How do you tow a Ford Escape?

To tow a Ford Escape, you should follow the manufacturer’s guidelines to prevent damage to your vehicle. The towing procedure may vary depending on the powertrain and drive train combination of your specific model. Here are the general guidelines for towing a Ford Escape:
1. Check your owner’s manual: Always refer to your owner’s manual before flat towing the Escape. The manual will provide specific instructions and recommendations for your vehicle.
2. Front-wheel drive (FWD) Escape models: FWD Escape models can be flat towed or towed using a tow dolly rigged to the front wheels.
3. Four-wheel drive (4WD) Escape models: 4WD Escape models can be flat towed or towed using a transport trailer or flatbed.
4. Automatic transmission: If your Escape has an automatic transmission, check the transmission fluid level and refer to the owner’s manual to confirm the correct amount of fluid.
5. Speed and distance limits: When towing, it is recommended to limit your maximum speed to 55 miles per hour. There are no limits on the distances that can be driven in one day.
Remember, it’s always best to consult your owner’s manual for the most accurate and up-to-date information specific to your Ford Escape.

Contents

Where is the tow hook on a Ford Escape?
Is Ford Escape flat towable?
Can a Ford Escape be flat towed behind an RV?
Can you tow a Ford Escape behind an RV?
Can you flat tow a 2010 Ford Escape?
Can I tow a Ford Escape on a tow dolly?
Where do you attach tow?
Can I tow a Ford Explorer on a tow dolly?
What is the tow button?
What Ford vehicles are flat towable?

Where is the tow hook on a Ford Escape?

The screw-in towing eye is located in the underfloor storage compartment behind the front seats. See Storage compartments. The towing eye must always be carried in the vehicle. CAUTION: The screw-in towing eye has a left-hand thread.

Is Ford Escape flat towable?

There are only a few models in the new Ford lineup that cannot be flat towed: those outfitted with a CVT. These models include the Ford Maverick pickup truck and some trims on the Ford Escape Hybrid model.

Can a Ford Escape be flat towed behind an RV?

Can you tow a Ford Escape behind an RV?

Ford endorses towing certain Escapes behind an RV but prohibits flat towing for others. Check out the chart below for a synopsis of what the Ford Escape owner’s manuals have to say (note: you should always double check flat towing instructions in your owner’s manual).

Can you flat tow a 2010 Ford Escape?

You should not flat tow an automatic Escape. The transmission is not designed for this type of towing. I am surprised that Ford replaced a transmission for you under warranty.

Can I tow a Ford Escape on a tow dolly?

You can protect it from wear and tear by hitching the Escape to a tow dolly- but only if it’s front wheel drive. Otherwise, your best bet is to use a trailer to tow your Ford Escape. As always, your Ford Escape owner’s manual is your best resource to check before you make any move to tow your Escape.

Where do you attach tow?

Almost every car will have a factory-fitted hitch point. Avoid attaching the tow strap to any other point of the vehicle, as it could cause permanent damage. Once you have connected the hook to the hitch point, give the strap a couple of hard tugs to ensure that it is secure and in place.

Can I tow a Ford Explorer on a tow dolly?

You can tow your all-wheel drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground or with all four wheels off the ground using a vehicle transport trailer. Do not tow your all-wheel drive vehicle with the front wheels off the ground (by using a tow dolly) and the rear wheels on the ground.

What is the tow button?

Push it any time you need more pulling, stopping or steering power to compensate for a heavy trailer or load. When you do, the TOW/HAUL indicator will appear in the bottom half of the speedometer. When you’re in Tow/Haul Mode, you’ll notice the system holds lower gears longer when you accelerate or decelerate.