Using A Flat-Bed Truck - Subaru Crosstrek 2016 Owner's Manual

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In case of emergency/Towing
the vehicle and stow it in the tool bucket.
Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper.
WARNING
. Do not use the towing hook
except when towing your vehicle.
. Be sure to remove the towing
hook after towing. Leaving the
towing hook mounted on the
vehicle could interfere with prop-
er operation of the fuel pump
shut off function when the vehi-
cle is struck from behind.
Front tie-down hooks
The front tie-down hooks are located
between each of the front tires and the
front bumper.
Rear tie-down holes
1) Rear tie-down hole
The rear tie-down holes are located near
each of the jack-up reinforcements.
WARNING
Use the rear tie-down holes only for
downward anchoring. If they are
used to anchor the vehicle in any
other direction, cables may slip out
of the holes, possibly causing a
dangerous situation.

Using a flat-bed truck

This is the best way to transport your
vehicle. Use the following procedures to
ensure safe transportation.
1. Shift the select lever into the P
position for CVT models. Shift the shift
lever into the 1st position for MT models.
2. Pull up the parking brake lever firmly.
3. Secure the vehicle onto the carrier