1996 Ford Mustang Owner's Manual - Page 190

Trailer Towing Your vehicle does not come from the factory fully equipped to tow. No towing packages are available through Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealers. Because towing a trailer puts extra strain on your vehicle, you must follow certain precautions for your safety and the good of your vehicle: u Stay within the load limits for towing your u Carefully and thoroughly prepare your vehicle. (See Trailer towing specifications in this chapter.) vehicle for towing, making sure to use the right equipment and to attach it properly. (See Preparing to Tow in this chapter.) while you tow. (See Driving while you tow in this chapter.) u Use extra caution when driving your vehicle u Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. (See Servicing your vehicle if you tow in this chapter.) Ten to 15% of the loaded trailer's weight should be on the tongue. However, the tongue load should never exceed 10% of the maximum weight that your vehicle can safely tow. RWARNING Do not tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is being used. Your vehicle is classified as a light duty towing vehicle. The amount of weight that you can safely tow depends on the optional equipment on your vehicle. See the following chart. 194