How to Place Transfer Case in Neutral for Flat Towing a 2018 Ford F-150
Question:
Towing a 150 Ford pick up. How do I get The transfer case in neutral so that all four wheels turn freely? I haven’t purchased the truck yet but I didn’t notice any neutral position on the transfer case switch.
asked by: Harlan
Expert Reply:
According to the owner's manual for a 2018 Ford F-150 you will need to do the following for a 4WD to get it in the Neutral position for flat towing:
1 - Put the ignition in the on position, but do not start the engine. If your vehicle has an ignition key, turn the key to on. If your vehicle has intelligent access, press the engine START/STOP button once without pressing the brake pedal.
2 - Press and hold the brake pedal.
3 - Rotate the four-wheel drive switch to 2H.
4 - Shift the transmission to neutral (N).
5 - Rotate the four-wheel drive switch from 2H to 4L and back to 2H five times within seven seconds.
Note: If completed successfully, the information display confirms that your vehicle is in neutral tow. This indicates that your vehicle is safe to tow with all wheels on the ground.
Note: If you do not see the message in the display, you must perform the procedure again from the beginning.
Note: You may hear an audible noise as the transfer case shifts into its neutral position. This is normal.
6 - Leave the transmission in neutral (N) and turn the ignition as far as it can go toward the off position. It does not turn fully off when the transmission is in neutral (N). If your vehicle has an ignition key, you must leave the key in the ignition while towing. To lock and unlock your vehicle, use the keyless entry keypad or an extra set of keys. If your vehicle has intelligent access, press the engine START/STOP button once without pressing the brake pedal. You do not need to leave your keys in the vehicle. You can lock and unlock your vehicle as you normally do.
7 - Release the brake pedal.
For a complete flat towing setup you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. I have linked out fitguide for a 2018 F-150 for you to filter through as well as a helpful article with different package recommendations that you can check out.
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