Procedure for Flat Towing 2007 Ford F-150 Behind Motorhome  

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The exact procedure will depend on which transfer case your truck is equipped with.

For a manual shift transfer case, you'd do as follows:

Release the parking brake.
• Turn the key in the ignition to the OFF position.
• Place the transmission in N (Neutral).
• Place the transfer case lever in N (Neutral).
• Do not exceed 55 mph (88 km/h) vehicle speed.
• The maximum recommended distance is unlimited.
• The vehicle must be towed in the forward position to ensure no damage is done to the internal transfer case components.

The transfer case N (Neutral) position overrides the transmission and puts the vehicle in neutral regardless of transmission gearshift lever position. The vehicle can move forward or backward. This position should only be used when towing the vehicle

If the truck has the electronic shift transfer case, the procedure is much more involved:

Release the parking brake.
• Turn the key in the ignition to the OFF position.
• Place the transmission in N (Neutral).
• Do not exceed a distance of 50 miles (80 km).
• Do not exceed 35 mph (56 km/h) vehicle speed.
• The vehicle must be towed in the forward position to ensure no damage is done to the internal transfer case components.

If a distance of 50 miles (80 km) or a speed of 35 mph (56 km/h) must be exceeded, you must disconnect the front (4x4 only) and rear driveshafts. Ford recommends the driveshafts be removed/installed only
by a qualified technician at an authorized dealer. See your authorized dealer for driveshaft removal/installation. Improper removal/installation of the driveshaft can cause transmission fluid or transfer case fluid loss, damage to the driveshaft and internal transmission and transfer case components.

In addition to the # BX2169 base plates you'd looked at, you'll also need a tow bar, base plates, a wiring harness, safety cables, a supplemental braking system and possibly a high/low adapter. I'd be happy to suggest some specific parts if you'd like.

I've linked to some articles about flat towing that you might find helpful.

expert reply by: Mike L

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