Well my success was short-lived. The next trip I towed for five hours and then another trip of four hours and both times the battery was completely dead. It appears that for the 2014 model there is no way to turn off everything with the key in the on position. Even turned back as far to the left as possible the dash lights on both sides of the speedometer remain on. I ran into a guy who was towing a similar Ford Explorer at a campground and spoke with him and he said that he does not have any problem with the battery but he has a keyless ignition. Apparently the information in the tow guide and owners manual is wrong and it should not be towed for more than three hours without recharging the battery. Very frustrating as this was the sole purpose and I chose to purchase this vehicle. I guess I will need to have the battery disconnect installed.
