Subaru Outback (BR): Using a flat-bed truck
Subaru Outback (BR) 2010-2015 Owners Manual / In case of emergency / Towing / Using a flat-bed truck
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 shift lever into “1st” for MT models.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Secure the vehicle onto the carrier properly with safety chains. Each safety chain should be equally tightened and care must be taken not to pull the chains so tightly that the suspension bottoms out.
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Towing with all wheels on the ground
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
Electronic parking brake – if the electronic parking brake cannot be released
WARNING
● When the electronic parking brake cannot be released, the electronic parking
brake system may malfunction. Driving in such conditions may cause an unexpected
accident. Contact you
Rear gate (Outback) – if the rear gate cannot be unlocked
In the event that you cannot unlock the rear gate by operating the power door
locking switches or the remote keyless entry system, you can unlock it from inside
the cargo area.
1. Remove the ac
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Low beam light bulbs
1. Pull off the fender lining. For details, refer to “Pulling off the fender
lining” F11- 7.
2. Remove the bulb cover, by turning it counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
4. Remove the retainer spring.
5. Replace the bulb, then set the retainer spring securely.
Convenient tie-down hooks (if equipped)
CAUTION
The convenient tie-down hooks are designed only for securing light cargo. Never
try to secure cargo that exceeds the capacity of the hooks. The maximum load capacity
is 44 lbs (20 kg) per hook.
The cargo area is equipped with four tiedown hooks so that cargo can be secured
with a l
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