Ford Fusion: Towing a trailer
WARNINGS:
Do not exceed 100 km/h (62 mph).
The rear tyre pressures must beincreased by 0.2 bar (3 psi) abovespecification. See Technicalspecifications.
Do not exceed the maximumvehicle and trailer weight stated onthe vehicle identification plate. SeeVehicle identification.
Note: Not all vehicles are suitable orapproved to have tow bars fitted. Checkwith your dealer first.
Place loads as low and central to theaxle(s) of the trailer as possible. If you aretowing with an unladen vehicle, the loadin the trailer should be placed toward thenose, within the maximum nose load, asthis gives the best stability.
Note: The maximum trailer nose weightcan be found in the original vehicledocuments (confirmation of conformity).
Alternatively refer to your dealer.
The stability of the vehicle to trailercombination is very much dependant onthe quality of the trailer.
In high altitude regions above 1 000metres (3 281 feet), the stipulatedmaximum permitted gross train weightmust be reduced by 10% for everyadditional 1 000 metres (3 281 feet).
Steep gradients
WARNING:
The overrun brake on a trailer is notcontrolled by ABS.
Change down a gear before you reach asteep downhill gradient.
Towing
...Detachable tow ball
WARNINGS: Never leave the detached tow ballarm unsecured inside the vehicle. This would increase the risk of injuryin an accident. Take special care when fitting thetow ball arm as the safety of th ...See also:
Extended storage switch (if so
equipped)
NOTE:
The extended storage switch is used for
long term vehicle storage. Even if the extended
storage switch is broken it is not
necessary to replace it. Replace only the
open fuse in the switc ...
Diesel
Fuel grade
Only refuel with ULTRA-LOW SULFUR
DIESEL FUEL (ULSD, 15 ppm SULFUR
MAXIMUM). Using other diesel fuels could
result in increased wear and damage to the
engine and/or exhaust system. ...
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat anchors
in the rear
WARNING
Children that are too large for a child restraint
must travel in seats using normal seat belts.
Position shoulder belt across the chest and
shoulder, not face or neck.
In order to a ...