Towing; Towing A Trailer; Tow Ball - Ford Fiesta Owner's Manual

TOWING A TRAILER

WARNINGS
Do not exceed 62 mph (100 km/h).
The rear tyre pressures must be
increased by 3 psi (0.2 bar) above
specification. See Technical
Specifications (page 179).
Do not exceed the maximum gross
train weight stated on your vehicle
identification plate. See Vehicle
Identification Plate (page 183).
Do not exceed the maximum
permissible nose weight, i.e. vertical
weight on the tow ball, of 110 pounds
(50 kilogrammes).
The electrical system is not suitable
for towing trailers with more than
one rear fog lamp.
Note: Not all vehicles are suitable or
approved to have tow bars fitted. Check
with your dealer first.
Place loads as low and central to the
axle(s) of the trailer as possible. If you are
towing with an unladen vehicle, the load
in the trailer should be placed toward the
nose, within the maximum nose load, as
this gives the best stability.
The stability of your vehicle to trailer
combination is very much dependant on
the quality of the trailer.
In high altitude regions above 3 281 feet (1
000 metres), the stipulated maximum
permitted gross train weight must be
reduced by 10% for every additional 3 281
feet (1 000 metres).

Towing

Steep Gradients
The anti-lock braking system does
not control the overrun brake on the
trailer.
Change down a gear before you reach a
steep downhill gradient.

TOW BALL

When not in use, always transport
the tow ball arm securely fastened
in the luggage compartment.
Take special care when fitting the
tow ball arm as the safety of your
vehicle and the trailer depends on
this.
Do not use any tools for mounting or
dismounting the tow ball arm.
Do not modify the trailer coupling.
Do not disassemble or repair the tow
ball arm.
A 13-pin trailer socket and the tow ball arm
seat are provided under the rear bumper.
Turn the trailer socket down through 90
degrees until it engages in the end position.
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WARNING
WARNINGS