Ford 2009 Flex v.1 User Manual download pdf (Page 249)

RECREATIONAL TOWING

Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to tow

your vehicle for personal travel (such as behind a motor home or a

truck).

In case of roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, please refer to

Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

These guidelines are designed to prevent damage to your vehicle.

Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles:

Tow your Front Wheel Drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground

or with the front wheels off the ground by using a tow dolly. If you are

using a tow dolly follow the instructions specified by the equipment

provider.

All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles:

Tow your All Wheel Drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground or

with all four wheels off the ground using a vehicle transport trailer. Do

not tow your All Wheel Drive vehicle with the front wheels off

the ground (by using a tow dolly) and the rear wheels on the

ground. This will cause damage to your AWD system. If you are using a

vehicle transport trailer, follow the instruction specified by the

equipment provider.

Note: If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, follow

these instructions:

• Tow only in the forward direction.

• Release the parking brake.

• Place the transmission shift lever in (N) Neutral.

• Place the ignition in the accessory position (refer to Starting in the

Driving chapter).

• Do not exceed 65 mph (105 km/h)

• Start the engine and allow it to run for five minutes at the beginning

of each day and at each fuel stop.

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Ford 2009 Flex v.1 User Manual Page 249