Emergency Towing; Towing Description - Ford Ranger 2008 Owner's Manual

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In Case of an Emergency

Emergency Towing

Towing Description

We recommend that towing be done only
by an expert repairer, we recommend an
Authorised Ford Repairer or a commercial
tow-truck service.
Proper lifting and towing are necessary to
prevent damage to the vehicle.
Particularly when towing a 4×4 vehicle,
where all the wheels are connected to the
drive train, proper transporting of the
vehicle is absolutely essential to avoid
damaging the drive system. Government
and local laws must be followed.
A towed vehicle usually should have its
drive wheels (rear wheels) off the ground.
If excessive damage or other conditions
prevent this, use wheel dollies.
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Form No.F8M1-10-08I
Wheel dollies
Manual transmission
If the transmission, 4×4 system, rear axle,
and steering system are not damaged, the
vehicle may be towed on all four wheels.
If any of these components are damaged,
use wheel dollies or flatbed equipment.
Black plate (184,1)
CAUTION
Do not tow with sling-type equipment.
This could damage your vehicle. Use
wheel-lift or flatbed equipment.
CAUTION
Follow these instructions when towing
the vehicle with all wheels on the
ground or with the front wheels on the
ground and the rear wheels raised.
1. Shift to neutral.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC
position.
3. Release the parking brake.
Remember that power assist for the
brakes and steering will not be available
when the engine is not running.