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:
Key replacement
Your key number plate will be required if
you ever need a replacement key made.
Any new key must be registered for use
with your vehicle's immobilizer system
before it can be used. The maximum
number of keys that can be registered
for use with one vehicle is as follows.
Four (models with ...
Installation
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION(TR580) > Oil PumpINSTALLATION1. Install the O-ring.NOTE:• Use new O-rings.• Apply CVTF to the O-ring.2. Install the plate and the oil pump.NOTE:Apply CVTF to the bolt.Tightening torque:8.5 N·m (0.9 kgf-m, 6.3 ft-lb)3. Install the oil pump chai ...
Component
SEATS > General DescriptionCOMPONENT1. FRONT SEAT• Manual seat LH(1)Pad ASSY - front seat backrest(15)Cover - hinge front seat OUT(29)Pad ASSY - front seat cushion(2)Cover COMPL - front backrest(16)Lever - reclining(30)Heater unit - front seat backrest(3)Cover - silencer front seat backrest ...
