2008 Subaru Outback Owner's Manual - Page 335

In case of emergency 9-15 4. Screw the towing hook into the thread hole until the threads can no longer be seen. 4. Likewise, insert the screwdriver still wrapped with cloth or vinyl into the cutout between the towing hook cover and the bumper. Pry out the cover. 5. Tighten the towing hook securely using a wheel nut wrench. After towing, remove the towing hook from the vehicle and stow it in the tool bag. Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper. Front towing hook (except OUTBACK models): 1. Take out the towing hook, screwdriver and wheel nut wrench from the on board tool bag. 2. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with cloth or vinyl. Then, insert the screwdriver into the gap between the front fog light cover and the bumper, and pry out the cover. 3. Pull the entire front fog light cover toward you. 5. Screw the towing hook into the thread hole until the threads can no longer be seen. - CONTINUED -