Subaru 1999 Forester Owner's Manual page 87

Anchor installation points are located under the covers at the rear
edge of the roof.
B Top strap anchor installation (for Canada models)
All vehicles built for sale in Canada include an anchor kit in the glove
compartment.
Washer
Spacer
Anchor bracket
Anchor bolt
(5/16 in)
Cover
1. Take the anchor kit out and make sure that it is assembled as
shown in the illustration above.
2. Remove the cover from the anchor installation point.
3. Set the anchor at the desired installation point and tighten the bolt
until the anchor is firmly secured.
4. Install the anchor plate cover.
Please contact your SUBARU dealer about any questions you may
have regarding the installation of the top strap anchor.
B Top strap anchor installation (for U.S. models)
Vehicles built for sale in U.S. do not include an anchor kit in the glove
compartment. However, the anchor kit and installation instructions are
available from your SUBARU dealer. You can also follow the installa-
tion instructions for Canada models.
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Upper anchor
bracket
assembly
HS0047
Front of vehicle
Top strap hook
OM-H0397