8-2 . Steps to take in an emergency
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If your vehicle needs to be towed
8-2 . Steps to take in an emergency
If towing is necessary , we recommend having your vehicle towed by your SUB- ARU dealer or commercial towing service , using a wheel-lift type truck or flatbed truck .
Use a safety chain system for all towing , and abide by all state / provincial and local laws .
Situations when it is not possible to be towed by another vehicle
In the following situations , it is not possible to be towed by another vehicle using cables or chains , as the front wheels may be locked due to the parking lock . Contact your SUBARU dealer or commercial towing service .
• There is a malfunction in the shift control system . ( �P . 233 , 525 )
• There is a malfunction in the immobilizer system . ( �P . 66 )
• There is a malfunction in the smart key system . ( �P . 542 )
• The 12-volt battery is discharged . ( �P . 544 )
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission . Contact your SUBARU dealer or commercial towing service before towing .
• The EV system warning message is shown on the multiinformation display and the vehicle does not move .
• The vehicle makes an abnormal sound .
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
� From the front
Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels .
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When trouble arises