Towing The Vehicle On Four Wheels - Ford ECOSPORT 2016 Owner's Manual

It is acceptable to have your front-wheel
drive vehicle towed from the front if using
proper wheel lift equipment to raise the
front wheels off the ground. When towing
in this manner, the rear wheels can remain
on the ground.
Front-wheel drive vehicles must have the
front wheels placed on a tow dolly when
towing your vehicle from the rear using
wheel lift equipment. This prevents
damage to the transmission.
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS
All Vehicles
WARNINGS
You must switch the ignition on when
your vehicle is being towed.
If your vehicle has a steering wheel
lock make sure the ignition is in the
accessory or on position when being
towed.
The brake and steering assistance
will not operate unless the engine is
running. Press the brake pedal harder
and be aware of increased stopping
distances and heavier steering.
Too much tension in the tow rope
could cause damage to your vehicle
or the vehicle that is towing.
Do not use a rigid tow bar on the
front towing eye.
When towing your vehicle you must
select neutral.
Drive off slowly and smoothly without
jerking the towed vehicle.
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Towing
Vehicles with Automatic
Transmission
Do not exceed a speed of 20 km/h
and a distance of 20 km unless the
drive wheels are lifted clear of the
ground.
It is recommended not to tow with
the drive wheels on the ground.
However, if it is required to move your
vehicle from a dangerous location, do not
exceed a speed of 20 km/h and a distance
of 20 km.
Do not tow your vehicle backward.
In the event of a mechanical failure
of the transmission the drive wheels
must be lifted clear of the ground.
Do not tow your vehicle if the
ambient temperature is below 0°C.
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WARNINGS