Towing Hook (Eyebolt)

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NOTE: At factory shipment, the towing hook (eyebolt) is installed to the rear bumper for securing the vehicle during transportation. Follow the procedure below to store the towing hook (eyebolt) to the holder in the spare tire.

Remove the towing hook (eyebolt) from the rear bumper.

Fig 1: Identifying Towing Hook (Eyebolt)
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Store the towing hook (eyebolt) to the holder in the spare tire.

Fig 2: Identifying Spare Tire, Holder And Towing Hook (Eyebolt)
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Install the supplied rear hook cover to rear bumper.

Fig 3: Identifying Rear Hook Cover
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