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    RECOMMENDED TOWING
    WEIGHTS
    Note: Do not exceed the trailer
    weight for your vehicle
    configuration listed in the chart
    below.
    Note: Make sure to take into
    consideration trailer frontal area.
    Do not exceed 12 feet 2
     (1.11 meters 2
    )
    for 1.5L GTDI and 2.5L TiVCT or 20
    feet 2
     (1.86 meters 2
    ) for 2.0L GTDI.
    Note: For high altitude operation,
    reduce the gross combined weight
    by 2% per 1,000 ft (300 m)
    starting at the 1,000 ft (300 m)
    elevation point. Note:
    Certain states require
    electric trailer brakes for trailers
    over a specified weight. Be sure to
    check state regulations for this
    specified weight. The maximum
    trailer weights listed may be limited
    to this specified weight, as the
    vehicle ’s electrical system may not
    include the wiring connector
    needed to activate electric trailer
    brakes.
    Your vehicle may tow a trailer
    provided the maximum trailer
    weight is less than or equal to the
    maximum trailer weight listed for
    your vehicle configuration on the
    following chart. Maximum trailer weight
    *
    Powertrain
    1000 lb (454 kg)
    1.5L GTDI
    2000 lb (907 kg)
    2.0L GTDI
    1000 lb (454 kg)
    2.5L TiVCT
    * Calculated with SAE J2807 method.
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    							ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
    Follow these guidelines for safe towing:
    •
    Do not tow a trailer until you drive your
    vehicle at least 1000 miles (1600
    kilometers).
    • Consult your local motor vehicle laws
    for towing a trailer.
    • See the instructions included with
    towing accessories for the proper
    installation and adjustment
    specifications.
    • Service your vehicle more frequently if
    you tow a trailer. See your scheduled
    maintenance information.
    • If you use a rental trailer, follow the
    instructions the rental agency gives
    you.
    You can find information on load
    specification terms found on the tire label
    and Safety Compliance label as well as
    instructions on calculating your vehicle's
    load in the Load Carrying chapter.  See
    Load Limit (page 209).
    Remember to account for the trailer
    tongue weight as part of your vehicle load
    when calculating the total vehicle weight.
    Hitches
    Do not use a hitch that either clamps onto
    the bumper or attaches to the axle.
    Distribute the trailer load so 10-15% of the
    total trailer weight is on the tongue.
    Safety Chains
    Note: Never attach safety chains to the
    bumper.
    Always connect the safety chains to the
    hook retainers of your vehicle hitch.
    To connect the safety chains, cross them
    under the trailer tongue and allow enough
    slack for turning tight corners. Do not allow
    the chains to drag on the ground. Trailer Brakes WARNING
    Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic
    brake system directly to your
    vehicle's brake system. Your vehicle
    may not have enough braking power and
    your chances of having a collision greatly
    increase. Electric brakes and manual, automatic or
    surge-type trailer brakes are safe if you
    install them properly and adjust them to
    the manufacturer's specifications. The
    trailer brakes must meet local and federal
    regulations.
    The rating for the tow vehicle's braking
    system operation is at the gross vehicle
    weight rating, not the gross combined
    weight rating.
    Trailer Lamps
    WARNING
    Never connect any trailer lamp wiring
    to the vehicle's tail lamp wiring; this
    may damage the electrical system
    resulting in fire. Contact your authorized
    dealer as soon as possible for assistance
    in proper trailer tow wiring installation.
    Additional electrical equipment may be
    required. Trailer lamps are required on most towed
    vehicles. Make sure all running lights, brake
    lights, turn signals and hazard lights are
    working.
    Before Towing a Trailer
    Practice turning, stopping and backing up
    to get the feel of your vehicle-trailer
    combination before starting on a trip.
    When turning, make wider turns so the
    trailer wheels clear curbs and other
    obstacles.
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    							When Towing a Trailer
    •
    Do not drive faster than 70 mph (113
    km/h) during the first 500 miles (800
    kilometers).
    • Do not make full-throttle starts.
    • Check your hitch, electrical connections
    and trailer wheel lug nuts thoroughly
    after you have traveled 50 miles (80
    kilometers).
    • When stopped in congested or heavy
    traffic during hot weather, place the
    gearshift in position P to aid engine and
    transmission cooling and to help A/C
    performance.
    • Turn off the speed control with heavy
    loads or in hilly terrain. The speed
    control may turn off automatically
    when you are towing on long, steep
    grades.
    • Shift to a lower gear when driving down
    a long or steep hill. Do not apply the
    brakes continuously, as they may
    overheat and become less effective.
    • If your transmission is equipped with a
    Grade Assist or Tow/Haul feature, use
    this feature when towing. This provides
    engine braking and helps eliminate
    excessive transmission shifting for
    optimum fuel economy and
    transmission cooling.
    • Allow more distance for stopping with
    a trailer attached. Anticipate stops and
    brake gradually.
    • Avoid parking on a grade. However, if
    you must park on a grade:
    1. Turn the steering wheel to point your vehicle tires away from traffic flow.
    2. Set your vehicle parking brake.
    3. Place the automatic transmission in position P.
    4. Place wheel chocks in front and back of the trailer wheels. (Chocks not
    included with vehicle.) Launching or Retrieving a Boat or
    Personal Watercraft (PWC)
    Note:
    Disconnect the wiring to the trailer
    before
     backing the trailer into the water.
    Note: Reconnect the wiring to the trailer
    after
     removing the trailer from the water.
    When backing down a ramp during boat
    launching or retrieval:
    • Do not allow the static water level to
    rise above the bottom edge of the rear
    bumper.
    • Do not allow waves to break higher
    than 6 inches (15 centimeters) above
    the bottom edge of the rear bumper.
    Exceeding these limits may allow water to
    enter vehicle components:
    • Causing internal damage to the
    components.
    • Affecting driveability, emissions, and
    reliability.
    Any time the rear axle submerges in water,
    replace the rear axle lubricant. Water may
    contaminate the rear axle lubricant, which
    is not a normal maintenance inspection
    item unless there is a possibility of a leak
    or other axle repair is required.
    TOWING POINTS
    Due to local market requirements in some
    countries, some vehicles may be equipped
    with a recovery hook.
    Recovery Hook Location
    If your vehicle is equipped with a screw-in
    recovery hook, it is located with the spare
    tire kit.
    Installing the Recovery Hook
    There is an installation point for the
    recovery hook located behind the fascia.
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    							Note:
    The screw-in recovery hook has a
    left-hand thread. Turn it counterclockwise
    to install it. Make sure that the recovery hook
    is fully tightened. Remove the recovery hook cover by prying
    it off at the notch with a screwdriver or
    similar object.
    Note:
    Use a soft cloth to cover the prying
    tool. This helps prevent scratch marks to
    the vehicle's paint. TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE
    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.
    We recommend the use of a wheel lift and
    dollies or flatbed equipment to tow your
    vehicle. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford
    Motor Company has not approved a
    slingbelt towing procedure. Vehicle
    damage may occur if towed incorrectly, or
    by any other means.
    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.
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    							It is acceptable to have your front-wheel
    drive vehicle towed from the front if using
    proper wheel lift equipment to raise the
    front wheels off the ground. When towing
    in this manner, the rear wheels can remain
    on the ground.
    Front-wheel drive vehicles must have the
    front wheels placed on a tow dolly when
    towing your vehicle from the rear using
    wheel lift equipment. This prevents
    damage to the transmission.
    Towing an all-wheel drive vehicle requires
    that all wheels be off the ground, such as
    using a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed
    equipment. This prevents damage to the
    transmission, all-wheel drive system and
    vehicle.
    TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
    FOUR WHEELS
    Emergency Towing
    WARNING
    If your vehicle has a steering wheel
    lock make sure the ignition is in the
    accessory or on position when being
    towed. If your vehicle becomes inoperable
    (without access to wheel dollies,
    car-hauling trailer, or flatbed transport
    vehicle), it can be flat-towed (all wheels
    on the ground, regardless of the powertrain
    and transmission configuration) under the
    following conditions:
    •
    Your vehicle is facing forward for
    towing in a forward direction.
    • Place the transmission in position N. If
    you cannot move the transmission into
    N
    , you may need to override it.  See
    Transmission (page 163). •
    Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
    • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80
    kilometers).
    Recreational Towing
    Note:  Put your climate control system in
    recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust
    fumes from entering the vehicle.  See
    Climate Control
     (page 120).
    Follow these guidelines if you have a need
    for recreational (RV) towing. An example
    of recreational towing would be towing
    your vehicle behind a motorhome. We
    designed these guidelines to prevent
    damage to your transmission.
    Front-wheel Drive Vehicles
    Front-wheel drive vehicles 
    CANNOT be
    flat-towed (all wheels on the ground) as
    vehicle or transmission damage may occur.
    It is recommended to tow your vehicle 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 Vehicles
    All-wheel drive vehicles 
    CANNOT be
    flat-towed (all wheels on the ground) as
    vehicle or transmission damage may occur.
    It is recommended to tow your vehicle with
    all four (4) wheels off the ground such as
    when using a car-hauling trailer. Otherwise,
    you cannot recreational tow your vehicle.
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    							BREAKING-IN
    You need to break in new tires for
    approximately 300 miles (480
    kilometers). During this time, your vehicle
    may exhibit some unusual driving
    characteristics.
    Avoid driving too fast during the first 1000
    miles (1600 kilometers). Vary your speed
    frequently and change up through the
    gears early. Do not labor the engine.
    Do not tow during the first 1000 miles
    (1600 kilometers).
    ECONOMICAL DRIVING
    Fuel economy is affected by several things
    such as how you drive, the conditions you
    drive under and how you maintain your
    vehicle.
    There are some things to keep in mind that
    may improve your fuel economy:
    •
    Accelerate and slow down in a smooth,
    moderate fashion.
    • Drive at steady speeds.
    • Anticipate stops; slowing down may
    eliminate the need to stop.
    • Combine errands and minimize
    stop-and-go driving.
    •When running errands, go to the
    furthest destination first and then
    work your way back home.
    • Close the windows for high-speed
    driving.
    • Drive at reasonable speeds. (Traveling
    at 65 mph/105 kph uses about 15%
    less fuel than traveling at 75 mph/121
    kph).
    • Keep the tires properly inflated and use
    only the recommended size. •
    Use the recommended engine oil.
    • Perform all regularly scheduled
    maintenance.
    There are also some things you may want
    to avoid doing because they reduce your
    fuel economy:
    • Avoid sudden or hard accelerations.
    • Avoid revving the engine before turning
    off the car.
    • Avoid long idle periods.
    • Do not warm up your vehicle on cold
    mornings.
    • Reduce the use of air conditioning and
    heat.
    • Avoid using speed control in hilly
    terrain.
    • Do not rest your foot on the brake
    pedal while driving.
    • Avoid carrying unnecessary weight
    (approximately 1 mpg [0.4
    kilometers/liter] is lost for every 400
    lbs [180 kilograms] of weight carried).
    • Avoid adding particular accessories to
    your vehicle (e.g. bug deflectors,
    rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski
    racks).
    • Avoid driving with the wheels out of
    alignment.
    DRIVING THROUGH WATER WARNING
    Do not drive through flowing or deep
    water as you may lose control of your
    vehicle.
    Note:
    Driving through standing water can
    cause vehicle damage.
    Note: Engine damage can occur if water
    enters the air filter.
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    							Before driving through standing water,
    check the depth. Never drive through water
    that is higher than the bottom of the front
    rocker area of your vehicle.
    When driving through standing water, drive
    very slowly and do not stop your vehicle.
    Your brake performance and traction may
    be limited. After driving through water and
    as soon as it is safe to do so:
    •
    Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the
    brakes and to check that they work.
    • Check that the horn works.
    • Check that the exterior lights work.
    • Turn the steering wheel to check that
    the steering power assist works.
    FLOOR MATS WARNINGS
    Always use floor mats that are
    designed to fit the foot well of your
    vehicle. Only use floor mats that
    leave the pedal area unobstructed. Only
    use floor mats that are firmly secured to
    retention posts so that they cannot slip out
    of position and interfere with the pedals
    or impair safe operation of your vehicle in
    other ways. Pedals that cannot move freely can
    cause loss of vehicle control and
    increase the risk of serious personal
    injury. WARNINGS
    Always make sure that the floor
    mats are properly attached to the
    retention posts in the carpet that are
    supplied with your vehicle. Floor mats must
    be properly secured to both retention posts
    to make sure mats do not shift out of
    position. Never place floor mats or any other
    covering in the vehicle foot well that
    cannot be properly secured to
    prevent them from moving and interfering
    with the pedals or the ability to control the
    vehicle. Never place floor mats or any other
    covering on top of already installed
    floor mats. Floor mats should always
    rest on top of vehicle carpeting surface and
    not another floor mat or other covering.
    Additional floor mats or any other covering
    will reduce the pedal clearance and
    potentially interfere with pedal operation. Check attachment of floor mats on
    a regular basis. Always properly
    reinstall and secure floor mats that
    have been removed for cleaning or
    replacement. Always make sure that objects
    cannot fall into the driver foot well
    while the vehicle is moving. Objects
    that are loose can become trapped under
    the pedals causing a loss of vehicle control. Failure to properly follow floor mat
    installation or attachment
    instructions can potentially cause
    interference with pedal operation causing
    a loss of vehicle control. 224
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    							To install floor mats, position the floor mat
    so that the eyelet is over the retention post
    and press down to lock in.
    To remove the floor mat, reverse the
    installation procedure.
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    							ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
    Vehicles Sold in the United States:
    Getting Roadside Assistance
    To fully assist you should you have a
    vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company
    offers a complimentary roadside
    assistance program. This program is
    separate from the New Vehicle Limited
    Warranty. The service is available:
    •
    24 hours a day, seven days a week.
    • For the coverage period listed on the
    Roadside Assistance Card included in
    your Owner's Manual portfolio.
    Roadside Assistance covers:
    • A flat tire change with a good spare, if
    provided with the vehicle (except
    vehicles supplied with a tire inflation
    kit).
    • Battery jump start.
    • Lock-out assistance (key replacement
    cost is the customer's responsibility).
    • Fuel delivery — independent service
    contractors, if not prohibited by state,
    local or municipal law, shall deliver up
    to 2 gal (7.6 L) of gasoline or 5 gal
    (18.9 L) of diesel fuel to a disabled
    vehicle. Roadside Assistance limits fuel
    delivery service to two no-charge
    occurrences within a 12-month period.
    • Winch out — available within 
    100 ft
    (30.5 m) of a paved or county
    maintained road, no recoveries.
    • Towing — independent service
    contractors, if not prohibited by state,
    local or municipal law, shall tow Ford
    eligible vehicles to an authorized dealer
    within 
    35 mi (56 km) of the
    disablement location or to the nearest authorized dealer. If a member
    requests a tow to an authorized dealer
    that is more than 
    35 mi (56 km) from
    the disablement location, the member
    shall be responsible for any mileage
    costs in excess of 
    35 mi (56 km).
    Roadside Assistance includes up to $200
    for a towed trailer if the disabled eligible
    vehicle requires service at the nearest
    authorized dealer. If the towing vehicle is
    operational but the trailer is not, then the
    trailer does not qualify for any roadside
    services.
    Vehicles Sold in the United States:
    Using Roadside Assistance
    Complete the roadside assistance
    identification card and place it in your
    wallet for quick reference. This card is in
    the owner's information portfolio in the
    glove compartment.
    United States Ford vehicle customers who
    require Roadside Assistance, call
    1-800-241-3673.
    If you need to arrange roadside assistance
    for yourself, Ford Motor Company
    reimburses a reasonable amount for
    towing to the nearest dealership within
    35 mi (56 km)
    . To obtain reimbursement
    information, United States Ford vehicle
    customers call 1-800-241-3673.
    Customers need to submit their original
    receipts.
    Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting
    Roadside Assistance
    Canadian customers who require roadside
    assistance, call 1-800-665-2006.
    Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using
    Roadside Assistance
    For your convenience, you may complete
    the roadside assistance identification card
    found in the centerfold of your warranty
    guide and retain for future reference.
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    							Canadian roadside coverage and benefits
    may differ from the U.S. coverage. If you
    require more information, please refer to
    the coverage section of your warranty
    guide, call us in Canada at
    1-800-665-2006, or visit our website at
    www.ford.ca.
    Sykes Assistance Services Corporation
    administers the Roadside Assistance
    program. You must receive covered
    services in Canada or the continental
    United States. Coverage extends to
    vehicles that use public, non-seasonal,
    annually traveled roadways. Roadside
    Assistance coverage does not extend to
    vehicles involved in cross-country driving,
    logging, autocross and any other form of
    off-road use. Well maintained roads and
    surfaces help ensure safe travel for the
    supplier, and allow their representatives
    to perform service as per the standard
    operating procedures.
    In Remote Locations
    If our supplier cannot take your vehicle by
    road to the nearest authorized dealership,
    transportation by rail or water may be
    necessary. The program covers a tow to
    the dock or rail terminal and also to the
    dealership at the end of the trip.
    For rail or water transportation, however,
    contact your authorized dealer to confirm
    if you are eligible for additional coverage
    before you authorize or pay for the service.
    Call the Ford Roadside Assistance at
    1-800-665-2006 for additional
    information.
    HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
    Note:
    If used when the vehicle is not
    running, the battery will lose charge. There
    may be insufficient power to restart your
    vehicle. The hazard warning button is
    located on the instrument panel.
    Use it when your vehicle is
    creating a safety hazard for other
    motorists.
    • Press the button to turn on the hazard
    warning function, and the front and
    rear direction indicators will flash.
    • Press the button again to turn them
    off.
    FUEL SHUTOFF WARNING
    Failure to inspect and, if necessary,
    repair fuel leaks after a collision may
    increase the risk of fire and serious
    injury. Ford Motor Company recommends
    that the fuel system be inspected by an
    authorized dealer after any collision. In the event of a moderate to severe
    collision, this vehicle includes a fuel pump
    shutoff feature that stops the flow of fuel
    to the engine. Not every impact will cause
    a shutoff.
    Should your vehicle shut off after a
    collision, you may restart your vehicle. For
    vehicles equipped with a key system:
    1. Switch off the ignition.
    2. Switch on the ignition.
    3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to re-enable the
    fuel pump.
    For vehicles equipped with a push button
    start system:
    1. Press the START/STOP button to
    switch off the ignition.
    2. Press the brake pedal and press the START/STOP
     button to switch on the
    ignition.
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