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conditions than a two wheel drive vehicle . There is little difference in handling , however , during extremely sharp turns or sudden braking . Therefore , when driving down a slope or turning corners , be sure to reduce your speed and maintain an ample distance from other vehicles .
. Always check the cold tire pressure before starting to drive . The recommended tire pressure is provided on the tire inflation pressure label , which is located on the door pillar on the driver ’ s side .
. Frequent driving of an AWD vehicle under hard-driving conditions such as steep hills or dusty roads will necessitate more frequent replacement of the following items than that specified in the “ Warranty and Maintenance Booklet ”. – Engine oil – Brake fluid – Rear differential gear oil – Continuously variable transmission fluid – Front differential gear oil
. There are some precautions that you must observe when towing your vehicle . For detailed information , refer to “ Towing ” FP436 .
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. Always maintain a safe driving speed according to the road and weather conditions in order to avoid having an accident on a sharp turn , during sudden braking or under other similar conditions .
. Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving an All- Wheel Drive vehicle could easily lead to a serious accident .
. Never attempt to drive through pools and puddles , or roads flooded with water . Water entering the engine air intake or the exhaust pipe or water splashing onto electrical parts may damage your vehicle and may cause it to stall . In this case , contact your SUBARU dealer immediately . Regardless of its depth , it can wash away the ground from under your tires , resulting in possible loss of traction and even vehicle rollover .
CAUTION
. Frequent driving of an AWD model under hard-driving conditions such as rough roads or off roads will necessitate more frequent replacement of the following items than that specified in the maintenance schedule described in the “ Warranty and Maintenance Booklet ”.
– Engine oil – Brake fluid
Remember that damage done to your SUBARU while operating it off-road and not using common