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8-13 . Trailer Towing ( Outback / Subaru Outback Wilderness )
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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 and air conditioning system cooling performance .
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 on correct installation and use provided by SUBARU .
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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 .
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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 . After approximately the first 600 miles ( 1,000 km ) of towing all trailer hitch bolts should be re-tightened to the installation torque .
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& Maximum Load Limits
WARNING
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Never exceed the maximum load limits explained in the following . Exceeding the maximum load limits could cause personal injury and / or vehicle damage .
CAUTION
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 .
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