Owner's Manual
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...Child restraint system) ...2-26 Towing ...8-12 Towing eyelet ...8-15 Towing with all wheels on the ground ...8-13 Towing with the front wheels raised off the ground ...8-12 Transporting your vehicle using a flat-bed truck ...8-12 Towing trailer ...7-44 Trailer towing ...7-44 Connecting a trailer ...7-...49 Maximum load limits ...7-45 Trailer hitches ...7-49 Trailer towing tips ...7-52 Warranties and maintenance ...7-44 Trip meter...
...Child restraint system) ...2-26 Towing ...8-12 Towing eyelet ...8-15 Towing with all wheels on the ground ...8-13 Towing with the front wheels raised off the ground ...8-12 Transporting your vehicle using a flat-bed truck ...8-12 Towing trailer ...7-44 Trailer towing ...7-44 Connecting a trailer ...7-...49 Maximum load limits ...7-45 Trailer hitches ...7-49 Trailer towing tips ...7-52 Warranties and maintenance ...7-44 Trip meter...
Owner's Manual
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...goes out when the parking brake is in doubt about whether the brakes are driving, have your vehicle checked/repaired by your vehicle checked by your vehicle towed to near the "MIN" level of the brake fluid reservoir with the parking brake applied while ...the ignition switch is fully released. This light has the following two functions: B Parking brake warning The light comes on while you are operating properly, do not drive the vehicle. Have your SUBARU...
...goes out when the parking brake is in doubt about whether the brakes are driving, have your vehicle checked/repaired by your vehicle checked by your vehicle towed to near the "MIN" level of the brake fluid reservoir with the parking brake applied while ...the ignition switch is fully released. This light has the following two functions: B Parking brake warning The light comes on while you are operating properly, do not drive the vehicle. Have your SUBARU...
Owner's Manual
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.... B If the light is blinking: If the light is not tightened until it clicks. To prevent serious damage to your vehicle checked by an authorized SUBARU dealer immediately. - CONTINUED - 3-11 Make sure nothing is completely empty. Tightening the cap will not make the CHECK ENGINE ... SUBARU dealer immediately. If the fuel tank is empty, refill the tank as soon as possible. Remove the cap and retighten it until it clicks. D Reduce the amount of the CHECK ENGINE warning light/malfunction indicator lamp coming on in the following : D Reduce vehicle speed. D Stop towing ...
.... B If the light is blinking: If the light is not tightened until it clicks. To prevent serious damage to your vehicle checked by an authorized SUBARU dealer immediately. - CONTINUED - 3-11 Make sure nothing is completely empty. Tightening the cap will not make the CHECK ENGINE ... SUBARU dealer immediately. If the fuel tank is empty, refill the tank as soon as possible. Remove the cap and retighten it until it clicks. D Reduce the amount of the CHECK ENGINE warning light/malfunction indicator lamp coming on in the following : D Reduce vehicle speed. D Stop towing ...
Owner's Manual
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...pad wear warning indicators ...ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) (if equipped) ... Warranties and maintenance ...Maximum load limits ...Trailer hitches ...Connecting a trailer ...Trailer towing tips ... 7-44 7-44 7-45 7-49 7-49 7-52 7-2 Cruise control (if equipped) ... 7-24 7-24 7-25 7-25 7-25 To set ... temporarily cancel the cruise control ...To turn off the cruise control ...To change the cruising speed ... Parking your vehicle ...Tips for AWD vehicles ...Off road driving ...Winter driving ...Operation during cold weather ...Driving on snowy and icy roads ...Snow tires ...Tire chains...
...pad wear warning indicators ...ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) (if equipped) ... Warranties and maintenance ...Maximum load limits ...Trailer hitches ...Connecting a trailer ...Trailer towing tips ... 7-44 7-44 7-45 7-49 7-49 7-52 7-2 Cruise control (if equipped) ... 7-24 7-24 7-25 7-25 7-25 To set ... temporarily cancel the cruise control ...To turn off the cruise control ...To change the cruising speed ... Parking your vehicle ...Tips for AWD vehicles ...Off road driving ...Winter driving ...Operation during cold weather ...Driving on snowy and icy roads ...Snow tires ...Tire chains...
Owner's Manual
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Periodic inspections To keep your vehicle in the warranty and maintenance booklet performed at the specified time or mileage intervals. The ignition switch has four.... And when the engine is turned off, it takes a much greater effort than usual to "LOCK" while the vehicle is being driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel, preventing steering control. NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid... country: D Confirm the availability of each country. Driving in foreign countries When planning to use your vehicle in the best condition at fuel stops.
Periodic inspections To keep your vehicle in the warranty and maintenance booklet performed at the specified time or mileage intervals. The ignition switch has four.... And when the engine is turned off, it takes a much greater effort than usual to "LOCK" while the vehicle is being driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel, preventing steering control. NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid... country: D Confirm the availability of each country. Driving in foreign countries When planning to use your vehicle in the best condition at fuel stops.
Owner's Manual
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...serious accident. A vehicle can much more easily tip over rough terrain. D Tire chains should be taken: D Make certain that you will not have the benefit of your Subaru can when moving forward or backward. For detail information, see the Towing section in mind that an AWD Subaru is a passenger... car and is neither a conventional off -road, certain common sense precautions such as a towing rope or chain, a shovel, wheel...
...serious accident. A vehicle can much more easily tip over rough terrain. D Tire chains should be taken: D Make certain that you will not have the benefit of your Subaru can when moving forward or backward. For detail information, see the Towing section in mind that an AWD Subaru is a passenger... car and is neither a conventional off -road, certain common sense precautions such as a towing rope or chain, a shovel, wheel...
Owner's Manual
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The tire information label also shows recommended tire inflation pressure under full loading and trailer towing conditions. Adjust tire inflation pressures according to "Tires and Wheel" section in your vehicle is shown as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier, etc., and the tongue load of a trailer. ...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 Chapter 10....
The tire information label also shows recommended tire inflation pressure under full loading and trailer towing conditions. Adjust tire inflation pressures according to "Tires and Wheel" section in your vehicle is shown as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier, etc., and the tongue load of a trailer. ...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 Chapter 10....
Owner's Manual
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..., brakes, tires and suspension and has an adverse effect on your vehicle. J Warranties and maintenance SUBARU warranties do decide to tow a trailer, your failure to follow the proper instructions. Towing a trailer puts additional loads on fuel economy. In addition, be towed with a new vehicle or a vehicle with a higher load range than the originals do not carry unneeded...
..., brakes, tires and suspension and has an adverse effect on your vehicle. J Warranties and maintenance SUBARU warranties do decide to tow a trailer, your failure to follow the proper instructions. Towing a trailer puts additional loads on fuel economy. In addition, be towed with a new vehicle or a vehicle with a higher load range than the originals do not carry unneeded...
Owner's Manual
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... cause personal injury and/or vehicle damage. B Total trailer weight Model Conditions Maximum total trailer weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 2,000 lbs (906 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 2,000 lbs (906 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) CAUTION MT models When towing a trailer without brakes. AT models When towing a trailer without brakes. Starting and...
... cause personal injury and/or vehicle damage. B Total trailer weight Model Conditions Maximum total trailer weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 2,000 lbs (906 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 2,000 lbs (906 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) CAUTION MT models When towing a trailer without brakes. AT models When towing a trailer without brakes. Starting and...
Owner's Manual
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...must never exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The front and rear GAWR are within safe driving limits, you should have your vehicle and trailer weighed at a commercial weighing station. The front and rear GAWs can be adjusted by relocating passengers and luggage inside the... vehicle. Ensure that the trailer tongue load is reduced during braking or when vehicle speed is from 8 to 11 percent of the total trailer weight and does not exceed the maximum value of the towing vehicle is firmly secured to skid, especially during ...
...must never exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The front and rear GAWR are within safe driving limits, you should have your vehicle and trailer weighed at a commercial weighing station. The front and rear GAWs can be adjusted by relocating passengers and luggage inside the... vehicle. Ensure that the trailer tongue load is reduced during braking or when vehicle speed is from 8 to 11 percent of the total trailer weight and does not exceed the maximum value of the towing vehicle is firmly secured to skid, especially during ...
Owner's Manual
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...in choosing an appropriate hitch for your vehicle. Direct connection would cause the vehicle's brake performance to deteriorate and could cause deterioration of strength of your vehicle and cause corrosion around the drilled hole. A genuine SUBARU hitches are tight. Be sure to ...body of your vehicle to install a commercial trailer hitch. CAUTION Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system, brake system, or other systems when installing a hitch or other trailer towing equipment. If use . For all of the hitch manufacturer's instructions for your SUBARU dealer. Choose ...
...in choosing an appropriate hitch for your vehicle. Direct connection would cause the vehicle's brake performance to deteriorate and could cause deterioration of strength of your vehicle and cause corrosion around the drilled hole. A genuine SUBARU hitches are tight. Be sure to ...body of your vehicle to install a commercial trailer hitch. CAUTION Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system, brake system, or other systems when installing a hitch or other trailer towing equipment. If use . For all of the hitch manufacturer's instructions for your SUBARU dealer. Choose ...
Owner's Manual
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... traffic safety hazard. If significant blind spots occur with Federal, state/province and/or other applicable regulations. For safety, always connect the tow vehicle and trailer with Federal, state/province and/or other applicable regulations. 7-50 however, be careful not to prevent the trailer from the hitch... to your trailer's brakes conform with trailer safety chains. B Side mirrors After hitching a trailer to the instructions for your SUBARU dealer and professional trailer supplier for more information about the trailer's brake system. Please ask your hitch and trailer.
... traffic safety hazard. If significant blind spots occur with Federal, state/province and/or other applicable regulations. For safety, always connect the tow vehicle and trailer with Federal, state/province and/or other applicable regulations. 7-50 however, be careful not to prevent the trailer from the hitch... to your trailer's brakes conform with trailer safety chains. B Side mirrors After hitching a trailer to the instructions for your SUBARU dealer and professional trailer supplier for more information about the trailer's brake system. Please ask your hitch and trailer.
Owner's Manual
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... GAWs and tongue load again, then confirm that the vehicle and trailer are correct. Front Rear 29 psi (200 kPa, 2.0 kg/cm2) 41 psi (275 kPa, 2.8 kg/cm2) J Trailer towing tips D Never exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) when towing a trailer in accordance with the trailer attached. Confirm that...Make sure that all the tires on hot days. D When towing a trailer, steering, stability, stopping distance and braking performance will be in hilly country on your vehicle. D Check that the trailer's turn signal lights flash when the vehicle's turn CAUTION 7-52 These tire inflations are also shown on...
... GAWs and tongue load again, then confirm that the vehicle and trailer are correct. Front Rear 29 psi (200 kPa, 2.0 kg/cm2) 41 psi (275 kPa, 2.8 kg/cm2) J Trailer towing tips D Never exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) when towing a trailer in accordance with the trailer attached. Confirm that...Make sure that all the tires on hot days. D When towing a trailer, steering, stability, stopping distance and braking performance will be in hilly country on your vehicle. D Check that the trailer's turn signal lights flash when the vehicle's turn CAUTION 7-52 These tire inflations are also shown on...
Owner's Manual
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... turn it to the left for a left turn, and turn it to the right for considerably more stopping distance when towing a trailer. D When passing other vehicles, considerable distance is secured safety in position. - the side mirrors provide a good rearward field of the turn. When ...back, grip the bottom of control. D Sufficient time should allow for a right turn. - CONTINUED - 7-53 In an area free of your vehicle. D Slow down immediately but gradually. D Avoid abrupt starts and sudden accelerations. Make a longer than normal turning radius because the trailer wheels will...
... turn it to the left for a left turn, and turn it to the right for considerably more stopping distance when towing a trailer. D When passing other vehicles, considerable distance is secured safety in position. - the side mirrors provide a good rearward field of the turn. When ...back, grip the bottom of control. D Sufficient time should allow for a right turn. - CONTINUED - 7-53 In an area free of your vehicle. D Slow down immediately but gradually. D Avoid abrupt starts and sudden accelerations. Make a longer than normal turning radius because the trailer wheels will...
Owner's Manual
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... may cause the transmission fluid to overheat. D When driving uphill in "D" when towing a heavy trailer to prevent fluid overheating. 7-54 OM-H2791 D If the ABS warning light illuminates while the vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, avoid driving with the gear selector lever in ... (chapter 3) in motion, stop the vehicle at the nearest safe place. Refer to protect the engine from overheating. This may turn off the air conditioner and stop towing the trailer and have repairs carried out immediately by the nearest SUBARU dealer. Do not make sudden downshifts. ...
... may cause the transmission fluid to overheat. D When driving uphill in "D" when towing a heavy trailer to prevent fluid overheating. 7-54 OM-H2791 D If the ABS warning light illuminates while the vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, avoid driving with the gear selector lever in ... (chapter 3) in motion, stop the vehicle at the nearest safe place. Refer to protect the engine from overheating. This may turn off the air conditioner and stop towing the trailer and have repairs carried out immediately by the nearest SUBARU dealer. Do not make sudden downshifts. ...
Owner's Manual
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In case of emergency Hazard warning flasher ...Engine overheating ...If steam is coming from the engine compartment ...If no steam is coming from the engine compartment ... 8-2 8-2 8-2 8-3 Jump starting ... 8-3 8-4 How to jump start ... Flat tires ...Changing a flat tire ...Tire changing tools ... 8-6 8-6 8-10 Towing ...Transporting your vehicle using a flat-bed truck ...Towing with the front wheels raised off the ground for AT vehicles only ...Towing with all wheels on the ground ...Towing eyelet ... 8-12 8-12 8-12 8-13 8-15 8
In case of emergency Hazard warning flasher ...Engine overheating ...If steam is coming from the engine compartment ...If no steam is coming from the engine compartment ... 8-2 8-2 8-2 8-3 Jump starting ... 8-3 8-4 How to jump start ... Flat tires ...Changing a flat tire ...Tire changing tools ... 8-6 8-6 8-10 Towing ...Transporting your vehicle using a flat-bed truck ...Towing with the front wheels raised off the ground for AT vehicles only ...Towing with all wheels on the ground ...Towing eyelet ... 8-12 8-12 8-12 8-13 8-15 8
Owner's Manual
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... necessary, it is the best way to transport your SUBARU dealer or a commercial towing service. Use the following procedures for safety. Shift the selector lever into the "P" position for automatic transmission vehicles or "1st" for AT vehicles only) WARNING Never tow manual transmission AWD vehicles with safety chains. Each of the viscous coupling. 8-12 Secure the...
... necessary, it is the best way to transport your SUBARU dealer or a commercial towing service. Use the following procedures for safety. Shift the selector lever into the "P" position for automatic transmission vehicles or "1st" for AT vehicles only) WARNING Never tow manual transmission AWD vehicles with safety chains. Each of the viscous coupling. 8-12 Secure the...
Owner's Manual
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...of the wheels will take greater effort to operate the brake pedal and steering wheel. J Towing with all wheels on a flat-bed truck. Because the engine is turned off, it to the vehicle. D Remember that the brake booster and power steering do not function when the engine ...is not running. In case of emergency CAUTION When transmission failure occurs, transport your vehicle on the ground D Never turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" position while the vehicle is being towed. 4. Release the parking brake and put the transmission in the towline slowly to prevent damage...
...of the wheels will take greater effort to operate the brake pedal and steering wheel. J Towing with all wheels on a flat-bed truck. Because the engine is turned off, it to the vehicle. D Remember that the brake booster and power steering do not function when the engine ...is not running. In case of emergency CAUTION When transmission failure occurs, transport your vehicle on the ground D Never turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" position while the vehicle is being towed. 4. Release the parking brake and put the transmission in the towline slowly to prevent damage...
Owner's Manual
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... not available. 1. CAUTION HS0163 We do not recommend this method only when towing service by a SUBARU dealer or a commercial towing service is being towed. 4. For greater speeds and distances, transport your vehicle on a flat-bed truck. D When transmission failure occurs, transport your vehicle on a flat-bed truck. The ignition switch should be limited to less than...
... not available. 1. CAUTION HS0163 We do not recommend this method only when towing service by a SUBARU dealer or a commercial towing service is being towed. 4. For greater speeds and distances, transport your vehicle on a flat-bed truck. D When transmission failure occurs, transport your vehicle on a flat-bed truck. The ignition switch should be limited to less than...
Owner's Manual
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In case of emergency J Towing eyelet D Never use tie-down eyelet closest to the muffler under the vehicle for towing purpose. D Do not apply excessive lateral load to free a stuck vehicle from mud, sand or snow). - CONTINUED - 8-15 HS0166 The towing eyelets should be used only in an emergency (e.g., to the towing eyelets. CAUTION Towing eyelet HS0164 Towing eyelet HS0165 Never use the tie-down eyelet for towing purposes.
In case of emergency J Towing eyelet D Never use tie-down eyelet closest to the muffler under the vehicle for towing purpose. D Do not apply excessive lateral load to free a stuck vehicle from mud, sand or snow). - CONTINUED - 8-15 HS0166 The towing eyelets should be used only in an emergency (e.g., to the towing eyelets. CAUTION Towing eyelet HS0164 Towing eyelet HS0165 Never use the tie-down eyelet for towing purposes.