Ford Automobile User Manual page 161

Roadside emergencies
Towing vehicles with automatic
transmission
When a vehicle with an automatic
transmission is towed, the selector
lever must be in position N
(neutral).
Never tow a vehicle with an
automatic transmission
faster than 50 km/h or further
than 50 kilometres.
If it is necessary to tow the vehicle
a greater distance, the drive wheels
must be lifted clear off the ground.
Never tow a vehicle
backwards with the drive
wheels turning. If this instruction
is not adhered to, it could cause
damage to the automatic
transmission.
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Starting vehicles by towing or
pushing
To prevent damage you
must not push- or tow-start
your vehicle. Use jump leads and
a booster battery.