514 8-2 . Steps to take in an emergency
■ While towing
If the EV system is off , the power assist for the brakes and steering will not function , making steering and braking more difficult .
■ Wheel bolt wrench
Wheel bolt wrench can be purchased at your SUBARU dealer .
NOTICE
■ To prevent damage to the vehicle during emergency towing
Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components .
WARNING
Observe the following precautions . Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury .
■ While towing
●When towing using cables or chains , avoid sudden starts , etc ., which place excessive stress on the towing eyelets , cables or chains . The towing eyelets , cables or chains may become damaged , broken debris may hit people , and cause serious damage .
●Do not perform any of the following as doing so may cause the parking lock mechanism to engage , locking the front wheels and possibly leading to an accident resulting in death or
serious injury :
• Unfasten the driver ’ s seat belt and open the driver ’ s door .
• Turn the power switch off .
■ Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelets are installed securely . If not securely installed , towing eyelets may come loose during towing .