Ford Escape: Towing a Trailer / Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft. Towing Weights and Dimensions
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft
When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval:
- Do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper.
- Do not allow waves to break higher than 6 in (15 cm) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper.
Exceeding 6 in (15 cm) could allow water to enter vehicle components, causing internal damage to the components and affecting driveability, emissions and reliability.
Note: Replace the rear axle lubricant anytime the rear axle has been submerged in water.
Note: Disconnect the trailer wiring connector before backing the trailer into the water.
Note: Reconnect the trailer wiring connector after removing the trailer from the water.
Towing Weights and Dimensions
Recommended Towing Weights - 1.5L EcoBoost™
Note: All values calculated with SAE J2807 method.
Recommended Towing Weights - 2.0L
1 Vehicle without towing package.
2 Vehicle with towing package.
Note: All values calculated with SAE J2807 method.
Recommended Towing Weights - 2.5L
Note: All values calculated with SAE J2807 method.
What Is the Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
The maximum loaded trailer weight is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow.
For additional information, visit www.fleet.ford.com/ towing-guides.
Calculating the Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight for Your Vehicle
- Start with the gross combined weight rating for your vehicle model and axle ratio.
- Subtract all of the following
that apply to your vehicle:
- Vehicle curb weight.
- Hitch hardware weight, for example a draw bar, ball, locks or weight distributing hardware.
- Driver weight.
- Passenger weight.
- Payload, cargo and luggage weight.
- Aftermarket equipment weight.
This equals the maximum loaded trailer weight for this combination.
Note: The trailer tongue load is considered part of the payload for your vehicle. Reduce the total payload by the final trailer tongue weight.
Note: Consult an authorized dealer to determine the maximum trailer weight allowed for your vehicle if you are not sure.
Towing a Trailer Limitations. Loading Your Trailer. Trailer Towing Hints
Towing a Trailer Limitations
The vehicle's load capacity
designation is by weight, not by
volume, so you cannot necessarily
use all available space when
loading a vehicle or trailer...
Trailer Sway Control
How Does Trailer Sway Control Work
The system applies the brakes to the
individual wheels and reduces engine
torque to aid vehicle stability.
If the trailer begins to sway, the stability
control lamp flashes and the message
Trailer Sway Reduce Speed appears in
the information display...
Other information:
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Master Access Code
What Is the Master Access Code
The master access code is a factory-set five-digit entry code. You can operate the keypad with the master access code at any time. The master access code is on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box and is available from an authorized dealer.
Displaying the Master Access Code
To display the factory-set code in the information display:
