Roadside Emergencies
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[ER13900(ALL)01/96]
When calling for a tow truck, tell the operator what kind of
vehicle you have. A towing manual is available from Ford
Motor Company for all authorized tow truck operators. Have
your tow truck driver refer to this manual for the proper
hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle.
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[ER14000(ALL)12/95]
Towing Your Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
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[ER14100(ALL)12/95]
At times, you may want to tow your vehicle behind another
vehicle, such as a recreational vehicle, a car, or a truck.
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[ER14200(ALL)12/95]
Before you have your vehicle towed:
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[ER14300(ALL)01/96]
■ Release the parking brake.
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[ER14400(ALL)12/95]
■ Move the gearshift to N (Neutral).
[ER14500(ALL)12/95]
■ Turn the ignition to the OFF position.
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[ER14600(ALL)12/95]
■ Unlock the steering wheel.
[ER14700(ALL)12/95]
Do not tow your vehicle at a speed faster than 35 mph
(55 km/h) or for a distance greater than 50 miles (80 km)
unless the drive wheels are placed on dollies.
[ER14800(ALL)12/95]
Do not tow your vehicle at a speed faster than 55 mph
(90 km/h) if you have a manual transaxle. Your maximum
towing distance is unlimited.
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[ER14900(ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Never use a tow bar that attaches to the bumper when
you tow your vehicle. This could damage the bumper
and cause an accident.
File:10cdero.ex
Update:Thu Sep 12 11:06:09 1996
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