Trailer Towing 415 |
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SUBARU assumes no responsibility for injuries or vehicle damage that result from trailer towing equipment, or from any errors or omissions in the instructions accompanying such equipment or for your failure to follow the proper instructions. Regularly check that the hitch mounting bolts and nuts are tightened securely. |
& Warranties and Maintenance s08al01
SUBARU warranties do not apply to vehicle damage or malfunction caused by trailer towing. If you use your vehicle to tow a trailer, more frequent maintenance will be required due to the additional load.( Refer to“ Maintenance schedule under severe driving conditions” in the“ Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”.)
Under no circumstances should a trailer be towed with a new vehicle or a vehicle with any new powertrain component( engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearings, etc.) for the first 1,000 miles( 1,600 km) of driving.
& Maximum Load Limits
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could cause personal injury and / or vehicle damage.
CAUTION
. Adequate size trailer brakes are required when the trailer and its cargo exceed 1,000 lbs( 453 kg) total weight.
. Before towing a trailer, check the trailer total weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load. Make sure the load and its distribution in your vehicle and trailer are acceptable.
! Total trailer weight
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The total trailer weight( trailer weight plus its cargo load) must never exceed the maximum total trailer weight in the following table. |
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Driving Tips
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WARNING |
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Never exceed the maximum load limits explained in the following. Exceeding the maximum load limits |
Total trailer weight |
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