Just For Fun

This section is the closest I could find for my question. If there is a better place for this thread, please refer me to it. Otherwise, here goes...

I'm looking at a 2013 F150 Lariat 4x4 with most of the options I want. But I specifically need to "flat-tow" this behind a motorhome. On Chevys and Dodges it is as simple as placing the 4x4 into a neutral position, placing the transmission into "Park" and pull.

On the 2013 F150 Lariat 4x4 - the electric shift model (dial on the dashboard) not the floor mounted 4x4 shifter - on the 4x4 electric shifting dial, there is a picture of a vehicle chassis (on the bottom left) showing all four tires. I can't get a consistent answer from a dealer as to if this is what I need or not.

Any help here from someone alreading "flat-towing" this type vehicle?

KR Kodi

iTrader: (1)

First of all - welcome to the forum!!! This is the place to get answers to all your questions.


Second of all - this one has come up numerous times, and answers can easily be found with the search feature.


Third of all - RTFM!! (Awww - I just reread your post and you don't have the truck yet!!! So - the Owner's Manual is linked below!)


Below is a link to an online version of the 2013 Owner's Manual. Take a look at "Recreational Towing" starting on page 284 to get all the info you need about setting up the truck for flat towing.


http://www.fordservicecontent.com/Fo.../13f12om3e.pdf




Well....you'll also need to get some aftermarket stuff to attach a tow setup, and also to work your brakes and brake lights.


Good luck, and let us know how it goes!!
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KR Kodi

iTrader: (1)

A quick search using "flat towing" to search the titles of threads came up with a whole bunch.


Here's a real good one where forum member ShapeShifter has an excellent writeup of how he set his truck up for flat towing behind his motorhome:


https://www.f150forum.com/f38/settin...orhome-223232/


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Just For Fun

Thanks for this info.

I hope to have my pick up soon and I'll let you know what and when.

I'm really looking forward to this one!!!!!!!!!!

Just For Fun

WOW!!!!!!!!!!! I read through ShapeShifter thread on this install. Gotta say that I really envy anyone who has that level of teck ability - and guts to take on the task.

Me, I'll be paying a local trailer specialist to do the work.

Jeriko

the symbol you're describing sounds like the e-locker. There is a way to enable flat-towing, no worries.

1. Turn on truck to accessory. Not running, just on.
2. e-brake.
3. Shift transmission to neutral.
4. shift 4x4 switch from 4hi to 2hi five times within 7 seconds.
5. (OPTIONAL BUT RECOMMENDED) Turn climate control to re-circulate to prevent exhaust from your RV from stinking up your cab.
Congrats! Your truck should have shifted it's transfer case to neutral. Tow away.