towing SUBARU FORESTER 2004 Service Repair Manual

NT-6
NOTE
Note
8. TIE-DOWNS
Tie-downs are used when transporting vehicles and when using the chassis dynamo. Attach tie-downs only
to the specified points on the vehicle.
(A) Front (C) Hook for tie-down (D) Rear
(B) Hook for towing and tie-down
NT-00006
(B)
(C)(B)
(A)
(D)
(C)

NT-7
NOTE
Note
 Chain direction at tie-down condition
 Chain pulling range at tie-down condition Vehicle sinking volume at tie-down condition
Measure the distance L between tire highest point
to arch highest point before tie-down and after tie-
down. Difference of measurement value (drop
height) shall be within 50 mm (1.97 in). Make sure
to fix the vehicle securely.
9. TOWING
Avoid towing vehicles except when the vehicle cannot be driven. For models with AWD or AT use a loader
instead of towing. When towing other vehicles, to prevent excessive weight from damaging the hook or ve-
hicle:
 Do not tow other vehicles with a front hook for tie-down.
 Make sure the vehicle towing is heavier that the vehicle being towed.
(A) Chain pulling range at tie-down condition
NT-00007
NT-00008
: (A)
NT-00082
L
L