Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Before starting out on a trip
- Check the towing regulations for trailer or caravan vehicles that vary by state/ region. Failure to comply with the procedures set forth will not only compromise your safety, but will also negate your insurance coverage and/or may violate the state road and traffic acts and regulations.
- 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 rests 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 rating and 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 safely 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
CAUTION
For models equipped with the
BSD (Blind Spot Detection) and
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)
driving support systems, when
towing a trailer, press the BSD/
RCTA OFF switch to deac ...
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 s ...
Other materials:
Where to place a child restraint system
The following are SUBARU's recommendations
on where to place a child restraint
system in your vehicle.
A: Front passenger's seat
You should not install a child restraint
system (including a booster seat) due to
the hazard to children posed by the
passenger's airbag.
B: Rear seat, window- ...
Type C and D
1. Depress the "AUTO" button. The
indicator light "FULL AUTO" on the display
illuminates.
2. Set the preferred temperature using
the temperature control dial.
NOTE
The controllable temperature range
may vary depending on the regional
specifications of the vehicle.
If you operate any ...
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
engine braking effect and prevent overheating
of your vehicle's brakes. Do not
make sudden downshifts.
When driving uphill in hot weather, the
air conditioner may ...
