FORD 2011 Fusion v.1 - Manual (Page 204)

Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles equipped with a 3.5L engine
can’t be towed 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 wheels off the ground on a
car-hauling trailer.
All-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles equipped with a 3.5L engine can’t
be towed 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 wheels off the ground such as when using a car-hauling
trailer. Otherwise, no recreational towing is permitted.
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Owners Guide, 1st Printing
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