Subaru Forester: Before starting out on a trip
- Check that the vehicle and vehicle-tohitch mounting are in good condition. If any problems are apparent, do not tow the trailer.
- Check that the vehicle sits horizontally with the trailer attached. If the vehicle is tipped sharply up at the front and down at the rear, check the total trailer weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load again, then confirm that the load and its distribution are acceptable.
- Check that the tire pressures are correct.
- Check that the vehicle and trailer are
connected properly. Confirm that
– the trailer tongue is connected
properly to the hitch ball.
– the trailer lights connector is connected properly and trailer’s brake lights illuminate when the vehicle’s brake pedal is pressed, and that the trailer’s turn signal lights flash when the vehicle’s turn signal lever is operated.
– the safety chains are connected properly.
– all cargo in the trailer is secured safety in position.
– the side mirrors provide a good rearward field of view without a significant blind spot.
- Sufficient time should be taken to learn the “feel” of the vehicle/trailer combination before starting out on a trip. In an area free of traffic, practice turning, stopping and backing up.
Trailer towing tips
- Never exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) when towing a trailer in hilly country on hot days. - When towing a trailer, steering, stability, stopping distance and braking performance will be differe ...Driving with a trailer
- You should allow for considerably more stopping distance when towing a trailer. Avoid sudden braking because it may result in skidding or jackknifing and loss of control. - Avoid abrupt star ...See also:
Using the touch screen
Always run the engine during
prolonged
use of the touch screen. Failure to do so
may discharge the vehicle battery,
preventing the engine from starting.
Avoid spilling or splashing liquids onto ...
Tyre pressures
Never drive your vehicle if
the tyre
pressures are incorrect.
Pressure checks should only be
carried out when the tyres are cold,
and the vehicle has been stationary
for more than three hours. ...
Automatic connection
When the hands-free system is active and the
most recently connected cell phone is within
range, it is connected automatically. If this
phone is not within range, the hands-free system
will at ...