Ford 2011 Focus Owner's Manual page 170

Tires, Wheels and Loading
Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles equipped with a manual
transmission: If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission,
shifting the transmission into neutral permits "flat-towing" (all wheels on
the ground) for pulling behind a motorhome.
Before you tow your vehicle:
• Release the parking brake.
• Move the gearshift to the neutral position.
• Turn the key in the ignition to the off position.
• The maximum recommended speed is 70 mph (113 km/h).
• The maximum recommended distance is unlimited.
• The vehicle must be towed in the forward position to ensure no
damage is done to the internal transmission components.
In addition, it is recommended that you follow the instructions provided
by the aftermarket manufacturer of the towing equipment, if provided.
In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker
towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.
Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles equipped with an automatic
transmission: Do not tow the vehicle with the front drive wheels on the
ground. It is recommended to tow your vehicle with the front drive
wheels on a dolly or with all four (4) wheels off the ground on a
car-hauling trailer.
In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker
towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.
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