2009 Subaru Outback Owner's Manual - Page 340

In case of emergency 9-15 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. 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. 6. Tighten the towing hook securely using a wheel nut wrench. 5. Screw the towing hook into the thread hole until the threads can no longer be seen. After towing, remove the towing hook from the vehicle and stow it in the tool bag. Fit the fog light cover and towing hook cover on the bumper. WARNING . 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. - CONTINUED -