Subaru Forester: In case of emergency / Towing
If towing is necessary, it is best done by your SUBARU dealer or a commercial towing service. Observe the following procedures for safety.
WARNING
Never tow AWD models with the front wheels raised off the ground while the rear wheels are on the ground, or with the rear wheels raised off the ground while the front wheels are on the ground. This will cause the vehicle to spin away due to the operation or deterioration of the center differential.
- Towing hooks. Front towing hook
- Rear towing hook
- Front tie-down hooks / Rear tie-down holes
- Using a flat-bed truck
- Towing with all wheels on the ground
Towing hooks. Front towing hook
The towing hooks should be used only in
an emergency.
CAUTION
Use only the specified towing hooks
and tie-down hooks/holes. Never
use suspension parts or other parts
of the body for towing or tie-down
purposes...
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