1996 Ford F250 Owner's Manual - Page 280

There are no wrecker or recreational vehicle towing restrictions on method or distance if the above preparations are made. u Vehicle speed should not exceed 55 mph (88 km/h). This applies with the front wheels off the ground, the rear wheels off the ground, or both front and rear wheels on the ground. Towing Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles With Touch Drive Electric Shift Transfer Case u Place transmission gearshift (automatic or manual) in N (Neutral). u Place transfer case in 2H. NOTE: Both the 4 x 4 and LOW RANGE indicator lights in the instrument panel will be off when the transfer case is in 2H. u Lock steering wheel straight ahead if vehicle is to be towed with rear wheels off the ground. u When towing your vehicle with the rear wheels off the ground, the front axle automatic locking hubs must first be disengaged by shifting the transfer case to 2H and moving the vehicle forward for a minimum of 10 feet (3 meters) in a straight line. Do not exceed a vehicle speed of 55 mph (88 km/h) while towing. NOTE: Confirm by observation that the front driveshaft is not rotating prior to towing with the rear wheels off the ground. 279