8-1 . New Vehicle Break-In Driving – the First s08
1,000 miles ( 1,600 km ) .................................. 396 8-2 . Fuel Economy Hints ....................................... 396 8-3 . Engine Exhaust Gas ( Carbon Monoxide )...... 396 8-4 . Catalytic Converter ......................................... 397 8-5 . Periodic Inspections ....................................... 398 8-6 . Driving in Foreign Countries ......................... 398 8-7 . Frequent Driving Prevents Vehicle Battery from Discharging .......................................... 398
8-8 . Driving Tips for AWD Vehicles ...................... 399
8-9 . On-Road and Off-Road Driving ...................... 400 Before Driving .................................................... 401 During Driving .................................................... 401 After Driving ....................................................... 402
8-10 . Winter Driving ............................................... 402 Operation during Cold Weather ........................... 402 Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads ........................ 403 Corrosion Protection .......................................... 404 Snow Tires ......................................................... 405
Driving Tips
Tire Chains ........................................................ 405 Rocking the Vehicle ........................................... 406
8-11 . Loading Your Vehicle .................................... 406 Vehicle Capacity Weight ..................................... 407
GVWR and GAWR ( Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating ).............. 407
Roof Rail ( If Equipped ) ....................................... 408 Roof Molding and Crossbar ( If Equipped ) ........... 409 Roof Tent ........................................................... 410
8-12 . Trailer Hitch ( Dealer Option )......................... 412 Connecting a SUBARU Genuine Trailer Hitch ...... 413 If Not Towing a Trailer ........................................ 414
8-13 . Trailer Towing ................................................ 414 Warranties and Maintenance ............................... 415 Maximum Load Limits ........................................ 415 Trailer Hitches ( Dealer Option )............................ 418 When You Do Not Tow a Trailer .......................... 419 Connecting a Trailer ........................................... 419 Trailer Towing Tips ............................................. 420
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Driving Tips