OEM General Information: Notices: Note: Note: Towing

Avoid towing vehicles except when the vehicle cannot be driven. For models with AWD, AT or VTD, use a loader instead of towing. When towing other vehicles, pay attention to the following to prevent hook or vehicle damage resulting from excessive weight.

• Do not tow other vehicles with a front tie-down hook.
• Make sure the vehicle towing is heavier than the vehicle being towed.
• Front

  Remove the hook cover, and install the hook.

  Fig 1: Installing Hook

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• Rear

  Remove the hook cover, and install the hook.

  Fig 2: Removing Hook Cover

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• Precautions
  TOWING REFERENCE
  
  

  Towing	Precautions	MT	AT
  Lifting up four wheels (On a trailer) Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.	Towing the vehicle after lifting up all four wheels is a basic rule for AWD model.	◦	◦
  Rope Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.	Check if both front and rear wheels are rotated normally. AT model driving conditions: Driving speed of 30 km/h (19 MPH) or less Allow driving distance 30 km (19 miles) or less	◦	↑
  Raising the front wheels Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.	Prohibited for full-time AWD model.	X	X
  Lifting up the front wheels Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.	Prohibited, due to damage on bumper, front grille, etc. Do not raise the vehicle with bumper.	X	X
  Marked ◦: OK, Marked X : Prohibited, Marked ↑: Conditionally OK.

  CAUTION:

  • Check ATF, gear oil and rear differential oil before driving.
  • Place the shift lever in "N" position during towing.
  • Do not lift up the rear wheels to avoid unsteady rotation.
  • Turn the ignition key to "ACC", then check the steering wheel moves freely.
  • Release the parking brake to avoid tire dragging.
  • Since the power steering does not work, be careful for the heavy steering effort. (When engine is stopped)
  • Since the servo brake does not work, be careful that the brake is not applied effectively. (When engine is stopped)
  • In case of the malfunction of internal transmission or drive system, lift up four wheels (on a trailer) for towing.
  • Do not use towing hook except when towing.
  • Make sure to detach the towing hook after towing. If the hook remains attached, airbag may not operate properly when receiving a shock from front side.