Trailer Towing
The 2017 Ford Explorer is designed for trailer towing, but it’s essential to follow the guidelines and recommendations outlined in this manual to ensure safe and proper towing.
Trailer Towing Selector
The Trailer Towing Selector chart provides information on the maximum loaded trailer weight, engine ratio, and frontal area limitations for different engine types and transmission configurations.
Required Equipment
Required equipment includes items that must be installed to ensure safe towing, such as the Class II or Class III Trailer Tow Package, depending on the trailer weight and engine type.
Frontal Area Considerations
The frontal area of the vehicle and trailer must be considered to ensure proper towing performance and to avoid exceeding the maximum trailer frontal area limitations.
Towing Safely
Towing a trailer demands attention to weight distribution, braking, and driving skills. Follow basic rules to tow safely, such as properly distributing the load, using safety chains, and checking tire pressure regularly.
Manual:
Download: 2017 Ford Explorer Owner’s Manual
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