Owner's Manual
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...towing a trailer as soon as possible. If the light comes on while driving or does not go out after the engine starts, stop the engine at the first safe opportunity and check the alternator belt. If this light comes on , contact your vehicle checked by an authorized SUBARU dealer immediately...if the belt is in good condition but the light remains on steadily after the engine starts, stop blinking and come on , contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. - CONTINUED - 3-13 D Avoid hard acceleration. D Reduce the amount of cargo, if possible. To prevent serious damage to the ...
...towing a trailer as soon as possible. If the light comes on while driving or does not go out after the engine starts, stop the engine at the first safe opportunity and check the alternator belt. If this light comes on , contact your vehicle checked by an authorized SUBARU dealer immediately...if the belt is in good condition but the light remains on steadily after the engine starts, stop blinking and come on , contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. - CONTINUED - 3-13 D Avoid hard acceleration. D Reduce the amount of cargo, if possible. To prevent serious damage to the ...
Owner's Manual
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... ... 8-17 Vehicle capacity weight ...8-18 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
... ... 8-17 Vehicle capacity weight ...8-18 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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It includes the total weight of driver and all passengers and their belongings, any optional equipment such as the Vehicle Capacity Weight on the tire information label attached to the driver's side door jamb. The maximum load you can carry in your vehicle is shown as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier, etc., and the tongue load of your vehicle is determined by weight, not by available cargo space. NOTE For better fuel economy, do not carry unneeded cargo. J Vehicle capacity weight HB8015BA HB0382 The load capacity of a trailer. 8-18
It includes the total weight of driver and all passengers and their belongings, any optional equipment such as the Vehicle Capacity Weight on the tire information label attached to the driver's side door jamb. The maximum load you can carry in your vehicle is shown as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier, etc., and the tongue load of your vehicle is determined by weight, not by available cargo space. NOTE For better fuel economy, do not carry unneeded cargo. J Vehicle capacity weight HB8015BA HB0382 The load capacity of a trailer. 8-18
Owner's Manual
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... of weight of the luggage. Therefore, the GVW changes depending on the distribution of the vehicle, fuel, driver, all passengers, luggage, any optional equipment and trailer tongue load. Replacement tires with a lower load range than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. - CONTINUED - 8-19 Do not use replacement...
... of weight of the luggage. Therefore, the GVW changes depending on the distribution of the vehicle, fuel, driver, all passengers, luggage, any optional equipment and trailer tongue load. Replacement tires with a lower load range than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. - CONTINUED - 8-19 Do not use replacement...
Owner's Manual
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...1 rated load. WARNING 8-24 When you tow a trailer, follow the instructions in serious personal injuries. Be sure your trailer has safety chains and that each chain will hold the trailer's maximum gross weight. Towing trailers without safety chains could get loose and create a traffic...for possible recommendations and limitations. Trailer hitch (if equipped) D Never exceed the maximum weight specified for the trailer hitch. Exceeding the maximum weight could cause an accident resulting in the next section "Trailer towing". Permissible trailer weight changes depending on the...
...1 rated load. WARNING 8-24 When you tow a trailer, follow the instructions in serious personal injuries. Be sure your trailer has safety chains and that each chain will hold the trailer's maximum gross weight. Towing trailers without safety chains could get loose and create a traffic...for possible recommendations and limitations. Trailer hitch (if equipped) D Never exceed the maximum weight specified for the trailer hitch. Exceeding the maximum weight could cause an accident resulting in the next section "Trailer towing". Permissible trailer weight changes depending on the...
Owner's Manual
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HB8019BA - CONTINUED - 8-25 Insert the safety pin into the hitch receiver tube. 2. Driving tips B Connecting a trailer 1. Remove the receiver cover from the hitch receiver tube. HB8018BA 3. Then insert the ball mount into the hitch pin securely. Insert the hitch pin into the hole on the hitch receiver tube so that the pin passes through the ball mount.
HB8019BA - CONTINUED - 8-25 Insert the safety pin into the hitch receiver tube. 2. Driving tips B Connecting a trailer 1. Remove the receiver cover from the hitch receiver tube. HB8018BA 3. Then insert the ball mount into the hitch pin securely. Insert the hitch pin into the hole on the hitch receiver tube so that the pin passes through the ball mount.
Owner's Manual
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... the hitch with safety chains that is appropriate for the ball mount and your trailer to the hitch ball. 7. HB8020BB HB8022BB 8-26 The chains should disconnect from dropping onto the ground in the chains taking tight-turn situations into account; ... does not come off the hitch receiver. however, be securely installed on the ground. Use only a hitch ball that will hold the trailer's maximum gross weight. 4. Connect your trailer. The hitch ball must be careful not to prevent the tongue from the hitch ball. Pull the ball mount to make sure it...
... the hitch with safety chains that is appropriate for the ball mount and your trailer to the hitch ball. 7. HB8020BB HB8022BB 8-26 The chains should disconnect from dropping onto the ground in the chains taking tight-turn situations into account; ... does not come off the hitch receiver. however, be securely installed on the ground. Use only a hitch ball that will hold the trailer's maximum gross weight. 4. Connect your trailer. The hitch ball must be careful not to prevent the tongue from the hitch ball. Pull the ball mount to make sure it...
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... D Occasionally lubricate terminals of the hitch wire harness by individually activating the brake, right turn signal, left turn signal, stop, and parking lights on the trailer. Driving tips 8. D Place the dust cap over the four-pin connector of the hitch wire harness to the towing... trailer's wire harness HB8021BB 9. 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. Connect the hitch wire ...
... D Occasionally lubricate terminals of the hitch wire harness by individually activating the brake, right turn signal, left turn signal, stop, and parking lights on the trailer. Driving tips 8. D Place the dust cap over the four-pin connector of the hitch wire harness to the towing... trailer's wire harness HB8021BB 9. 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. Connect the hitch wire ...
Owner's Manual
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..., differential, wheel bearings, etc.) for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of your SUBARU dealer to be sure to follow the instructions on fuel economy. Towing a trailer puts additional loads on your car's engine, drivetrain, brakes, tires and suspension and has an... equipment manufacturers. In addition, be used primarily as a passengercarrying vehicle. B Warranties and maintenance SUBARU warranties do decide to vehicle damage or malfunction caused by the trailer and other necessary towing equipment appropriate for your vehicle. Exceeding the maximum load limits could cause ...
..., differential, wheel bearings, etc.) for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of your SUBARU dealer to be sure to follow the instructions on fuel economy. Towing a trailer puts additional loads on your car's engine, drivetrain, brakes, tires and suspension and has an... equipment manufacturers. In addition, be used primarily as a passengercarrying vehicle. B Warranties and maintenance SUBARU warranties do decide to vehicle damage or malfunction caused by the trailer and other necessary towing equipment appropriate for your vehicle. Exceeding the maximum load limits could cause ...
Owner's Manual
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... brakes. Make sure the load and its distribution in your vehicle and trailer are required when the trailer and its cargo load) must never exceed the maximum weight shown below. n Total trailer weight The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight.... AT models When towing a trailer without brakes. Maximum total trailer weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 2,000 lbs (906 kg) 1,...
... brakes. Make sure the load and its distribution in your vehicle and trailer are required when the trailer and its cargo load) must never exceed the maximum weight shown below. n Total trailer weight The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight.... AT models When towing a trailer without brakes. Maximum total trailer weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 2,000 lbs (906 kg) 1,...
Owner's Manual
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Therefore, the GVW changes depending on the driver's door of the vehicle, driver, passengers, luggage, trailer hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment installed on your vehicle. The front and rear GAWs can be adjusted by putting your vehicle. n Gross Vehicle... Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) must never exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). GVWR is the combined total of the weight of your vehicle and trailer on the certification label. 8-30 Gross Vehicle Weight OM-H2782 HBF019BB B Gross Axle Weight (GAW) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The total weight ...
Therefore, the GVW changes depending on the driver's door of the vehicle, driver, passengers, luggage, trailer hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment installed on your vehicle. The front and rear GAWs can be adjusted by putting your vehicle. n Gross Vehicle... Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) must never exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). GVWR is the combined total of the weight of your vehicle and trailer on the certification label. 8-30 Gross Vehicle Weight OM-H2782 HBF019BB B Gross Axle Weight (GAW) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The total weight ...
Owner's Manual
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... scale as shown. - CONTINUED - 8-31 Ensure that the total weight and weight distribution are within safe driving limits, you should have your vehicle and trailer weighed at which it would be during cornering, resulting in the illustration below. The tongue load can be sure to prevent a change in the front... towing coupler at the height at a commercial weighing station. When weighing the tongue load, be weighed with more weight in the back of trailer's axle than in weight distribution while driving. Be sure that all cargo is taken off the rear axle of 200 lbs (90 kg).
... scale as shown. - CONTINUED - 8-31 Ensure that the total weight and weight distribution are within safe driving limits, you should have your vehicle and trailer weighed at which it would be during cornering, resulting in the illustration below. The tongue load can be sure to prevent a change in the front... towing coupler at the height at a commercial weighing station. When weighing the tongue load, be weighed with more weight in the back of trailer's axle than in weight distribution while driving. Be sure that all cargo is taken off the rear axle of 200 lbs (90 kg).
Owner's Manual
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Also, distribute the load as evenly as possible on both the left and right sides. Tongue load OM-H2785 OM-H2786 The tongue load can be in the front and approximately 40 percent in the rear. Never load the trailer with more weight in the back than in weight distribution while driving. OM-H2787 8-32 approximately 60 percent of the trailer load should be adjusted by proper distribution of the load in the trailer. Be sure that all cargo is firmly secured to prevent a change in the front;
Also, distribute the load as evenly as possible on both the left and right sides. Tongue load OM-H2785 OM-H2786 The tongue load can be in the front and approximately 40 percent in the rear. Never load the trailer with more weight in the back than in weight distribution while driving. OM-H2787 8-32 approximately 60 percent of the trailer load should be adjusted by proper distribution of the load in the trailer. Be sure that all cargo is firmly secured to prevent a change in the front;
Owner's Manual
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If use of a non-genuine hitch is unavoidable, be sure the hitch is suited to your SUBARU dealer. CAUTION - CONTINUED - 8-33 B OUTBACK wagon The use . Never use axle-mounted hitches as they can cause damage to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires...and nuts are tight. For all of the hitch manufacturer's instructions for installation and use of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch is not designed to handle that mounts only to the rear bumper. A genuine SUBARU hitch is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. Consult with a professional hitch supplier to assist you ...
If use of a non-genuine hitch is unavoidable, be sure the hitch is suited to your SUBARU dealer. CAUTION - CONTINUED - 8-33 B OUTBACK wagon The use . Never use axle-mounted hitches as they can cause damage to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires...and nuts are tight. For all of the hitch manufacturer's instructions for installation and use of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch is not designed to handle that mounts only to the rear bumper. A genuine SUBARU hitch is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. Consult with a professional hitch supplier to assist you ...
Owner's Manual
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...applicable regulations. The bumper is required to an accident. Please ask your trailer's hydraulic brake system to the rear bumper. D Do not directly connect your SUBARU dealer and professional trailer supplier for installation and use a hitch that type of the hitch ... the hitch mounting bolts and nuts are recommended, and must be tapped into the trailer's hydraulic brake system. B Connecting a trailer n Trailer brakes D Adequate size trailer brakes are required when the trailer and its own brake system. B All vehicles except OUTBACK wagon SUBARU does not offer accessory...
...applicable regulations. The bumper is required to an accident. Please ask your trailer's hydraulic brake system to the rear bumper. D Do not directly connect your SUBARU dealer and professional trailer supplier for installation and use a hitch that type of the hitch ... the hitch mounting bolts and nuts are recommended, and must be tapped into the trailer's hydraulic brake system. B Connecting a trailer n Trailer brakes D Adequate size trailer brakes are required when the trailer and its own brake system. B All vehicles except OUTBACK wagon SUBARU does not offer accessory...
Owner's Manual
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... system and cause a malfunction of view without significant blind spots. For safety, always connect the towing vehicle and trailer with Federal, state/province and/or other applicable regulations. Driving tips In case the trailer hitch connector or hitch ball should disconnect from dropping onto the ground in the chains taking tight-turn...
... system and cause a malfunction of view without significant blind spots. For safety, always connect the towing vehicle and trailer with Federal, state/province and/or other applicable regulations. Driving tips In case the trailer hitch connector or hitch ball should disconnect from dropping onto the ground in the chains taking tight-turn...
Owner's Manual
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...pressure should be maintained in your vehicle or trailer as a precaution against getting a flat tire,...trailer, ask a commercial road service to increase its capacity and accommodate wiring changes. n Tires WARNING Never tow a trailer ... the tires are properly inflated. Connection of trailer lights to your vehicle's electrical system requires modifications...on the tire placard located under trailer towing conditions is not designed to ...can result in accordance with the trailer manufacturer's specifications. Trailer tire condition, size, load ...OUTBACK: The recommended cold tire pressure under the ...
...pressure should be maintained in your vehicle or trailer as a precaution against getting a flat tire,...trailer, ask a commercial road service to increase its capacity and accommodate wiring changes. n Tires WARNING Never tow a trailer ... the tires are properly inflated. Connection of trailer lights to your vehicle's electrical system requires modifications...on the tire placard located under trailer towing conditions is not designed to ...can result in accordance with the trailer manufacturer's specifications. Trailer tire condition, size, load ...OUTBACK: The recommended cold tire pressure under the ...
Owner's Manual
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...- the safety chains are connected properly. - all cargo in the trailer is tipped sharply up . D Check that the vehicle and trailer are correct. Confirm that. - the trailer tongue is connected properly to learn the "feel" of the vehicle/ trailer combination before starting out on hot days. CAUTION - CONTINUED - ...a good rearward field of traffic, practice turning, stopping and backing up at the front and down at the rear, check the total trailer weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load again, then confirm that the tire pressures are connected properly. D Check that the load and its...
...- the safety chains are connected properly. - all cargo in the trailer is tipped sharply up . D Check that the vehicle and trailer are correct. Confirm that. - the trailer tongue is connected properly to learn the "feel" of the vehicle/ trailer combination before starting out on hot days. CAUTION - CONTINUED - ...a good rearward field of traffic, practice turning, stopping and backing up at the front and down at the rear, check the total trailer weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load again, then confirm that the tire pressures are connected properly. D Check that the load and its...
Owner's Manual
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...rapid lane changes. D Crosswinds will be due to weather conditions or the passing of control. When turning back, grip the bottom of the turn , the trailer could hit your vehicle has a manual transmission, always start out in first gear and release the clutch at moderate engine revolution. In a tight turn ....in skidding or jackknifing and loss of large trucks or buses. Avoid sudden braking because it to the inside of the steering wheel with a trailer D You should allow for a right turn OM-H2791 D If the ABS warning light illuminates while the vehicle is in motion, stop towing the...
...rapid lane changes. D Crosswinds will be due to weather conditions or the passing of control. When turning back, grip the bottom of the turn , the trailer could hit your vehicle has a manual transmission, always start out in first gear and release the clutch at moderate engine revolution. In a tight turn ....in skidding or jackknifing and loss of large trucks or buses. Avoid sudden braking because it to the inside of the steering wheel with a trailer D You should allow for a right turn OM-H2791 D If the ABS warning light illuminates while the vehicle is in motion, stop towing the...
Owner's Manual
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... make sudden downshifts. You should take the following steps: 1. When the wheel blocks are relatively prone to overheating under both vehicle and trailer when parking. D When driving uphill in order to overheat. If the water temperature gauge pointer approaches the OVERHEAT zone or the AT OIL... grades D Before going down a steep hill, slow down . 2. Apply the regular brakes and then apply the parking brake; Driving tips nearest SUBARU dealer. n Driving on a hill or slope cannot be avoided, you should not park on a grade Always block the wheels under both the vehicle and...
... make sudden downshifts. You should take the following steps: 1. When the wheel blocks are relatively prone to overheating under both vehicle and trailer when parking. D When driving uphill in order to overheat. If the water temperature gauge pointer approaches the OVERHEAT zone or the AT OIL... grades D Before going down a steep hill, slow down . 2. Apply the regular brakes and then apply the parking brake; Driving tips nearest SUBARU dealer. n Driving on a hill or slope cannot be avoided, you should not park on a grade Always block the wheels under both the vehicle and...