Having a vehicle is handy, only a vehicle means a breakdown… And unfortunately, we know very well, also the luckiest among us rarely fall through the cracks. Nevertheless, between an automobile that doesn’t start in the morning and breaking down on the highway, the repercussions are going to be quite different. No matter the reason, a Lincoln MKC that doesn’t drive is tricky to move and the only remedy is often to tow it to the closest workshop. In this article content we will explain how to tow a Lincoln MKC, respecting the regulation and guaranteeing maximum security. To achieve this, first we will examine the rules to stick to when towing a Lincoln MKC, then how to tow a Lincoln MKC yourself, and finally, the most sensible solution is to hire a professional to tow your car.

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The rules to stick to if you want to tow an Lincoln MKC

It is in fact possible to tow your vehicle. Nevertheless, if you want to go into towing a Lincoln MKC you will have to stick to some rules. We present them to you below:

  • Do not drive on motorways or expressways, because the speed at which you will tow your Lincoln MKC may endanger yourself and other motorists if you do it on an expressway.
  • Do not exceed 25 km/h, you must all the time stay in control of both cars, a high speed will not let you to anticipate possible challenges and the towed car may enter the first one

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  • Limit yourself to short distance journeys. If you have to travel several dozen kilometres, it is better to call a breakdown service.
  • When towing, try to ensure that the Lincoln MKC and the car towing it are correctly lined up, to keep up a great behaviour.
  • Switch on the warnings lights on both cars.
  • If the Lincoln MKC being towed has no battery, you will need to use a removable plate associated with the first vehicle so that you can notify the drivers behind you.

How to tow a Lincoln MKC by yourself

Now that you have found out the basic specifications for securely towing a Lincoln MKC, we will learn you the different ways to do it:

  • Use only a tow bar to tow your Lincoln MKC, as ropes, straps or other products are not appropriate and will only risk you having an incident. If the towing device is flexible, you risk hitting the towing vehicle. It will be better to buy a towing bar.

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  • You can use one of the three types of existing tow bars to tow your Lincoln MKC, telescopic bars (40 to 50 euros), folding bars (30 to 100 euros) and standard bars (30 to 40 euros).
  • Examine that you have two towing rings on the cars, which will let you to link them together with the tow bar.
  • Examine that the towing vehicle is heavier than the vehicle to be towed.
  • Have functioning signalling on the Lincoln MKC to be towed.

These are the regulation to stick to if you want to tow your Lincoln MKC. Nevertheless remember that this alternative should only be used for short distances to avoid a more expensive towing, if you have a long distance to cover we advise you to go through the following section.

Have your Lincoln MKC towed by a professional

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Finally, last part of our article, if you are not able to tow your Lincoln MKC in good conditions, it remains the most rational solution, to call a tow truck to tow your car. This may seem like an expensive choice, but in most insurance contracts, there is a clause that allows you to use their services free of charge. Here are the details to check on your insurance contract before calling a tow truck:

  • That the distance between your home and the place of breakdown is in accordance with the mileage insured in your contract (generally covered more than 50 km from your home).
  • Examine that the problems you are facing are well taken care of by your insurer.
  • At last, check the deductible amount on your account.

Now you have all the information you need to tow your Lincoln MKC in good conditions.

If perhaps you have any additional questions about the Lincoln MKC, do not hesitate to consult our Lincoln MKC category.