Subaru Forester Manuals 2018 Forester Owner's Manual | Page 522

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In case of emergency / Towing
3. Screw the towing hook into the thread hole until its thread can no longer be seen. the vehicle and stow it in the tool bucket. Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper.
WARNING
. Do not use the towing hook except when 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 the towing hook, screwdriver and jack handle out of the cargo area.
2. Pry off the cover on the rear bumper using a screwdriver, and you will find a threaded hole for attaching the towing hook.
4. Tighten the towing hook securely using the jack handle.
After towing, remove the towing hook from