Lincoln 2009 MKZ - Manual (Page 184)

Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles:
Do not tow the vehicle with the front drive wheels on the ground or
transmission damage may occur. It is recommended to tow your vehicle
with the front drive wheels on a dolly or with all four (4) wheels off the
ground on a car-hauling trailer.
In case of roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, please refer to the
Wrecker towing section in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.
All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles:
Do not tow your vehicle with any wheels on the ground, as vehicle or
transmission damage may occur. It is recommended to tow your vehicle
with all four (4) wheels off the ground such as when using a car-hauling
trailer. Otherwise, no recreational towing is permitted.
In case of roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, please refer to the
Wrecker towing section in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.
2009 MKZ (378)
Owners Guide
USA (fus)
Tires, Wheels and Loading
184