Towing; Towing Hook And Tie-Down Hooks/Holes - Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid 2022 Owner's Manual

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Towing

9-6. Towing
If towing is necessary, it is best done by
your SUBARU dealer or a commercial
towing service. Observe the following
procedures for safety.
WARNING
. Never tow AWD models 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 vehi-
cle to spin away due to the
operation or deterioration of the
center differential.
. If your vehicle needs to be towed,
do so with all wheels raised. If the
wheels connected to the electric
motor (traction motor) are on the
ground when towing, the electric
motor may continue to generate
electricity. This may cause a fire.
& Towing hook and tie-down
hooks/holes
The towing hook should be used only in an
emergency.
CAUTION
Use only the specified towing hooks
and tie-down hooks/holes. Never
use suspension parts or other parts
of the body for towing or tie-down
purposes.
! Front towing hook
1. Take out the towing hook, screwdriver
and jack handle. For the locations of these
tools, refer to "Tool locations" FP384.
2. Cover the tip of a flat-head screwdriver
with vinyl tape or cloth so that it will not
scratch the bumper. Insert the flat-head
screwdriver into the cutout of the cover and
pry open the cover.