Subaru Legacy Manuals 2019 Legacy Owner's Manual | Page 396

9-18 In case of emergency/Towing plugs. After using the rear tie-down holes, return the plugs to their original places. WARNING Use the rear tie-down holes only for downward anchoring. If they are used to anchor the vehicle in any other direction, cables may slip out of the holes, possibly causing a dangerous situation. 3. Secure the vehicle onto the carrier properly with safety chains. Each safety chain should be equally tightened and care must be taken not to pull the chains so tightly that the suspension bottoms out. & Towing with all wheels on the ground CAUTION S09AF03 . If transmission failure occurs, transport your vehicle on a flat- bed truck. . The traveling speed must be limited to less than 20 mph (32 km/h) and the traveling distance to less than 31 miles (50 km). For greater speeds and distances, transport your vehicle on a flat- bed truck. & Using a flat-bed truck S09AF02 WARNING This is the best way to transport your vehicle. Use the following procedures to ensure safe transportation. 1. Shift the select lever into the “P” position. 2. Apply the parking brake firmly. tion when the engine is not run- ning. Because the engine is turned off, it will take greater effort to operate the brake pedal and steering wheel. . Never turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”/“OFF” position while the vehicle is being towed be- cause the steering wheel and the direction of the wheels will be locked. . Remember that the brake booster and power steering do not func- 1. Release the parking brake and put the transmission in neutral. 2. The ignition switch should be in the “ON” position while the vehicle is being towed. 3. Take up slack in the towline slowly to prevent damage to the vehicle.