Ford Fiesta Quiz

Towing a trailer

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WARNINGS

  • Do not exceed 100 km/h speed.
  • Increase the rear tyre pressure by 0.2 bar (3 psi) above the specification. See Technical specifications
  • Do not exceed the maximum permissible vehicle and trailer weight shown on the vehicle identification plate. See Vehicle identification plate
  • ECOnetic vehicles are not designed for towing a trailer.

NOTES

  • Do not exceed the maximum permissible towball download of 50 kilograms.

  • The electrical system is not suitable for towing a trailer with more than one rear fog light.

Tip: Tow bars cannot be fitted to all vehicles.

First consult your Dealer.

Distribute the load as low as possible and centrally over the trailer axle. If towing a trailer with an unladen vehicle, load the trailer front-heavy, within the maximum nose weight, as this gives the greatest stability.

The stability of the vehicle and trailer largely depends on the quality of the trailer.

When driving in mountainous areas above 1,000 metres above sea level, the maximum permissible gross combination weight of the vehicle and trailer must be reduced by 10% for every additional 1,000 metres above sea level.

Steep hills

WARNING

The trailer overrun brake is not controlled by the ABS system of the towing vehicle.

Select a lower gear before descending a steep hill.

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