Subaru Forester: Installing carrying attachments on the crossbars
When installing any carrying attachment such as a bike carrier, ski carrier, kayak carrier, cargo basket, etc. on the crossbars, follow the manufacturer’s instructions and make sure that the attachment is securely fixed to the crossbars. Use only attachments designed specifically for the crossbars. A set of the crossbars is designed to carry loads (cargo and attachment) of not more than 165 lbs (75 kg).
Before operating the vehicle, make sure that the cargo is properly secured on the attachment.
NOTE
Remember that the vehicle’s center of
gravity is altered with the weight of the
load on the roof, thus affecting the
driving characteristics.
Drive carefully. Avoid rapid starts, hard cornering and abrupt stops. Crosswind effects will be increased.
Roof molding and crossbar (if equipped)
- For cargo carrying purposes, the
roof molding must never be used
alone to carry cargo. Otherwise,
damage to the roof or paint or a
dangerous road hazard due to
loss of cargo could ...
Removal and installation of the crossbars
Removal and installation of the crossbars
Each of the two roof moldings has two
mounting points for crossbars. Each
mounting point is fitted with a cover. Use
a screwdriver to remove the co ...
See also:
Roof antenna
- Be sure to lower the antenna rod
before entering garages, parking
towers and other locations with
low ceilings.
- Remove the antenna rod before
washing your car at a car wash. If
the ...
Options and accessories
Optional or accessory equipment described in
this manual is indicated by an asterisk.
Optional or accessory equipment may not be
available in all countries or markets. Please
note that some veh ...
Limitations
In certain situations, DAC may provide warnings
even if the driver’s driving pattern has not
become erratic.
• if the driver is testing the LDW function
• in strong crosswinds
• on groo ...
