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Re: True AWD

More to the point of the OP question, with the 5MT Subaru transmissions,

> the front and rear drive axels are actually physically connected all the > time, > through a viscouse coupler. So yes, even with the ignition off, if you > turn one wheel the other three turn aswell.

BEWARE! DO NOT allow ANYone to tow your vehicle without using a wheeled trolly, or lifting the car completely onto a flatbed with NO wheels touching the ground! This can and will cause severe damage to the AWD mechanisms.

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k. ote
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Not sure about the STI, but I THINK the 'regular' manual tranny with the VC center can also be towed with all 4 wheels on the ground with speed/distance limitations.

In general though - a flatbed tow is prefered, should not be more expensive but can mean a longer wait fro service occasionally.

Carl

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Carl 1 Lucky Texan

A trolly tow is okay too. :)

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k. ote

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