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Subaru Outback: Trailer towing tips

CAUTION

● 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 different from normal operation. For safety’s sake, you should employ extra caution when towing a trailer and you should never speed. You should also keep the following tips in mind:

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 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 tr

 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 ab

 Driving on grades

● Before going down a steep hill, slow down and shift into lower gear (if necessary, use 1st gear) in order to utilize the overheating of your vehicle’s brakes. Do not make sudden downshif

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 Rear Gate

A: REMOVAL CAUTION: Rear gate panels are heavy. When removing and installing them, always work in a team of two or more persons. 1. REAR GATE PANEL 1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery. 2) Remove the following parts. <Ref. to EI-164, REMOVAL, Rear Gate Garnish.> Rear gate trim Rear

 Front Side Marker Light Bulb

A: REMOVAL 1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery. 2) Remove the clips and remove the air intake duct. (When removing the front turn signal light bulb RH) 3) Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction to the headlight to be removed. Then remove the clips and turn over the mud guard.

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