2017-Focus-Owners Manual

Towing

TOWING A TRAILER WARNING

It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. If the vehicle is towed incorrectly, or by any other means, vehicle damage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. You can tow your vehicle from the front withwheel lift equipment to raise the front wheels off the ground. We recommend that you place the rear wheels on a dolly to prevent damage to the rear of your vehicle. You can towyour vehicle fromthe rear with wheel lift equipment. Note: You must place the front wheels on a dolly to prevent damage to the transmission. TOWING THE VEHICLE ON FOURWHEELS - MANUAL TRANSMISSION WARNING If your vehicle has a steering wheel lock make sure the ignition is in the accessory or on position when being

Your vehicle is not approved for trailer towing. Never tow a trailer with your vehicle. TRANSPORTINGTHEVEHICLE

towed. Recreational Towing

E143886 If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your roadside assistance service provider.

Note: Put your climate control system in recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust fumes from entering the vehicle. See Climate Control (page 103).

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