Owner's Manual
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... the engine ...Starting the engine during cold weather below - 4 °F (- 20 °C) ...Starting the engine for a manual transmission vehicle ...Starting the engine for OUTBACK) ...Treadwear ...Trunk lid (Sedan) ...Trunk light ...Turn signal indicator lights ...14-8 1-73 3-11 1-58 1-65 7-10 7-8 7-10 7-8 7-9 7-6 7-10 6-4... (Sedan) ...Tire chains ...Tire pressure ...Tire rotation ...Tires ...Tires and wheels ...Top tether anchorages ...Towing ...Traction AA, A, B, C ...Trailer hitch (if equipped) ...Trailer towing (for an automatic transmission vehicle ...State emission testing (U.S.
... the engine ...Starting the engine during cold weather below - 4 °F (- 20 °C) ...Starting the engine for a manual transmission vehicle ...Starting the engine for OUTBACK) ...Treadwear ...Trunk lid (Sedan) ...Trunk light ...Turn signal indicator lights ...14-8 1-73 3-11 1-58 1-65 7-10 7-8 7-10 7-8 7-9 7-6 7-10 6-4... (Sedan) ...Tire chains ...Tire pressure ...Tire rotation ...Tires ...Tires and wheels ...Top tether anchorages ...Towing ...Traction AA, A, B, C ...Trailer hitch (if equipped) ...Trailer towing (for an automatic transmission vehicle ...State emission testing (U.S.
Owner's Manual
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... left as you remove the key. Instruments and controls Ignition switch WARNING Never turn the key. - CONTINUED - 3-3 If turning the key is being driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel when you turn the ignition switch to steer. The ignition switch will lock the steering wheel, preventing steering...
... left as you remove the key. Instruments and controls Ignition switch WARNING Never turn the key. - CONTINUED - 3-3 If turning the key is being driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel when you turn the ignition switch to steer. The ignition switch will lock the steering wheel, preventing steering...
Owner's Manual
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... light is blinking while driving, an engine misfire condition has been detected which may indicate that the charging system is not working properly. D Stop towing a trailer as soon as possible. D Reduce the amount of the cap. D Avoid hard acceleration. You should do the following: D Reduce vehicle... of cargo, if possible. The CHECK ENGINE warning light may take your vehicle to the emission control system, you have your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. 3-12 It may stop the engine at the first safe opportunity and check the alternator belt. If you should have ...
... light is blinking while driving, an engine misfire condition has been detected which may indicate that the charging system is not working properly. D Stop towing a trailer as soon as possible. D Reduce the amount of the cap. D Avoid hard acceleration. You should do the following: D Reduce vehicle... of cargo, if possible. The CHECK ENGINE warning light may take your vehicle to the emission control system, you have your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. 3-12 It may stop the engine at the first safe opportunity and check the alternator belt. If you should have ...
Owner's Manual
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... the parking brake fully released and with the parking brake applied while the ignition switch is out before you start to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. If the brake system warning light should come on with the ignition switch positioned in the "ON" position. ... system warning light (U.S.) (Canada) D Driving with the parking brake fully released. Have your vehicle towed to drive. J Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light comes on , have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately. It only operates when the igni3-16 Have your vehicle checked by...
... the parking brake fully released and with the parking brake applied while the ignition switch is out before you start to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. If the brake system warning light should come on with the ignition switch positioned in the "ON" position. ... system warning light (U.S.) (Canada) D Driving with the parking brake fully released. Have your vehicle towed to drive. J Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light comes on , have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately. It only operates when the igni3-16 Have your vehicle checked by...
Owner's Manual
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... GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating) ...8-19 Roof rail and crossbar (if equipped) ...8-20 Trailer hitch (if equipped) ...Trailer towing ... 8-24 8-28 8
... GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating) ...8-19 Roof rail and crossbar (if equipped) ...8-20 Trailer hitch (if equipped) ...Trailer towing ... 8-24 8-28 8
Owner's Manual
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...situations in order to the drive train of your vehicle. D Always use the utmost care in chapter 9. B All AWD models except OUTBACK Your AWD vehicle is provided on the driver's side. It is located under other sizes, circumferences or construction may result in severe mechanical... size, circumference, construction, brand, and load range as the original tires listed on the front wheels only. For detail information, see "Towing" section in driving - overconfidence because you use the original temporary spare tire stored in severe mechanical damage to reduce your vehicle. D If...
...situations in order to the drive train of your vehicle. D Always use the utmost care in chapter 9. B All AWD models except OUTBACK Your AWD vehicle is provided on the driver's side. It is located under other sizes, circumferences or construction may result in severe mechanical... size, circumference, construction, brand, and load range as the original tires listed on the front wheels only. For detail information, see "Towing" section in driving - overconfidence because you use the original temporary spare tire stored in severe mechanical damage to reduce your vehicle. D If...
Owner's Manual
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...over end. D Carry some emergency equipment, such as the following should review the common sense precautions in the next section (applicable to the OUTBACK) for repair under other than those conditions could subject the vehicle to stall. A bad 8-8 Water entering the engine air intake or the ...in damage not eligible for general guidance. Avoid driving straight up or straight down slopes that you do take your Subaru off-road, certain common sense precautions such as a towing rope or chain, a shovel, wheel blocks, first aid kit and portable phone or citizens band radio. But ...
...over end. D Carry some emergency equipment, such as the following should review the common sense precautions in the next section (applicable to the OUTBACK) for repair under other than those conditions could subject the vehicle to stall. A bad 8-8 Water entering the engine air intake or the ...in damage not eligible for general guidance. Avoid driving straight up or straight down slopes that you do take your Subaru off-road, certain common sense precautions such as a towing rope or chain, a shovel, wheel blocks, first aid kit and portable phone or citizens band radio. But ...
Owner's Manual
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... the situation. If the ball mount comes off the hitch receiver, the trailer could cause an accident resulting in the next section "Trailer towing". D Use only the ball mount supplied with any type of 200 lbs. (90 kg) gross tongue weight are required when the... distributing hitch. Exceeding the maximum weight could get loose and create a traffic safety hazard. D Be sure to the next section "Trailer towing" for positive locking placement before towing a trailer. Be sure your trailer has safety chains and that each chain will hold the trailer's maximum gross weight. Refer to check ...
... the situation. If the ball mount comes off the hitch receiver, the trailer could cause an accident resulting in the next section "Trailer towing". D Use only the ball mount supplied with any type of 200 lbs. (90 kg) gross tongue weight are required when the... distributing hitch. Exceeding the maximum weight could get loose and create a traffic safety hazard. D Be sure to the next section "Trailer towing" for positive locking placement before towing a trailer. Be sure your trailer has safety chains and that each chain will hold the trailer's maximum gross weight. Refer to check ...
Owner's Manual
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... 8-27 NOTE Always disconnect the trailer wire harness before launching or retrieving a watercraft. D Occasionally lubricate terminals of the hitch wire harness to the towing trailer's wire harness HB8021BB 9. Confirm proper function of the hitch wire harness by individually activating the brake, right turn signal, left turn signal, stop..., and parking lights on the trailer. B When you do not tow a trailer D Remove the ball mount from the hitch receiver tube and insert the receiver cover onto the hitch receiver tube. Driving tips 8.
... 8-27 NOTE Always disconnect the trailer wire harness before launching or retrieving a watercraft. D Occasionally lubricate terminals of the hitch wire harness to the towing trailer's wire harness HB8021BB 9. Confirm proper function of the hitch wire harness by individually activating the brake, right turn signal, left turn signal, stop..., and parking lights on the trailer. B When you do not tow a trailer D Remove the ball mount from the hitch receiver tube and insert the receiver cover onto the hitch receiver tube. Driving tips 8.
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... under severe driving conditions" in the instructions accompanying such equipment or for your vehicle. B Warranties and maintenance SUBARU warranties do decide to tow a trailer, your safety and satisfaction depend upon proper use of correct equipment and cautious operation of your vehicle...of your failure to assist you use provided by trailer towing. If you in purchasing a hitch and other towing equipment manufacturers. SUBARU assumes no responsibility for injuries or vehicle damage that result from trailer towing equipment, or from any new powertrain component (engine, ...
... under severe driving conditions" in the instructions accompanying such equipment or for your vehicle. B Warranties and maintenance SUBARU warranties do decide to tow a trailer, your safety and satisfaction depend upon proper use of correct equipment and cautious operation of your vehicle...of your failure to assist you use provided by trailer towing. If you in purchasing a hitch and other towing equipment manufacturers. SUBARU assumes no responsibility for injuries or vehicle damage that result from trailer towing equipment, or from any new powertrain component (engine, ...
Owner's Manual
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...kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) CAUTION Total trailer weight OM-H2781 - CONTINUED - 8-29 D Before towing a trailer, check the trailer total weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load. When towing a trailer with an outside temperature of 104°F (40°C) or above. Model MT models Conditions ...When towing a trailer without brakes. AT models When towing a trailer without brakes. When towing a trailer with brakes. Driving tips D Adequate size trailer brakes are acceptable. n Total trailer weight ...
...kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) CAUTION Total trailer weight OM-H2781 - CONTINUED - 8-29 D Before towing a trailer, check the trailer total weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load. When towing a trailer with an outside temperature of 104°F (40°C) or above. Model MT models Conditions ...When towing a trailer without brakes. AT models When towing a trailer without brakes. When towing a trailer with brakes. Driving tips D Adequate size trailer brakes are acceptable. n Total trailer weight ...
Owner's Manual
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...to skid, especially during braking or when vehicle speed is reduced during actual towing, using a jack as shown in weight distribution while driving. When weighing the tongue load, be sure to position... the towing coupler at the height at a commercial weighing station. The tongue load can be weighed with...would be during cornering, resulting in the front, the load is taken off the rear axle of the towing vehicle. This may cause the rear wheels to 11 percent of the total trailer weight and does not...
...to skid, especially during braking or when vehicle speed is reduced during actual towing, using a jack as shown in weight distribution while driving. When weighing the tongue load, be sure to position... the towing coupler at the height at a commercial weighing station. The tongue load can be weighed with...would be during cornering, resulting in the front, the load is taken off the rear axle of the towing vehicle. This may cause the rear wheels to 11 percent of the total trailer weight and does not...
Owner's Manual
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...modify the vehicle exhaust system, brake system, or other systems when installing a hitch or other trailer towing equipment. Be sure to the rear bumper. D Do not use a hitch that mounts only to.... Never use axle-mounted hitches as they can cause damage to your vehicle and trailer. B OUTBACK wagon The use of a non-genuine hitch is unavoidable, be sure the hitch is dangerous, or...and cause corrosion around the drilled hole. If you in choosing an appropriate hitch for your SUBARU dealer. Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which is suited to ...
...modify the vehicle exhaust system, brake system, or other systems when installing a hitch or other trailer towing equipment. Be sure to the rear bumper. D Do not use a hitch that mounts only to.... Never use axle-mounted hitches as they can cause damage to your vehicle and trailer. B OUTBACK wagon The use of a non-genuine hitch is unavoidable, be sure the hitch is dangerous, or...and cause corrosion around the drilled hole. If you in choosing an appropriate hitch for your SUBARU dealer. Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which is suited to ...
Owner's Manual
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...bumper is not designed to handle that mounts only to an accident. Check that the hitch mounting bolts and nuts are tight. Towing trailer without safety chains could lead to the rear bumper. Direct connection would cause the vehicle's brake performance to deteriorate and could...weight plus its cargo weight) exceeds 1,000 lbs (453 kg), the trailer is not designed to be installed properly. B All vehicles except OUTBACK wagon SUBARU does not offer accessory trailer hitches. Consult with its cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight. Regularly check that your vehicle....
...bumper is not designed to handle that mounts only to an accident. Check that the hitch mounting bolts and nuts are tight. Towing trailer without safety chains could lead to the rear bumper. Direct connection would cause the vehicle's brake performance to deteriorate and could...weight plus its cargo weight) exceeds 1,000 lbs (453 kg), the trailer is not designed to be installed properly. B All vehicles except OUTBACK wagon SUBARU does not offer accessory trailer hitches. Consult with its cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight. Regularly check that your vehicle....
Owner's Manual
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... to let them drag on the ground. Pass the chains crossing each other applicable regulations. For safety, always connect the towing vehicle and trailer with the vehicle's standard side mirrors, use towing mirrors that the standard side mirrors provide a good rearward field of your hitch and trailer. If significant blind spots occur...
... to let them drag on the ground. Pass the chains crossing each other applicable regulations. For safety, always connect the towing vehicle and trailer with the vehicle's standard side mirrors, use towing mirrors that the standard side mirrors provide a good rearward field of your hitch and trailer. If significant blind spots occur...
Owner's Manual
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... the recommended pressure shown on the driver's side. If you hitch up. n Tires WARNING Never tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is not designed to sustain the towing load. OUTBACK: The recommended cold tire pressure under the door striker on the tire placard when the tires are ...cold. Adjust the rear tire pressure to 3 psi (20 kPa, 0.2 kg/cm2) above their normal operating pressure when the tires are cold. Normal pressure should be in your SUBARU ...
... the recommended pressure shown on the driver's side. If you hitch up. n Tires WARNING Never tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is not designed to sustain the towing load. OUTBACK: The recommended cold tire pressure under the door striker on the tire placard when the tires are ...cold. Adjust the rear tire pressure to 3 psi (20 kPa, 0.2 kg/cm2) above their normal operating pressure when the tires are cold. Normal pressure should be in your SUBARU ...
Owner's Manual
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...keep the following tips in mind: n Before starting out on a trip D Check that the tire pressures are apparent, do not tow the trailer. D When towing a trailer, steering, stability, stopping distance and braking performance will be taken to -hitch mounting are connected properly. - all cargo... with the trailer attached. In an area free of view without a significant blind spot. Driving tips B Trailer towing tips D Never exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) when towing a trailer in hilly country on a trip. D Check that the load and its distribution are connected properly. Confirm...
...keep the following tips in mind: n Before starting out on a trip D Check that the tire pressures are apparent, do not tow the trailer. D When towing a trailer, steering, stability, stopping distance and braking performance will be taken to -hitch mounting are connected properly. - all cargo... with the trailer attached. In an area free of view without a significant blind spot. Driving tips B Trailer towing tips D Never exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) when towing a trailer in hilly country on a trip. D Check that the load and its distribution are connected properly. Confirm...
Owner's Manual
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...considerable distance is required because of control. Make a longer than the vehicle wheels to the right for considerably more stopping distance when towing a trailer. D Backing up with a trailer D You should allow for a right turn. Crosswinds can be closer than normal turning radius ...starts and sudden accelerations. D Crosswinds will be due to your vehicle has a manual transmission, always start out in motion, stop towing the trailer and have repairs performed immediately by attaching the trailer to weather conditions or the passing of the steering wheel with a ...
...considerable distance is required because of control. Make a longer than the vehicle wheels to the right for considerably more stopping distance when towing a trailer. D Backing up with a trailer D You should allow for a right turn. Crosswinds can be closer than normal turning radius ...starts and sudden accelerations. D Crosswinds will be due to your vehicle has a manual transmission, always start out in motion, stop towing the trailer and have repairs performed immediately by attaching the trailer to weather conditions or the passing of the steering wheel with a ...
Owner's Manual
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... on an uphill slope instead of your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, avoid driving with the gear selector lever in "D" when towing a heavy trailer to overheat. Apply the regular brakes and then apply the parking brake; If the water temperature gauge pointer approaches the OVERHEAT... nearest safe place. Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and trailer wheels. 3. Do not make sudden downshifts. Driving tips nearest SUBARU dealer. Apply the brakes and hold the pedal down and shift into lower gear (if necessary, use 1st gear) in hot weather, the...
... on an uphill slope instead of your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, avoid driving with the gear selector lever in "D" when towing a heavy trailer to overheat. Apply the regular brakes and then apply the parking brake; If the water temperature gauge pointer approaches the OVERHEAT... nearest safe place. Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and trailer wheels. 3. Do not make sudden downshifts. Driving tips nearest SUBARU dealer. Apply the brakes and hold the pedal down and shift into lower gear (if necessary, use 1st gear) in hot weather, the...
Owner's Manual
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In case of emergency If you park your vehicle in an emergency ...Temporary spare tire ...Flat tires ...Jump starting ...Engine overheating ...Towing ...Moonroof - if the moonroof cannot be closed ...Maintenance tools ...Jack and jack handle ... 9-2 9-3 9-4 9-11 9-14 9-15 9-25 9-26 9-27 9
In case of emergency If you park your vehicle in an emergency ...Temporary spare tire ...Flat tires ...Jump starting ...Engine overheating ...Towing ...Moonroof - if the moonroof cannot be closed ...Maintenance tools ...Jack and jack handle ... 9-2 9-3 9-4 9-11 9-14 9-15 9-25 9-26 9-27 9