Ford Focus and braking system
With out playing the blame game or crying of spilt milk. We now have a Stay n Play brake system in our vehicle, which now, we realize cannot be used. In order to power the braking system we have t...
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"So, why do they claim the Ford is towable, when in several states it would be illegal, without a braking system."
It's simple. Many braking systems do not require power. I've used systems like the Air Force One with diesel motorhomes and currently have the NSA tow bar with surge braking. Neither requires power from the toad. Ford isn't responsible for your braking system and yes, the Focus is easily towable. With a battery disconnect switch, it takes about a minute to setup the car for towing.
It's simple. Many braking systems do not require power. I've used systems like the Air Force One with diesel motorhomes and currently have the NSA tow bar with surge braking. Neither requires power from the toad. Ford isn't responsible for your braking system and yes, the Focus is easily towable. With a battery disconnect switch, it takes about a minute to setup the car for towing.
