Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: 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 deactivate the system. The system may not operate properly due to the blocked radar waves. For details about the BSD/RCTA OFF switch, refer to "BSD/RCTA OFF switch" F7-55.
- 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 when compared to normal operation. For safety's sake, you should employ extra caution when towing a trailer and you should never drive at excessive speeds. You should also keep the following tips in mind:
- When parking on a steep slope with a trailer attached to your vehicle, the braking power of the parking brake may not be sufficient since stronger braking power is needed.
Tires
WARNING
Never tow a trailer when the temporary
spare tire is used. The temporary
spare tire is not designed to
sustain the towing load. Use of the
temporary spare tire when towing
can result in ...
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 ...
Other materials:
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 starts and sudden accelerations.
If your vehicle has a manual
transmission, always start out in ...
Dtc b14e5 mode door actuator stepping motor circuit open
HVAC SYSTEM (AUTO A/C) (DIAGNOSTICS) > Diagnostic Procedure with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)DTC B14E5 MODE DOOR ACTUATOR STEPPING MOTOR CIRCUIT OPENDTC detecting condition:Mode door actuator stepping motor circuit is open.Trouble symptom:Vent does not change.Wiring diagram:Air conditioning syst ...
Unit settings
Sound quality adjustment, screen adjustment,
and information of the audio unit are
displayed.
1. Press the HOME button on the audio
panel.
2. Touch the "SETTINGS" key.
3. Select the items to be set.
Available setting:
General settings: Select the
tab to
check the system ...
