system is shown on the ...exceed the GCWR. 152 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) GCW (Gross Combined Weight) - is the maximum allowable weight of the driver's door. Exceeding the Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in ...
... Wheels and Loading GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) - The GVWR is rated for trailers where the GCW of the towing vehicle plus the weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer - that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing vehicles' braking system is shown on the ...exceed the GCWR. 152 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) GCW (Gross Combined Weight) - is the maximum allowable weight of the driver's door. Exceeding the Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...and GAWR limitations. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals 1,400 lbs. passengers in your vehicle's placard. 2. Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in your authorized dealer) for determining the correct load limit: 1. Subtract the combined weight of cargo and luggage load capacity. ...authorized dealer (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your vehicle. 3. The resulting figure equals the available amount of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. 4. In metric units (635-340 (5 x 68) = 295 kg.) 153 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) ...
...and GAWR limitations. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals 1,400 lbs. passengers in your vehicle's placard. 2. Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in your authorized dealer) for determining the correct load limit: 1. Subtract the combined weight of cargo and luggage load capacity. ...authorized dealer (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your vehicle. 3. The resulting figure equals the available amount of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. 4. In metric units (635-340 (5 x 68) = 295 kg.) 153 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... luggage capacity. The above calculations also assume that does not overload the Front or the Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating specified for 12-100 lb. (45 kg) bags of the driver's door. 154 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) In metric units, the ...been planning for your vehicle on the Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label found on the vehicle. In metric units, the calculation would be towing a trailer, load from the local home improvement store to go golfing. If you and your vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have...
... luggage capacity. The above calculations also assume that does not overload the Front or the Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating specified for 12-100 lb. (45 kg) bags of the driver's door. 154 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) In metric units, the ...been planning for your vehicle on the Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label found on the vehicle. In metric units, the calculation would be towing a trailer, load from the local home improvement store to go golfing. If you and your vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...10 20500 (9299) 21500 (9752) 4.30 22500 (10206) 23000 (10433) F-450/F-550 6.8L 4.88/5.38 26000 (11793) 26000 (11793) Engine 156 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to your 6.0 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner's ...and suspension. Maximum GCWR - The following chart/table, or the GVWR, GAWR or tire ratings specified on your vehicle on the following trailer towing charts apply to and after any towing operation. Inspect these components carefully prior to vehicles equipped with diesel engines, refer to Transmission ...
...10 20500 (9299) 21500 (9752) 4.30 22500 (10206) 23000 (10433) F-450/F-550 6.8L 4.88/5.38 26000 (11793) 26000 (11793) Engine 156 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to your 6.0 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner's ...and suspension. Maximum GCWR - The following chart/table, or the GVWR, GAWR or tire ratings specified on your vehicle on the following trailer towing charts apply to and after any towing operation. Inspect these components carefully prior to vehicles equipped with diesel engines, refer to Transmission ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... standard integrated hitch has two ratings depending on the tongue. requires a draw bar and hitch ball. See your vehicle. Tires, Wheels and Loading Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for conventional towing or 15%-25% fifth-wheel towing of the total weight of the trailer is on mode of the trailer. • ...with adapter (requires 2" drawbar) All SRW Pickups and 5.4L DRW Pickups 2" receiver Weight carrying Weight distributing Weight carrying Weight distributing Weight carrying Weight distributing 157 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... standard integrated hitch has two ratings depending on the tongue. requires a draw bar and hitch ball. See your vehicle. Tires, Wheels and Loading Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for conventional towing or 15%-25% fifth-wheel towing of the total weight of the trailer is on mode of the trailer. • ...with adapter (requires 2" drawbar) All SRW Pickups and 5.4L DRW Pickups 2" receiver Weight carrying Weight distributing Weight carrying Weight distributing Weight carrying Weight distributing 157 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... the indicator will display the GAIN setting, OUTPUT bar graph and light the trailer indicator red. 159 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Sliding the manual ... be compatible with trailers having electric-actuated drum brakes (one to a minimum of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR. If the connection is lost while the vehicle ...after the ignition is turned on the towing vehicle's brake pressure. Pressing and holding a button will turn off , then on again. • If no trailer braking). The Ford TBC has only been verified to be...
... the indicator will display the GAIN setting, OUTPUT bar graph and light the trailer indicator red. 159 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Sliding the manual ... be compatible with trailers having electric-actuated drum brakes (one to a minimum of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR. If the connection is lost while the vehicle ...after the ignition is turned on the towing vehicle's brake pressure. Pressing and holding a button will turn off , then on again. • If no trailer braking). The Ford TBC has only been verified to be...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... long distances, your vehicle will also assist in this chapter. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. • Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur. • Your vehicle may shut off the speed control. If the spare tire is different in size (diameter... at lower speeds than the truck. • When towing, operate the vehicle at higher speeds. 163 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for limitations when using. Trailer towing safety tips General • Ensure that the trailer,...
... long distances, your vehicle will also assist in this chapter. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. • Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur. • Your vehicle may shut off the speed control. If the spare tire is different in size (diameter... at lower speeds than the truck. • When towing, operate the vehicle at higher speeds. 163 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for limitations when using. Trailer towing safety tips General • Ensure that the trailer,...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...Rating - - 15A* 20A* 10A* 15A* 20A* 20A* 20A* Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Not used Not used Exterior lamps Flasher, Brake On-Off (BOO) lamps Body Security Module (BSM) (Security) Trailer tow... Electric Brake Controller (EBC) Heated seats Engine control Engine control (gasoline engine only)/Climate control (Diesel engine only) Tow haul..., Blower relay, Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) Not used Airbags Ignition switch RUN feed Trailer tow EBC ... (Low current) Instrument cluster Not used Horn Trailer tow park lamps Heated mirrors 209 24 15A* 25 26...
...Rating - - 15A* 20A* 10A* 15A* 20A* 20A* 20A* Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Not used Not used Exterior lamps Flasher, Brake On-Off (BOO) lamps Body Security Module (BSM) (Security) Trailer tow... Electric Brake Controller (EBC) Heated seats Engine control Engine control (gasoline engine only)/Climate control (Diesel engine only) Tow haul..., Blower relay, Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) Not used Airbags Ignition switch RUN feed Trailer tow EBC ... (Low current) Instrument cluster Not used Horn Trailer tow park lamps Heated mirrors 209 24 15A* 25 26...
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... Not used Power seat (Driver) Starter Power seat (Passenger) Upfitter control Ignition switch Not used Back-up lamps Not used Trailer tow battery charge Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Not used 210 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 40 41 42... 43 44 45 46 47 48 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 210 211 212 301 302 303 Fuse Amp Rating...
... Not used Power seat (Driver) Starter Power seat (Passenger) Upfitter control Ignition switch Not used Back-up lamps Not used Trailer tow battery charge Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Not used 210 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 40 41 42... 43 44 45 46 47 48 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 210 211 212 301 302 303 Fuse Amp Rating...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... 5 6 7 Fuse Amp Rating 30A* 40A* 30A* - 50A* - 30A* Power Distribution Box Description Wipers Blower Electronic Shift on the Fly (ESOF) Not used Injector Driver Module (IDM) (Diesel engine only) Not used Horizontal Fuel Conditioner Module (HFCM) (Diesel engine only) Shunt Trailer tow turn signals Powertrain Control Module... (PCM) keep alive power, Canister vent solenoid (gasoline engine only) Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) 8 9 10 - 20A** 10A** 11 212 10A** 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (...
... 5 6 7 Fuse Amp Rating 30A* 40A* 30A* - 50A* - 30A* Power Distribution Box Description Wipers Blower Electronic Shift on the Fly (ESOF) Not used Injector Driver Module (IDM) (Diesel engine only) Not used Horizontal Fuel Conditioner Module (HFCM) (Diesel engine only) Shunt Trailer tow turn signals Powertrain Control Module... (PCM) keep alive power, Canister vent solenoid (gasoline engine only) Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) 8 9 10 - 20A** 10A** 11 212 10A** 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (...
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... Location 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 201 202 203 204 205 206 301 302 303 304 Fuse Amp Rating 2A** 15A** - 15A** - 10A** 10A** - 10A** - 60A*** 60A*** 1⁄2 ISO relay 12 ⁄ ISO relay ⁄ ISO relay - 1⁄2 ISO relay 1⁄2 ISO relay Full... used IDM logic (Diesel engine only) Not used A/C clutch IDM relay (Diesel engine only) Not used Trailer tow back-up lamps Not used ABS (Coils) ABS (Pump) Trailer tow right turn signal/stop lamp Trailer tow left turn signal/stop lamp A/C clutch Not used DRL #1 DRL #2 DRL #3 HFCM Blower IDM (Diesel engine only...
... Location 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 201 202 203 204 205 206 301 302 303 304 Fuse Amp Rating 2A** 15A** - 15A** - 10A** 10A** - 10A** - 60A*** 60A*** 1⁄2 ISO relay 12 ⁄ ISO relay ⁄ ISO relay - 1⁄2 ISO relay 1⁄2 ISO relay Full... used IDM logic (Diesel engine only) Not used A/C clutch IDM relay (Diesel engine only) Not used Trailer tow back-up lamps Not used ABS (Coils) ABS (Pump) Trailer tow right turn signal/stop lamp Trailer tow left turn signal/stop lamp A/C clutch Not used DRL #1 DRL #2 DRL #3 HFCM Blower IDM (Diesel engine only...