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:
Removal
SECURITY AND LOCKS > Remote OpenersREMOVAL1. FRONT HOOD OPENER1. Remove the opener handle.(1) Remove the cable.(2) Remove the bolt, and remove the opener handle.2. After removing the following parts, attach a string to the end of the cable - front hood and remove the cable clip and the cable.&bul ...
Removal
VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL (VDC) > VDC OFF SwitchREMOVAL1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. NOTE">2. Remove the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver OUT. Instrument Panel Lower Cover > REMOVAL">3. Remove the screws and release the claws, then detach the cover.4 ...
Location
SUNROOF/T-TOP/CONVERTIBLE TOP (SUNROOF) > Relay and FuseLOCATIONRelay & fuse boxFuse 10A (IG 2)(A)NOTE:For other related fuses, refer to the wiring diagram. Power Supply Circuit"> ...
