Dimensions
The dimensions must be observed in all ca-
ses when retrofitting a towing bracket
→ Fig. 161. Always observe the minimum
distance from the middle of the ball cou-
pling to the surface of the road D . The val-
ues refer to the ma
ximum loaded vehicle
including the maximum drawbar load.
Ask a suitably qualified workshop to retrofit
the towing bracket. It may be necessary to
carry out modifications on the cooling sys-
tem or fit heat shields, for example.
Install the towing bracket in accordance
with the installation instructions provided.
A retrofitted, non-removable tow coupling
must not obscure the registration number
or the lighting system at the rear of the ve-
hicle. Observe the country-specific regula-
tions on the use of a ball coupling →
.
WARNING
Electrical accessories that are not con-
nec
ted properly can cause faults in the
entire vehicle electronics system and also
cause accidents and serious injuries.
·
Never connect the trailer’s electrical
system directly to the electrical con-
nections of the tail light clusters or to
other unsuitable power sources. Only
a suitable connector may be used to
connect the trailer.
·
When retrofitting a towing bracket to
the vehicle, have the work carried out
by a suitably qualified workshop.
WARNING
If the towing bracket is incorrectly fitted
or unsuitable, the trailer c
an become de-
tached from the towing vehicle while driv-
ing, causing accidents and serious or fatal
injuries.
·
Have work on the towing bracket or the
retrofitting of a towing bracket carried
out only by a suitably qualified work-
shop.
Only use towing brackets intended for
the vehicle model, model year and ve-
hicle version b
y the respective manufactur-
er.
Trailer towing
Introduction
The vehicle can be used to tow a trailer if it
has the required technical equipment for
this.
The additional trailer load will aect the
amount of wear, energy consumption and
performance of the vehicle and, in certain
circumstances, could shorten the service
intervals.
Driving with a trailer not only places an ex-
tra load on the vehicle, but also requires in-
creased concentration on the part of the
driver.
Vehicles with Auto StartStop
If towing brackets that were not retrofitted
by an authorised dealer are used, or if
a towing bracket retrofitted by Ford is not
detected for system-related reasons, Auto
StartStop must be deactivated manually
using the button in the centre console
be
fore starting to tow a trailer and must
remain deactivated for as long as a trailer is
being towed →
.
T
railer with lighting function check
You must not use any trailer equipped with
a tail lamp or brake light that requires
a function check of these lights for its ap-
proval. Please contact the trailer manufac-
turer for information on the type of appro-
val that applies to your trailer.
Unused ball coupling
Swivel in or remove the ball coupling if
there is no trailer, bicycle carrier or similar
equipment mounted on it. This applies in
particular if the licence plate or the lighting
on the rear of the vehicle are obscured by
the unused ball coupling. Observe the
country-specific regulations on the use of
a ball coupling.
Engine cooling system
There is an increased load on the engine
and the cooling system when towing
a trailer. The cooling system must contain
sucient coolant and be able to cope with
the extra load due to trailer towing.
Trailer towing
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