Subaru Outback (BR): Towing
WARNING
Never tow AWD vehicles (including AT, MT and CVT) 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.

If towing is necessary, it is best done by your SUBARU dealer or a commercial
towing service. Observe the following procedures for safety.
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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 hooks and tie-down hooks/holes. Never use
This is the best way to transport your vehicle. Use the following procedures
to ensure safe transportation.
1. Shift the select lever into the “P” position for AT and CVT models or the
shif
WARNING
● Never turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position while the vehicle is
being towed because the steering wheel and the direction of the wheels will be locked.
● Reme
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A: REMOVAL
1) Lift up the vehicle, and then remove the rear wheels.
2) Remove the axle nut.
CAUTION:
Do not loosen the axle nut while the rear axle is loaded. Doing so may damage
the hub bearing.
Lift the crimped section of axle nut.
Remove the axle nut using a socket wrench while depressing th
If a door or the rear gate (Outback) is not completely closed, the interior lights
will remain illuminated as a result. However, several lights are automatically turned
off by the battery drainage prevention function to prevent the battery from going
dead. The following interior lights are aff
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