HarryTh Report post Posted February 17, 2014 It may be that I am on slow dial up but I can't open 2009 towables. Could someone see if a 2009 Ford Flex FWD is towable 4 wheels down? Thanks; Harry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kaypsmith Report post Posted February 17, 2014 Here is what I found from another web site, when I searched for Fordflex fwd. Hope it helps. Kay pg 249RECREATIONAL TOWINGFollow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to towyour vehicle for personal travel (such as behind a motor home or atruck).In case of roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, please refer toWrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.These guidelines are designed to prevent damage to your vehicle.Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles:Tow your Front Wheel Drive vehicle with all four wheels on the groundor with the front wheels off the ground by using a tow dolly. If you areusing a tow dolly follow the instructions specified by the equipmentprovider.All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles:Tow your All Wheel Drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground orwith all four wheels off the ground using a vehicle transport trailer. Donot tow your All Wheel Drive vehicle with the front wheels offthe ground (by using a tow dolly) and the rear wheels on theground. This will cause damage to your AWD system. If you are using avehicle transport trailer, follow the instruction specified by theequipment provider.Note: If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, followthese instructions:• Tow only in the forward direction.• Release the parking brake.• Place the transmission shift lever in (N) Neutral.• Place the ignition in the accessory position (refer to Starting in theDriving chapter).• Do not exceed 65 mph (105 km/h)• Start the engine and allow it to run for five minutes at the beginningof each day and at each fuel stop.2009 Flex Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Walt2137 Report post Posted February 18, 2014 Yes its towable just follow the instructions in your owners manual and be sure to hook up a charge line from your coach chassis battery to the Flex battery or you could experience a low or dead battery, I bought Roadmaster Brackets and Brakemaster brackets to tow my Wifes 2011 Flex when we bought it in 2011 without checking with her first and was informed that she did not want that junk on the front of her car and we had already gave our Honda Element to a Granddaughter, the only soulition was to buy another Toad. I still have the Roadmaster Brackets in my shed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elkhartjim Report post Posted February 19, 2014 Just a word of caution, Ford has literally re-written their manuals on both the Focus and Fusion models stating they no longer recommend them for four wheel down towing. I would want to hear from someone that is/has towed one before making that investment. JMHO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Walt2137 Report post Posted February 19, 2014 Just a word of caution, Ford has literally re-written their manuals on both the Focus and Fusion models stating they no longer recommend them for four wheel down towing. I would want to hear from someone that is/has towed one before making that investment. JMHO. Jim Ford had a problem with the 6F35 trans that is in the Escape and other small Ford vehicles there is no problem with the 09 to 14 ford Flex trans. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elkhartjim Report post Posted February 20, 2014 All I was suggesting, Walt, is get some information from someone that has actually towed one succesfully. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites