2005 Ford Five Hundred Owner's Manual - Page 200

Roadside Emergencies In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access to wheel dollies, flatbed transport vehicle or a car hauling trailer) your vehicle can be flat towed (all wheels on the ground) only under the following conditions: • The ambient temperature is above 32°F (0°C) • Place the automatic transaxle in N (Neutral). • DO NOT exceed the distance of 31 miles (50 km). • DO NOT exceed the speed of 31 mph (50 km/h). On All Wheel Drive (AWD) models, it is not recommended that your vehicle be towed with any wheels on the ground. It is recommended to tow your vehicle with all the wheels off the ground using wheel lift equipment and a wheel dolly, a flatbed transport vehicle or a car-hauling trailer. In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access to wheel dollies, flatbed transport vehicle or a car hauling trailer) your vehicle can be flat towed (all wheels on the ground) or wrecker towed (rear wheels on the ground) only under the following conditions: • The ambient temperature is above 32°F (0°C). • Place the transmission in N (Neutral). • Maximum distance is 31 miles (50 km). • Maximum speed is 31 mph (50 km/h). If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, 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. 200 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)