Subaru Forester 2019-2024 Owners Manual / In case of emergency / Towing / Front tie-down hooks / Rear tie-down holes / Rear tie-down holes

Subaru Forester: Front tie-down hooks / Rear tie-down holes / Rear tie-down holes

Subaru Forester. Rear tie-down holes

Rear tie-down hole

The rear tie-down holes are located near each of the jack-up reinforcements. There is a plug in each rear tie-down hole. To use the rear tie-down holes, remove the plugs. After using the rear tie-down holes, return the plugs to their original places.

WARNING

Use the rear tie-down holes only for downward anchoring. If they are used to anchor the vehicle in any other direction, cables may slip out of the holes, possibly causing a dangerous situation.

Front tie-down hooks

The front tie-down hooks are located between each of the front tir..

Using a flat-bed truck

This is the best way to transport your vehicle. Use the following procedures to ensure safe transportation. Shift the select lever into the “P” position...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2024 Owners Manual: Child safety locks

Each rear door has a child safety lock. When the child safety lock lever is in the lock position, the door cannot be opened from the inside. The door can only be opened from the outside. WARNING Always turn the child safety locks to the “LOCK” position when children sit in the rear seat...

Subaru Forester 2019-2024 Owners Manual: Selection of “L” (if equipped)

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