Ford Explorer: Towing / Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
Emergency Towing
WARNING: If your vehicle has a steering wheel lock make sure the ignition
is in the accessory or on position when being towed.
If your vehicle becomes inoperable without access to wheel dollies or a vehicle
transport trailer, it can be flat-towed with all wheels on the ground, regardless
of the powertrain and transmission configuration, under the following conditions:
- Your vehicle is facing forward for towing in a forward direction.
- Refer to the Manual Park Release procedure. See Automatic Transmission.
Failing to do so may result in damage to the transmission.
- Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
- Maximum distance is 50 mi (80 km).
Recreational Towing
You cannot recreational tow your vehicle with all wheels on the ground because
vehicle or transmission damage may occur. We recommend towing your vehicle with
all four wheels off the ground such as when using a car-hauling trailer. Otherwise,
you cannot recreational tow your vehicle.
Follow these guidelines for safe towing:
Do not tow a trailer until you drive your vehicle at least 1,000 mi (1,600
km).
Consult your local motor vehicle laws for towing a trailer...
Other information:
Transmission Assembly
Item
Part Number
Description
1
79027902
Torque converter
2
W714629W714629
Transmission fluid pan stud bolts (6 required)
3
W500215W500215
Transmission fluid pan bolts (12 required)
4
7A1947A194
Transmission fluid pan
5
7A1917A191
Transmission fluid pan gasket
6
7E3897E389
Transmission fluid level..
Use oil and fluid that meets the defined specification and viscosity grade.
If you do not use oil and fluid that meets the defined specification and viscosity
grade, it could result in:
Component damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
Longer engine cranking periods...
Categories
The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are combination
lap and shoulder belts.

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