Subaru 2003 Legacy - Manual (Page 361)

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In case of emergency
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CAUTION
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If transmission failure occurs, transport your vehicle on a flat-
bed truck.
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Do not run the engine while being towed in this method. Trans-
mission damage could result if the vehicle is towed with the
engine running.
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For vehicles with automatic transmission, the traveling speed
must be limited to less than 20 mph (30 km/h) and the traveling
distance to less than 31 miles (50 km). For greater speeds and
distances, transport your vehicle on a flat-bed truck.
HB8010AA
1. Check the transmission and differential oil levels and add oil to
bring it to the upper level if necessary.
2. Release the parking brake and put the transmission in neutral.
3. The ignition switch should be in the “ACC” position while the ve-
hicle is being towed.
4. Take up slack in the towline slowly to prevent damage to the ve-
hicle.