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EnglishTowing for your Ford Fiesta 2017-2023
Towing
When towing a trailer:
TOWING A TRAILER -
EXCLUDING: ST
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Obey country specific regulations for
towing a trailer.
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Do not exceed 100 km/h (60 mph)
even if a country allows higher speeds
under certain conditions.
WARNING: Do not exceed
100 km/h (60 mph). Failure to follow
this instruction could result in the loss of
control of your vehicle, personal injury or
death.
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Place loads as low as possible and
central to the axle of your trailer. If you
are towing with an unloaded vehicle,
you should place the load in your trailer
toward the front, within the maximum
vertical load, as this gives the best
stability. See Capacities and
WARNING: The rear tire pressures
must be increased by 0.2 bar (3 psi)
above specification. Do not exceed the
maximum pressure stated on the tire
sidewall. This could cause serious
personal injury.
Specifications (page 297).
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The trailer vertical weight on the tow
ball is essential for the driving stability
of your vehicle and trailer.
WARNING: Do not exceed the
maximum gross vehicle weight stated
on the vehicle identification plate. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in
personal injury.
The vertical weight on the tow ball
should be at least 4% of the trailer
weight and not exceed the maximum
permissible weight. See Capacities
and Specifications (page 297).
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Reduce speed immediately if the trailer
WARNING: Towing trailers beyond
the maximum recommended gross
trailer weight exceeds the limit of your
vehicle and could result in engine
damage, transmission damage,
structural damage, loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover and personal
injury.
shows any sign of swaying.
Use a low gear when descending a
steep slope.
Note: We recommend that you use a trailer
safety cable. Read and follow the
manufacturer's instructions when you use
a trailer safety cable.
WARNING: Do not exceed the
maximum vertical load on the tow ball.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, personal injury or death.
Note: The maximum permissible trailer
vertical weight on the trailer identification
plate is the trailer manufacturer’s testing
value. The vehicle maximum permissible
trailer vertical weight may be lower.
The stability of your vehicle-to-trailer
combination depends on the quality of the
trailer.
WARNING: The anti-lock brake
system does not control the trailer
brakes.
Towing a trailer changes the handling
characteristics of your vehicle and
increases stopping distances. Adapt your
speed and driving behaviour to the load of
the trailer.
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The gross train weight stated on the
vehicle identification plate applies for road
gradients up to 12% and altitudes up to
1,000 m (3,281 ft) when towing a trailer. In
mountainous regions the engine
performance decreases due to lower air
density with increasing altitude. In high
altitude regions above 1,000 m (3,281 ft),
you should reduce the stipulated
maximum permitted gross train weight by
10% for every additional 1,000 m (3,281 ft).
Note: Not all vehicles are suitable or
approved to have a tow bar fitted. Ask an
authorized dealer for more information.
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Detaching the Tow Ball Arm
TOWING A TRAILER - ST
WARNING: Always place the tow
ball arm in a secure location in your
vehicle so it does not become a projectile
in a crash. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death.
WARNING: Your vehicle is not
approved for trailer towing. Never tow a
trailer with your vehicle.
TOW BALL
You must detach the tow ball arm when
not in use. We recommend that you
securely stow the tow ball arm in the
luggage compartment.
WARNING: Do not exceed the
lowest rating capacity for your vehicle or
trailer hitch. Overloading your vehicle or
trailer hitch can impair your vehicle
stability and handling. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in the loss of
control of your vehicle, personal injury or
death.
Do not use any tools to detach the tow ball
arm.
Never unlock or detach the tow ball arm
with a trailer attached.
WARNING: Do not cut, drill, weld
or modify the trailer hitch. Modifying the
trailer hitch could reduce the hitch rating.
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Do not disassemble or repair the tow ball
arm.
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1. Remove the protective cap.
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2. Insert the key and turn it
counterclockwise to unlock the
handwheel.
3. Hold the tow ball arm. Pull the
handwheel outward and turn it fully
clockwise until it clicks.
Note: The red mark on the handwheel must
align with the white dot on the tow ball arm.
4. Release the handwheel.
5. Pull the tow ball arm downward to
remove it.
6. Turn the trailer wiring connection
socket upward through 90° until it
engages in the end position.
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7. Insert the blanking plug.
Attaching the Tow Ball Arm
Do not use any tools to attach the tow ball
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arm.
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Note: You can only attach the tow ball arm
if it is unlocked.
1. Remove the blanking plug and fully
insert the tow ball arm until it engages.
Note: Do not place your hand near the
handwheel.
Note: The green mark on the handwheel
must align with the white dot on the tow
ball arm.
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2. Insert the key and turn it clockwise to
lock the handwheel.
3. Fit the protective cap. Fully push it back
over the lock.
4. Turn the trailer wiring connection
socket downward through 90° until it
engages in the end position.
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A
2
B
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Check the following:
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The green mark on the handwheel is
aligned with the white dot on the tow
ball arm.
The handwheel (A) is locked.
You have removed the key (B).
1. Remove the protective cap. Insert the
key and turn it counterclockwise to
unlock the handwheel.
2. Hold the tow ball arm. Pull the
handwheel outward and turn it
clockwise against the stop.
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Note: If any of these cannot be met, do not
use the tow ball arm. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
3. Pull the tow ball arm downward to
remove it.
4. Release the handwheel.
5. Insert the blanking plug.
Quickly Detaching the Tow Ball
Arm
Never unlock or detach the tow ball arm
with a trailer attached.
Quickly Attaching the Tow Ball Arm
When the tow ball arm is quickly detached,
it can be quickly reattached.
1. Remove the blanking plug and fully
insert the tow ball arm until it engages.
Note: Do not place your hand near the
handwheel.
Note: The green mark on the handwheel
must align with the white dot on the tow
ball arm.
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2. Insert the key and turn it clockwise to
lock the handwheel.
WARNING: The brake and steering
assistance will not operate unless the
engine is running. Press the brake pedal
harder and be aware of increased
3. Fit the protective cap. Fully push it back
over the lock.
Tow Ball Arm Guidelines
stopping distances and heavier steering.
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Replacement keys are available. We
recommend that you record the key
number on the lock cylinder.
Keep the system clean. Periodically
lubricate bearings, sliding surfaces and
locking balls with resin-free grease or
oil. Lubricate the lock with graphite.
Remove the trailer wiring plug from the
trailer wiring connection socket when
not in use. Failure to do so may result
in corrosion of the trailer wiring
connection socket. Clean the trailer
wiring connection socket regularly and
make sure the socket cover is fully
closed.
WARNING: If your vehicle has a
steering wheel lock make sure the
ignition is in the accessory or on position
when being towed.
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WARNING: Too much tension on
a tow rope could cause damage to your
vehicle or the vehicle that is towing.
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WARNING: When towing your
vehicle you must select neutral. Failure
to follow this warning could damage the
transmission and may lead to a crash or
injury.
Drive off slowly and smoothly without
jerking the vehicle you are towing.
You must only use the towing eye that was
delivered with your vehicle. See Towing
Points (page 224).
Tow ropes or rigid towing bars must be
placed on the same side. For example; right
hand rear towing point to right hand front
towing point.
You must use a tow rope or rigid towing
bar that is of the correct strength for the
weight of the towing vehicle and the
vehicle that is being towed.
If you use a high pressure water jet to
clean your vehicle, disconnect the
trailer wiring plug. Do not aim the water
jet directly at the trailer wiring
connection socket. We recommend
that you detach the tow ball arm
before washing your vehicle.
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS - MANUAL
TRANSMISSION
The weight of the vehicle that is being
towed must not exceed the weight of the
towing vehicle.
Do not exceed 50 km/h (31 mph). See
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
(page 216).
WARNING: You must switch the
ignition on when your vehicle is being
towed. Failure to follow this warning
could seriously increase the risk of injury
or death.
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Emergency Towing
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS - AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
If your vehicle is disabled without access
to wheel dollies, a car-hauling trailer, or a
flatbed transport vehicle it can be
flat-towed with all wheels on the ground.
You may do this under the following
conditions:
WARNING: You must switch the
ignition on when your vehicle is being
towed. Failure to follow this warning
could seriously increase the risk of injury
or death.
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Your vehicle is facing forward so that
it is towed in a forward direction.
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The transmission selector lever is
placed in position N. If the transmission
gear shift lever cannot be moved to
position N, it may need to be
overridden. See Transmission (page
153).
WARNING: You must make sure
the transmission selector lever is placed
in position N. Failure to follow this
warning could damage the transmission
and may lead to a crash or injury.
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Maximum speed is 50 km/h (30 mph).
Maximum distance is 80 km (50 mi).
WARNING: The brake and steering
assistance will not operate unless the
engine is running. Press the brake pedal
harder and allow for increased stopping
distances and heavier steering. Failure
to take care may lead to a crash or
personal injury.
Note: If you need to exceed a speed of
50 km/h (30 mph) and a distance of 80 km
(50 mi) while towing, you must lift the drive
wheels clear of the ground.
Note: We recommend you do not tow with
the drive wheels on the ground. However, if
it is required to move the vehicle from a
dangerous location, do not tow your vehicle
faster than 50 km/h (30 mph) or farther
than 80 km (50 mi).
WARNING: If your vehicle has a
steering wheel lock, make sure the
ignition is in the accessory or on position
before you tow.
WARNING: Too much tension on
a tow rope could cause damage to your
vehicle or the vehicle that is towing.
WARNING: In the event of a
mechanical failure of the transmission,
do not use individual axle carriers. All
wheels must be lifted clear of the ground
on a level platform.
WARNING: Do not tow your vehicle
if the ambient temperature is below 0°C
(32°F).
Drive off slowly and smoothly without
jerking the vehicle that is being towed.
You must only use the towing eye that was
delivered with your vehicle. See Towing
Points (page 224).
WARNING: Do not tow your vehicle
backward.
Tow ropes or rigid towing bars must be
placed on the same side. For example; right
hand rear towing point to right hand front
towing point.
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You must use a tow rope or rigid towing
bar that is of the correct strength for the
weight of the towing vehicle and the
vehicle that is being towed.
Note: Using a rigid towing bar is the safest
way to tow a vehicle.
The weight of the vehicle that is being
towed must not exceed the weight of the
towing vehicle.
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