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Towing
1 Towing hook covers( Depending on the vehicle, there may be only one cover.)
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.
3. Screw the towing hook into the threaded hole until the threads can no longer be seen.
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.
WARNING
. 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 proper 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.
Rear towing hook:
1. Take out the screwdriver, towing hook and jack handle from the under-floor storage compartment.