Ford 2003 Expedition v.2 Manuel d'utilisateur télécharger pdf (Page 241)

Preparing to tow

Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is

properly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable trailer

dealer if you require assistance.

Hitches

Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle’s bumper or attach to the

axle. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10%–15% of the

total weight of the trailer is on the tongue.

Load equalizing hitch

When hooking up a trailer using a load equalizing hitch, always use the

following procedure:

1. Park the unloaded vehicle on a level surface. With the ignition in the

ON position, apply the brake and place the gearshift lever in

(Overdrive) for 10 seconds, then return the gearshift lever to P (Park)

and release the brake. With the ignition still in the ON position, and all

doors closed, allow the vehicle to stand (without passengers) for several

minutes so that it can level.

2. Turn the air suspension (if equipped) control to OFF.

3. Measure the height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpers

at the center of the vehicle.

4. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizers so that

the front bumper height is within 0–13 mm (0.5 in) of the reference

point. After proper adjustment, the rear bumper should be no higher

than in Step 3.

5. Turn the air suspension (if equipped) control to ON.

Note: Adjusting an equalizing hitch so the rear bumper of the vehicle is

higher than it was unloaded will defeat the function of the load

equalizing hitch and may cause unpredictable handling.

Safety chains

Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers

of the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cross the

chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners.

If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency

gives to you.

Do not attach safety chains to the bumper.

Driving

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Ford 2003 Expedition v.2 Manuel d'utilisateur Page 241