5000,S (Calif.) L5-2144cc 2.14L SOHC (WE) (1982)
Towing Information: Technical Service Bulletins
Fox
Front hookup - Sedan/Wagon
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attach tow chains to outboard ends of subframe
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place 4 x 4 with spacer blocks under stabilizer bar/frame mounts
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place tow bar against 4 x 4
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attach safety chains to control arms
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if car is towed by tow bar, chain, cable or rope, be sure shift lever is in neutral or automatic transmission selector lever in position "N"
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do not tow car with automatic transmission faster than 30 mph (50 kmh) or farther than 30 miles (50 kilometers)
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exceeding these limits will damage automatic transmission due to lack of lubrication
Rear hookup - Sedan
Caution
Unless wheel-lifting towing gear is used, rear hookup for Sedan only. If rear hookup is used to tow any automatic transmission vehicles, use front wheel
dolly.
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attach J-hooks to rear axle inboard of shock absorbers
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place tow bar between rear of fuel tank and rear apron
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adjust sling slightly to right to clear tailpipe
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attach safety chains to rear axle
Rear hookup - Wagon
Rear hookup of Fox Wagon requires wheel-lifting towing equipment.