Towing A Trailer - 2.0L Ecoboost Scti (Mi4); Retractable Tow Ball; Trailer Lighting - Ford FOCUS Owner's Manual

Note: Not all vehicles are suitable or
approved to have tow bars fitted. See an
authorized dealer for further information.

Trailer Lighting

The electrical system on your vehicle is not
suitable for towing trailers with LED lamps.
TOWING A TRAILER - 2.0L
ECOBOOST SCTI (MI4)
WARNING
Your vehicle is not approved for
trailer towing.

RETRACTABLE TOW BALL

WARNINGS
You will hear a warning tone when
the tow ball arm is not in one of the
locked positions. The warning tone
will switch off after 30 seconds. If you do
not hear the tone when moving the tow
ball arm or at system activation, do not
use the tow bar and have it checked by a
properly trained technician.
Only move the tow ball arm with
your hand. Never use your foot or
auxiliary tools as damage to the
mechanism may result.
Focus (CB8) Vehicles Built From: 26-08-2013, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013
Towing
A 13-pin trailer socket A is provided
underneath the rear bumper next to the
tow ball arm B.
Releasing the tow ball arm
Do not touch the tow ball arm during
the release process.
Note: If the release process is interrupted,
for example an obstacle in the way or loss
of power supply, the system will need to be
reset. To reset the system, repeat the
release process.
Note: The lamp in the switch illuminates
when the system is activated.
The following conditions must be met
before releasing the tow ball arm:
• The luggage compartment lid must be
open.
• The ignition must be switched off.
• No plug must be attached to the 13-pin
trailer socket.
• The battery voltage must be greater
than 11 volts.
1. Press the button until it illuminates to
activate the system.
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