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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