Exiting Four-Wheel-Down Towing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Ford Expedition. 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:
You can check four-wheel-down towing status at any time by opening the driver's door or turning the ignition to the accessory or on position and verifying the NEUTRAL TOW ENABLED LEAVE TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL message displays in the cluster.
- 1.
With your vehicle still properly secured to the tow vehicle, put the ignition in the on position:- If your vehicle has an ignition key, turn the key to on. Do not start the engine.
- If your vehicle has intelligent access, press the engine START/STOP button twice without pressing the brake pedal. Do not start the engine.
- 4.
Release the brake pedal.- If completed successfully, the instrument cluster displays 4X2 and 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.
- If SHIFT DELAY PULL FORWARD displays in the instrument cluster, transfer case gear tooth blockage is present.