Driving
working properly, the warning
lights in the instrument cluster
may not work properly.
Using a hitch
Do not use hitches that:
•
•
clamp onto the vehicle bumper
attach to the axle.
Distribute the load so that only 10
to 15% of the total weight of the
trailer is on the tongue. tie down
the load so that it does not shift
and change the weight on the
hitch. Follow the towing
instructions of a reputable rental
agency.
Driving while towing a trailer
Do not drive faster than 70 km/h
(
(
faster than 72 km/h (45 mph) with
any weight trailer while towing in
hilly terrain or on hot days.
45 mph) while towing a 454 kg
1000 lb) trailer. Do not drive
Speed control (if equipped) may
not work properly while towing on
long, steep grades.
If driving with an automatic
transmission:
•
•
use D or L rather than while
towing up or down steep hills
anticipate stops and brake
gradually.
Towing behind another vehicle
Do not tow your vehicle behind
another vehicle, such as an RV,
unless front wheel dollies are used.
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| Categories | Ford Explorer Manuals, Ford Manuals |
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| Document Type | Free Auto PDF Manual Download. |
| Model Year | 1997 |
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