Ford Motor Company produces 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.
If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle
damage may occur.
Emergency Towing
In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access
to wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) your
vehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flat
towed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions:
•
Vehicle is facing forward.
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Place the transmission in N (Neutral).
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Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h).
•
Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km).
2008 Mariner
(mrn)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)
Roadside Emergencies
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