2001 Mercury Sable Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 152
2001 Mercury Sable Manual
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Roadside emergencies WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. If your vehicle is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift equipment, it is recommended that the front wheels (drive wheels) be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the transaxle. If your vehicle must be towed with the drive wheels on the ground: • Place the transaxle in N (Neutral). • DO NOT exceed the distance of 80 km (50 miles). • DO NOT exceed the speed of 56 km/h (35 mph). If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Ford Motor Company provides 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. 152