Neutral Flat Tow Activation and Deactivation: Deactivation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Shifting the transfer case to its neutral position for neutral flat towing may allow the vehicle to be able to roll even if the transmission is in park (P). Make sure the foot brake is depressed and the vehicle is in a secure and safe position while the transfer case is being shifted to its neutral position. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not disconnect the battery during neutral flat towing. Doing so will prevent the transfer case from shifting properly and may allow the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in park (P). Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
NOTE:
Neutral flat tow status can be checked at any time by opening the driver door or turning the ignition to the ACC or ON position and checking the display in the IPC.
- Press and hold the brake pedal.
- Turn the ignition to the ON position. Do not start the engine.
- Shift the transmission out of NEUTRAL and into any gear.
- Release the brake pedal.
- If completed successfully, the IPC displays 4X2, then "NEUTRAL TOW DISABLED".
- If the indicator light and message do not display, the entire procedure must be performed again.
- An audible noise may be heard as the transfer case shifts out of NEUTRAL position, this is normal operation.