Can a 2003 Mercury Mountaineer AWD V8 Automatic Transmission be Flat Towed Wheels Down
Question:
can you tow an 03 mecury mountaineer AWD v-8 automatic 4 down with a tow bar
asked by: Mike
Helpful Expert Reply:
According to my research your 2003 Mercury Mountaineer AWD V8 cannot be flat towed in its stock state.
Although base plates are still offered to enable use of a tow bar, the neutral switch modification kit required to flat tow this vehicle is no longer available from Ford. You may be able to find more information from your local dealership and/or by consulting with your owners manual.
Based on the available information your 2003 Mountaineer should only be towed by trailer, not by a tow bar or tow dolly, both of which leave wheels on the ground.
For reference I have linked an article that covers all the basics of flat towing a suitable vehicle.
