FORD 2008 Escape v.3 - Manual (Page 181)

2WD and 4WD vehicles with manual transaxles: If your 2WD or
4WD vehicle is equipped with a manual transaxle, shifting the transaxle
into neutral (N) permits “flat-towing” (all wheels on the ground) for
pulling behind a motorhome.
Before you tow your vehicle:
• Release the parking brake.
• Move the gearshift to the neutral position.
• Turn the key in the ignition to the OFF/UNLOCKED position.
• The maximum recommended speed is 70 mph (112 km/h).
• The maximum recommended distance is unlimited.
• The vehicle must be towed in the forward position to ensure no
damage is done to the internal transaxle components.
In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker
Towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.
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