Towing Hook And Tie-Down Hooks/Holes - Subaru Outback 2016 Manual

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In case of emergency/Towing

Never tow AWD vehicles with the

front wheels raised off the ground

while the rear wheels are on the

ground, or with the rear wheels

raised off the ground while the front

wheels are on the ground. This will

cause the vehicle to spin away due

to the operation or deterioration of

the center differential.

& Towing hook and tie-down

Use the towing hook only in an emergency

(e.g., to free a stuck vehicle from mud,

sand or snow).

Use only the specified towing hook

and tie-down hooks/holes. Never

use suspension parts or other parts

of the body for towing or tie-down

Front towing hook:

1. Take the screwdriver, towing hook,

wheel nut wrench and jack handle out of

the trunk (Sedan) or cargo area (Outback).

2. Pry off the cover on the front bumper

using a flat-head screwdriver, and you will

find a threaded hole for attaching the

towing hook.

3. Screw the towing hook into the

threaded hole until its thread can no

longer be seen.

4. Tighten the towing hook securely

using the jack handle and wheel nut

After towing, remove the towing hook from

the vehicle and stow it in the tool bucket.

Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper.

. Do not use the towing hook

except when towing your vehicle.

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