2008 Subaru Impreza Owner's Manual - Page 304

9-14 In case of emergency & Towing and tie-down hooks The towing hooks should be used only in an emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehicle from mud, sand or snow). CAUTION . Use only the specified towing hook and tie-down hook. Never use suspension parts or other parts of the body for towing or tie-down purposes. . To prevent deformation to the front bumper and the towing hook, do not apply excessive lateral load to the towing hook. Front towing hook (except WRX STI): 1. Take the towing hook out of the tool bucket and take the screwdriver out of the tool bag. Take the jack handle out of the trunk (4-door) or cargo area (5-door). 2. Pry off the cover on the front bumper using a screwdriver, and you will find a threaded hole for attaching the towing hook. 4. Tighten the towing hook securely using the jack handle. Front towing hook (WRX STI): 1. Take the towing hook out of the tool bucket and take the screwdriver out of the tool bag. Take the jack handle out of the cargo area. 3. Screw the towing hook into the thread hole until its thread can no longer be seen.