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...
Other information:
Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Precautions and tips
CAUTION Use of any lights for a long period of time while the engine is not running can cause the battery to discharge. Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the lights are turned off. If the vehicle is left unattended for a long time with the lights illuminated, the battery may be discharged...
Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: 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. Front towing hook Take the towing hook, screwdriver and jack handle out of the cargo area...
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