Subaru Crosstrek Manuals 2024 Crosstrek Owner's Manual | Page 445

Towing 437 threaded hole until the threads can no longer be seen .
er operation of the SRS airbag system in a frontal collision .
CAUTION
To prevent deformation to the bumper and the towing hook , do not apply an excessive load to the towing hook .
2 . Cover the tip of a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl tape or cloth so that it will not scratch the bumper . Insert the flathead screwdriver into the cutout of the cover and pry open the cover .
4 . Tighten the towing hook securely using the jack handle .
After towing , remove the towing hook from the vehicle and stow it in the under-floor storage compartment .
Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper .
Rear towing hook :
1 . Take out the screwdriver , towing hook and jack handle from the under-floor storage compartment .
In Case of Emergency
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3 . Screw the towing hook into the
. Do not use the towing hook for purposes other than towing your vehicle .
. Be sure to remove the towing hook after towing . Leaving the towing hook mounted on the vehicle could interfere with prop-
2 . Cover the tip of a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl tape or cloth so that it will not scratch the bumper . Insert the flathead screwdriver into the cutout of
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