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 ...
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Pretensioner connector Procedure
SEAT BELT SYSTEM > Pretensioner ConnectorPROCEDUREFor connectors of seat belt pretensioner, lap seat belt pretensioner and buckle switch RH, refer to “Airbag Connector” of “AIRBAG SYSTEM” section or “OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM” section.• Airbag system: Ai ...
SRS airbag system monitors
SRS airbag system warning light
The Subaru Ascent is equipped with an advanced diagnostic monitoring system that
continuously checks the readiness and functionality of the SRS airbag system, including
seatbelt pretensioners, whenever the ignition switch is in the "ON" position.
D ...
Using the voice command system
Steering switch
Talk switch
Action
Function
Press
Start the voice command
system.
Press and hold
Cancel voice recognition.
Microphone
Type A
Type B
It is unnecessary to speak directly into the
microphone when giving a command.
NOTE
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