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Trailer Hitch ( Outback / Subaru Outback Wilderness – If Equipped )
The total weight on the roof rails – including the roof crossbars , roof tent , and all occupants and contents in the roof tent – must not exceed either the vehicle ’ s roof rail load limit ( 700 lbs ( 317 kg )), evenly distributed , or the load limit of the roof crossbars , whichever is lower .
Load limit of the roof rail ( A ). B + C + D < 700 lbs ( 317 kg )
Exceeding this load limit could cause damage to the vehicle or racking system . The vehicle must never be driven with occupants in the roof tent . Before the vehicle is driven , occupants and cargo must be removed from the roof tent and the roof rail load must be restored to within the roof rail load limit of 220 lbs ( 100 kg ). Refer to the user manual that accompanied the roof tent for important safety information and instructions on the proper installation and use of the tent .
8-12 . Trailer Hitch ( Outback / Subaru Outback Wilderness – If Equipped )
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. Never exceed the maximum weight specified for the trailer hitch . Exceeding the maximum weight could cause an accident resulting in serious personal injuries . Permissible trailer weight changes depending on the situation . For possible recommendations and limitations , refer to “ Trailer Towing ( Outback / Subaru Outback Wilderness )” FP473 .
. Never drill the frame or underbody of your vehicle to install a commercial trailer hitch . If you do , dangerous exhaust gas , water or mud may enter the passenger compartment through the drilled hole . Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide , a colorless and odorless gas which is dangerous , or even lethal , if inhaled . Also , drilling the frame or underbody of your vehicle could cause deterioration of strength of your vehicle and cause corrosion
around the drilled hole .
. Be sure your trailer has safety chains and that each chain will hold the trailer ’ s maximum gross weight . Towing trailers without safety chains could create a traffic safety hazard if the trailer separates from the hitch due to coupling damage or hitch ball damage .
. Use only a ball mount that is suitable for the trailer hitch . Use the hitch only as a weight carrying hitch . Do not use with any type of weight distributing hitch .
. The standard bumper beam must be installed after you remove the trailer hitch . Consult a SUBARU dealer for purchase of a standard bumper beam if you do not have the original .
. If a trailer hitch is installed , it is not possible to install the rear towing hook .
CAUTION
Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system , brake system , or other systems when installing a hitch or other trailer towing equipment .