2004-2012 Ford Ecosport SUV Towing -> TOWING THE VEHICLE ON FOUR WHEELS User Manual
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Towing  
Front-wheel drive vehicles must have the  
WARNINGS  
front wheels placed on a tow dolly when  
towing your vehicle from the rear using  
wheel lift equipment. This prevents  
damage to the transmission.  
It is recommended not to tow with  
the drive wheels on the ground.  
However, if it is required to move your  
vehicle from a dangerous location, do not  
tow your vehicle faster than 12 mph (20  
km/h) or further than 12 miles (20  
kilometers).  
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON  
FOUR WHEELS  
Do not tow your vehicle backward.  
All Vehicles  
WARNINGS  
In the event of a mechanical failure  
of the transmission the drive wheels  
must be lifted clear of the ground.  
Do not tow your vehicle if the  
ambient temperature is below 32°F  
(0°C).  
You must switch the ignition on when  
your vehicle is being towed.  
The brake and steering assistance  
will not operate unless the engine is  
running. Press the brake pedal harder  
and allow for increased stopping distances  
and heavier steering.  
Too much tension in the tow rope  
could cause damage to your vehicle  
or the vehicle that is towing.  
Do not use a rigid tow bar on the  
front towing eye.  
When towing your vehicle you must  
select neutral.  
Drive off slowly and smoothly without  
jerking the towed vehicle.  
Vehicles with Automatic  
Transmission  
WARNINGS  
If a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h) and  
a distance of 12 miles (20 kilometers)  
is to be exceeded the drive wheels  
must be lifted clear of the ground.  
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Ecosport (CBW) India  

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