Can a 2004 Ford Focus ZX5 with Automatic Transmission be Flat Towed Behind a Motor Home
Question:
hi im looking to purchase a 2004 ford focus zx5 but im needing to know if it is ok to tow behind my rv on all four tires with a tow bar. please any information will be a help. thanks
asked by: Nick
Expert Reply:
I checked the owners manual online for a 2004 Ford Focus. Ford says that for front wheel drive models that have the automatic transaxle (transmission) you cannot flat tow it with all 4 wheels on the ground. The drive wheels (front wheels) have to be on a tow dolly, # RM-2050-1 as an example, or the car has to be on a car hauler trailer.
Terry R.
10/29/2021
Can you recommend tow bar/wiring setup between 2006 Itasca 30 ft Motor Home and this 2004 Ford Focus ZX3. That ifo would be appreciated too!
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Terry R.
10/28/2021
Close but not the same question. I am looking at a 2004 Ford Focus ZX3 with Manual Transmission. So because of the manual transmission will this make it flat towable on 4 wheels with tow bar?