Can I flat-tow my Ford F-150 truck?

Ford F-150 truck flat-towing instructions 

Yes, you can flat tow the Ford F-150 truck, and this page will show you how. If your Ford F-150 truck needs repairs, or you need a new Ford truck, visit Sherwood Ford. We’re located near Edmonton in Sherwood Park, AB. 

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Steps to flat-towing your Ford F-150 truck 

The video guide above is a great place to start if you’re trying to flat-tow your Ford F-150. Then, you can review any steps you missed in the list below. If you have any questions, let us know. 

1. Start your Ford F-150 truck. 
2. Press the 2H button on the four-wheel drive mode control. 
3. Press and hold the brake pedal and shift the transmission to neutral. 
4. Press the stop-start button once or use your key to turn off your vehicle. 
5. With your foot off the brake pedal, press the start-stop button once to switch your vehicle to accessory mode or turn the key to the on position. 
6. Press and hold the brake pedal. 
7. Press “Menu” on the steering wheel. 
8. Scroll to settings and select “Neutral Tow.” 
9. Press and hold the “OK” button until the screen shows a message confirming that neutral tow is enabled.  
10. Release the brake pedal. 
11. Leave your vehicle in neutral and switch off your vehicle once by pressing the start-stop button. 
12. For vehicles with a key, do not turn the ignition all the way to the off position. You must leave the key in the ignition while towing. 
13. Use the keyless entry keypad or an extra set of keys to lock and unlock your truck. 
14. Now you’re ready to tow your vehicle. 

What are the dangers of improperly towing your vehicle? 

If you don’t flat-tow your vehicle correctly, you could damage its transmission or gearbox. This is why it’s important to follow the steps above when you need to tow your truck. Double-check that you do everything as specified.