2006 Subaru Impreza Owner's Manual - Page 267
2006 Subaru Impreza Manual
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9-12 In case of emergency The towing hooks should be used only in an emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehicle from mud, sand or snow). Front towing hook: 1. Take the towing hook and screwdriver out of the tool bag. Take the jack handle out of the trunk (Sedan) or cargo area (Wagon). 3. Screw the towing hook into the thread hole until its thread can no longer be seen. 900272 Towing and tie-down hooks the vehicle and stow it in the tool bag. Fit the fog light cover on the bumper. Do not use the towing hook except when towing your vehicle. Be sure to remove the towing hook after towing. Leaving the towing hook mounted on the vehicle could interfere with proper operation of the SRS airbag system in a frontal collision. Rear towing hook: 2. Pry off the cover on the front bumper using a screwdriver, and you will find a threaded hole for attaching the towing hook. 900271 4. Tighten the towing hook securely using the jack handle. After towing, remove the towing hook from 900273 900062