Ford E-350 SRW Cutaway And Stripped Chassis Instruction Manual
- June 10, 2024
- Ford
Table of Contents
2025 FORD E-SERIES® CUTAWAY AND STRIPPED CHASSIS
E-350
Cutaway DRW in Oxford White
TRAILER TOWING SELECTOR
MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT = GCWR (lbs.) - Vehicle GVW or 10,000 pounds, whichever is less
Automatic Transmission
E-SERIES CUTAWAY
Engine| Axle| GVWR (lbs.)| E-350 SRW 138.0″ WB| E-350
SRW 158.0″ WB| E-350 DRW 138.0″ WB| E-350 DRW 158.0″ WB| E-350
DRW 176.0″ WB| E-450 DRW 158.0″ WB| E-450 DRW 176.0″ WB
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
7.3L V8 Premium| 4.10| 10,050| 18,500| 18,500| | | | |
11,500| | | 18,500| 18,500| | |
12,500| | | | 18,500| 18,500| |
4.56| 10,050| 18,500| 18,500| | | | |
11,500| | | 18,500| | | |
12,500| | | | 18,500| 18,500| |
14,000| | | | | | 22,000| 22,000
14,500| | | | | | 22,000| 22,000
E-SERIES STRIPPED CHASSIS
Engine| Axle| GVWR (lbs.)| E-350 DRW 138.0″ WB| E-350
DRW 158.0″ WB| E-350 DRW 176.0″ WB| E-450 DRW 158.0″ WB| E-450
DRW 176.0″ WB
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
7.3L V8 Premium| 4.10| 10,050| | | | |
11,500| 18,500| | | |
12,500| | 18,500| 18,500| |
4.56| 10,050| | | | |
11,500| 18,500| | | |
12,500| | 18,500| 18,500| |
14,000| | | | 22,000| 22,000
14,500| | | | 22,000| 22,000
Notes:
- Do not exceed trailer weight of 5,000 lbs. when towing with bumper only.
- Do not exceed the Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight.
- Combined weight of vehicle and trailer cannot exceed listed GCWR.
FRONTAL AREA LIMITATION
Frontal Area is the total area in square feet that a moving vehicle and
trailer exposes to air resistance.
The maximum trailer frontal area that must be considered for an E-Series
Cutaway /trailer combination is *82 sq. ft. for all applications*.
Exceeding this limitation may significantly reduce the performance of your
towing vehicle.
Base vehicle frontal area.
REAR AXLE RATIO CODES
If you do not know the axle ratio of your vehicle, check its Truck Safety
Compliance Certification Label (located on the left front door lock facing or
the door latch post pillar). Below the bar code, you will see the word AXLE
and a two-digit code. Use this chart to find the axle ratio that corresponds
to that code:
|
Rear Axle Ratio
| Non-Limited Slip|
Limited Slip
---|---|---|---
E-Series Cutaway
| 4.101| 52/56| E2/E6
1. DRW models only.| 4.56| 58/83/85|
E8/F3/F5
Maximum towing capabilities are for properly equipped vehicles with required equipment and a 150-lb. driver and passenger and vary based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories, option content and number of passengers. For additional information, see your Ford Dealer.
The content provided on this page is not “vehicle specific” and should be considered as basic towing information.
TOWING BASICS
Towing a trailer is demanding on your vehicle, your trailer and your personal driving skills. Follow some basic rules that will help you tow safely and have a lot more fun.
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Cargo And Weight Distribution
For optimum handling and braking, the load must be properly distributed
Keep center of gravity low for best handling
Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and weight distribution
Approximately 60% of the allowable cargo weight should be in the front half of
the trailer and 40% in the rear (within limits of tongue load or king pin
weight)
Load should be balanced from side-to-side to optimize handling and tire wear
Load must be firmly secured to prevent shifting during cornering or braking,
which could result in a sudden loss of control
Before Starting
Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing up your
trailer in an area away from heavy traffic
Know clearance required for trailer roof
Check equipment (make a checklist)
Backing Up
Back up slowly, with someone spotting near the rear of the trailer to guide
you
Place one hand at bottom of steering wheel and move it in the direction you
want the trailer to go
Make small steering inputs – slight movement of steering wheel results in much
greater movement in rear of trailer
Braking
Allow considerably more distance for stopping with trailer attached
Remember, the braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), not Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)
If your tow vehicle is an F-150®, F-Series Super Duty®, Transit® or
Expedition® and your trailer has electric brakes, the optional Integrated
Trailer Brake Controller (TBC) assists in smooth and effective trailer braking
by powering the trailer’s electric or electric-over hydraulic brakes with
proportional output based on the towing vehicle’s brake pressure
If you are experiencing trailer sway and your vehicle is equipped with
electric brakes and a brake controller, activate the trailer brakes with the
brake controller by hand. Do not apply the tow vehicle brakes as this can
result in increased sway
Turning
When turning, be sure to swing wide enough to allow trailer to avoid curbs and
other obstructions
Towing On Hills
Downshift the transmission to assist braking on steep downgrades and to
increase power (reduce lugging) when climbing hills
With TorqShift® transmission, select tow/haul mode to automatically eliminate
unwanted gear search when going uphill and help control vehicle speed when
going downhill
Parking With A Trailer
Whenever possible, vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade.
However, if it is necessary, place wheel chocks under the trailer’s wheels,
following the instructions below
Apply the foot service brakes and hold
Have another person place the wheel chocks under the trailer wheels on the
downgrade side
Once the chocks are in place, release brake pedal, making sure the chocks will
hold the vehicle and trailer
Apply the parking brake
Shift automatic transmission into park, or manual transmission into reverse
With 4-wheel drive, make sure the transfer case is not in neutral (if
applicable)
Starting Out Parked On A Grade
Apply the foot service brake and hold
Start the engine with transmission in park (automatic) or neutral (manual)
Shift the transmission into gear and release the parking brake
Release the brake pedal and move the vehicle uphill to free the chocks
Apply the brake pedal while another person retrieves the chocks
Acceleration And Passing
The added weight of the trailer can dramatically decrease the acceleration of
the towing vehicle – exercise caution
When passing a slower vehicle, be sure to allow extra distance. Remember, the
added length of the trailer must clear the other vehicle before you can pull
back in
Signal and make your pass on level terrain with plenty of clearance
If necessary, downshift for improved acceleration
Driving With An Automatic Overdrive Transmission
With certain automatic overdrive transmissions, towing – especially in hilly
areas – may cause excessive shifting between overdrive and the next lower gear
To eliminate this condition and achieve steadier performance, overdrive can be
locked out (see vehicle Owner’s Manual)
If excessive shifting does not occur, use overdrive to help enhance
performance
Overdrive may also be locked out to obtain engine braking on downgrades
When available, select tow/haul mode to automatically eliminate unwanted gear
search and help control vehicle speed when going downhill
Driving With Cruise Control¹
Turn off the cruise control with heavy loads or in hilly terrain. The cruise
control may turn off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades.
Use caution while driving on wet roads and avoid using cruise control in rainy
or winter weather conditions
1. Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the
driver’s attention, judgement and need to control the vehicle. It does not
replace safe driving. See Owner’s Manual for details and limitations.
Tire Pressure
Underinflated tires get hot and may fail, leading to possible loss of vehicle
control
Overinflated tires may wear unevenly and compromise traction and stopping
capability
Tires should be checked often for conformance to recommended cold inflation
pressures
Spare Tire Use
A conventional, identical full-size spare tire is required for trailer towing
(mini, compact and dissimilar full-size spare tires should not be used; always
replace the spare tire with a new road tire as soon as possible)
On The Road
After about 50 miles, stop in a protected location and double-check:
Trailer hitch attachment
Lights and electrical connections
Trailer wheel lug nuts for tightness
Engine oil – check regularly throughout your trip
High Altitude Operation
Your vehicle may have reduced performance when operating at high altitudes and
when heavily loaded or towing a trailer. While driving at elevation, in order
to match driving performance as perceived at sea level, reduce Gross Vehicle
Weight (GVW) and Gross Combination Weight (GCW) by 2% per 1,000 ft. elevation
Powertrain/Frontal Area Considerations
The charts in this Guide show the minimum powertrain needed to achieve an
acceptable towing performance for the listed GCW of tow vehicle and trailer
Under certain conditions, however, (e.g., when the trailer has a large frontal
area that adds substantial air drag or when trailering in hilly or mountainous
terrain) it is wise to choose a vehicle with a higher rating
Towing performance is maximized with a low-drag, rounded front design trailer
Selecting A Trim Series
Your specific vehicle’s tow capability could be reduced based on weight of
selected trim series and option content
Note: For additional trailering information pertaining to your vehicle, refer
to the vehicle Owner’s Manual.
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