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Trailer towing
Hitch harness connector( 4-pin type)
10. Connect the hitch wire harness’ s black 4-pin or 7-pin wire connector to the towing trailer’ s wire harness.
11. Confirm proper function of the hitch wire harness by individually activating the brake, stop and turn signal lights on the trailer.
NOTE
Always disconnect the trailer wire harness before launching or retrieving a watercraft.
& If not towing a trailer
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. Remove the ball mount from the hitch receiver tube and insert the receiver cover onto the hitch receiver tube and / or install bumper cover.
. Place the dust cap over the 4-pin or 7- pin connector of the hitch wire harness to protect against possible damage.
. Occasionally lubricate terminals of the 4-pin or 7-pin connector using terminal grease.
8-13. Trailer towing
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Your vehicle is designed and intended to be used primarily as a passenger-carrying vehicle. Towing a trailer puts additional loads on your vehicle’ s engine, drivetrain, brakes, tires and suspension and has an adverse effect on fuel economy.
If you do decide to tow a trailer, your safety and satisfaction depend upon proper use of correct equipment and cautious operation of your vehicle.
Drive carefully when towing a trailer, and always consider the following conditions.
. Road conditions. Weather conditions. Vehicle load weight. Trailer load weight
Seek the advice of your SUBARU dealer to assist you in purchasing a hitch and other necessary towing equipment appropriate for your vehicle. Do not use towing equipment other than genuine SUBARU towing equipment. In addition, be sure to follow the instructions for proper installation and use provided by the trailer or caravan’ s manufacturer.
SUBARU assumes no responsibility for injuries or vehicle damage that result from trailer towing equipment, or from any