Trailer Towing (Outback) 433
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.
! Total trailer weight
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2.4 L models
Conditions Maximum total trailer weight Maximum tongue weight
When towing a trailer without
brakes.
1,000 lbs (453 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)
When towing a trailer with
brakes.
3,500 lbs (1,588 kg) 350 lbs (159 kg)
2.5 L models
Conditions Maximum total trailer weight Maximum tongue weight
When towing a trailer without
brakes.
1,000 lbs (453 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)
When towing a trailer with
brakes.
2,700 lbs (1,224 kg) 270 lbs (122 kg)
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Driving Tips
Total trailer weight
The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus
its cargo load) must never exceed the
maximum total trailer weight. The maximum
total trailer weight is indicated in the
following tables.
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