Towing Points; Transporting The Vehicle; Recovery Hook Location; Installing The Recovery Hook - Ford 2014 Escape Owner's Manual

TOWING POINTS

Due to local market requirements in some
countries, some vehicles may be equipped
with a recovery hook.

Recovery Hook Location

If your vehicle is equipped with a screw-in
recovery hook, it is located in the spare
wheel well.
If your vehicle is not equipped with a
recovery hook, you can purchase one from
your dealer.

Installing the Recovery Hook

There is an installation point for the
recovery hook located behind the fascia.
Note: The screw-in recovery hook has a
left-hand thread. Turn it counterclockwise
to install it. Make sure that the recovery hook
is fully tightened.
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Insert a suitable object to pry open the
cover (1). Use the recessed (notched)
portion of the cover. Screw in the recovery
hook (2).
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
Switch the ignition to the on position.
Failure to do so results in steering lock and
non-function of indicator and brake lamps.
Towing
Braking and steering efforts are high if the
engine is not running. Maintain increased
stopping distances.

TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE

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If you need to have your vehicle towed,
contact a professional towing service or,
if you are a member of a roadside
assistance program, your roadside
assistance service provider.
We recommend the use of a wheel lift and
dollies or flatbed equipment to tow your
vehicle. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford
Motor Company has not approved a
slingbelt towing procedure. Vehicle
damage may occur if towed incorrectly, or
by any other means.
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