How to Open the Tow Hook?

[Ellie]

To open the cover, first locate its position. Generally, in sedans, it is designed under the bumper, and its location is marked in the vehicle's user manual. Usually, pressing repeatedly around the edges of the tow hook cover will help find the right angle to pop it open. Be patient and press multiple times without rushing. Once pried open, pull the tow hook cover outward to reveal the installation position of the tow hook, then simply pull it out.

[Sally]

I've encountered this issue before, and the way to access the tow hook does vary between different car models. For family cars, it's usually located in the middle or on the side of the rear bumper. If you look closely, there's a small square or circular cover plate. The first time I operated it, I was quite confused too, but later I found that you can just pry open that small cover with your fingernail. Inside, there's a threaded interface where you screw in the tow hook clockwise. Remember to screw it all the way in! When I rescued a friend last time, I realized that the tow hook positions for sedans and SUVs are quite different, but the principle is the same. If you really can't find the location, checking the owner's manual is the way to go—it will clearly mark the position of the hidden cover plate.