Vehicles Equipped With A Manual Transmission; 2Wd Vehicles Equipped With An Automatic Transmissions; 4Wd Vehicles Equipped With An Automatic Transmission And Electronic Shift Transfer Case (Neutral Tow Kit Accessory); Camper Bodies - Ford 2011 Ranger Owner's Manual

Tires, Wheels and Loading

Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission:

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/unlocked position.
• The maximum towing speed is 55 mph (88 km/h).
• The maximum recommended distance is unlimited.
• Put 4WD switch in 2WD mode (4WD only)
• The vehicle must be towed in the forward direction 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.
2WD vehicles equipped with an automatic transmissions: Do not
tow your vehicle with any wheels on the ground, as vehicle or
transmission damage may occur. It is recommended to tow your vehicle
with all four (4) wheels off the ground such as when using a car-hauling
trailer. Otherwise, no recreational towing is permitted.
4WD vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission and
electronic shift transfer case (Neutral tow kit accessory):
On vehicles equipped with 4WD, an accessory is available that allows you
to tow your vehicle, behind another vehicle, with all the wheels on the
ground. Contact your authorized dealer for more details. Do not tow your
vehicle with all wheels on the ground unless you install the neutral tow
kit as vehicle damage may occur.
In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker
towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

CAMPER BODIES

Your vehicle is not recommended for slide-in camper bodies.
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