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Certification label

GVWR of your vehicle that is given by
SUBARU is shown on the certification
label located at the bottom of driver’s side
door pillar of your vehicle.

Gross Axle Weight (GAW) and
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

Gross Axle Weight

The total weight applied to each axle
(GAW) must never exceed the Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR). The front and rear
GAWs can be adjusted by relocating
passengers and luggage inside the vehi-
cle. The front and rear GAWR of your
vehicle that is given by SUBARU are also
shown on the certification label located at
the bottom of driver’s side door pillar.

To check both GVWR and GAWR and to
confirm that the total weight and weight
distribution are within safe driving limits,
you should have your vehicle and trailer
weighed at a commercial weighing station.
Be sure that all cargo is firmly secured to

prevent a change in weight distribution
while driving.

Tongue load

Ensure that the trailer tongue load is from 8
to 11 percent of the total trailer weight and
does not exceed the maximum value of
200 lbs (90 kg).

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Jack

Bathroom scale

The tongue load can be weighed with a
bathroom scale as shown in the illustration
above. When weighing the tongue load, be
sure to position the towing coupler at the
height at which it would be during actual
towing, using a jack as shown.

Front

The tongue load can be adjusted by proper
distribution of the load in the trailer. Never
load the trailer with more weight in the
back than in the front; approximately 60
percent of the trailer load should be in the
front and approximately 40 percent in the
rear. Also, distribute the load as evenly as
possible on both the left and right sides.
Be sure that all cargo is firmly secured to
prevent a change in weight distribution
while driving.

WARNING

If the trailer is loaded with more
weight in the back of trailer’s axle
than in the front, the load is taken off
the rear axle of the towing vehicle.

This may cause the rear wheels to
skid, especially during braking or
when vehicle speed is reduced dur-
ing cornering, resulting in over-
steer, spin out and/or jackknifing.

Trailer Hitches

WARNING

Never drill the frame or under-body
of your vehicle to install a commer-
cial trailer hitch. If you do, danger-
ous exhaust gas, water or mud may
enter the passenger compartment
through the drilled hole. Exhaust
gas contains carbon monoxide, a
colorless and odorless gas which is
dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled.
Also, drilling the frame or under-
body of your vehicle could cause
deterioration of strength of your
vehicle and cause corrosion around
the drilled hole.

CAUTION

Do not modify the vehicle ex-

haust system, brake system, or
other systems when installing a
hitch or other trailer towing

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equipment.

Do not use axle-mounted hitches

as they can cause damage to the
axle housing, wheel bearings,
wheels or tires.

Do not use a trailer hitch other than
genuine SUBARU trailer hitch. A genuine
SUBARU hitch is available from your
SUBARU dealer.

When you do not tow a trailer

CAUTION

The housing should be kept dirt

and corrosion-free at the points
of contact. The surfaces only
require cleaning with a cloth.
Grease or other lubricants
should never be used.

If the ball is not installed, the

plastic insert should then be
inserted for protection and to
prevent dirt.

When the ball is not used, place the ball
cap and store securely.

Connecting a trailer

Trailer brakes

WARNING

Adequate size trailer brakes are

required when the trailer and its
cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg)
total weight.

Do not directly connect your

trailer’s hydraulic brake system
to the hydraulic brake system in
your vehicle. Direct connection
would cause the vehicle’s brake
performance to deteriorate and
could lead to an accident.

If your trailer’s total weight (trailer weight
plus its cargo weight) exceeds 1,000 lbs
(453 kg), the trailer is required to be
equipped with its own brake system.
Electric brakes or surge brakes are re-
commended, and must be installed prop-
erly. Check that your trailer’s brakes con-
form with Federal, state/province and/or
other applicable regulations. Your
SUBARU’s brake system is not designed
to be tapped into the trailer’s hydraulic
brake system. Please ask your SUBARU
dealer and professional trailer supplier for
more information about the trailer’s brake
system.

Trailer safety chains

WARNING

Always use safety chains between
your vehicle and the trailer. Towing
trailer without safety chains could
create a traffic safety hazard if the
trailer separates from the hitch due
to coupling damage or hitch ball
damage.

In case the trailer hitch connector or hitch
ball should break or become discon-
nected, the trailer could get loose and
create a traffic safety hazard.
For safety, always connect the towing
vehicle and trailer with trailer safety
chains. Two chains should be used in
total, one to the right side and the other to
the left side trailer tongue. Pass the chains
crossing each other under the trailer
tongue to prevent the trailer from dropping
onto the ground in case the trailer tongue
should disconnect from the hitch ball.
Allow sufficient slack in the chains taking
tight turn situations into account; however,
be careful not to let them drag on the
ground.

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Outside mirrors

After hitching a trailer to your vehicle,
check that the standard outside mirrors
provide a good rearward field of view
without significant blind spots. If significant
blind spots occur with the vehicle’s stan-
dard outside mirrors, use towing mirrors
that conform with Federal, state/province
and/or other applicable regulations.

Trailer lights

CAUTION

Direct splicing or other improper
connection of trailer lights may
damage your vehicle’s electrical
system and cause a malfunction of
your vehicle’s lighting system.

Connection of trailer lights to your vehicle’s
electrical system requires modifications to
the vehicle’s lighting circuit to increase its
capacity and accommodate wiring
changes. To ensure the trailer lights are
connected properly, please consult your
SUBARU dealer. Check for proper opera-
tion of the turn signals and the brake lights
each time you connect a trailer to your
vehicle.

Tires

WARNING

Never tow a trailer when the tempor-
ary spare tire is used. The temporary
spare tire is not designed to sustain
the towing load. Use of the tempor-
ary spare tire when towing can result
in failure of the spare tire and/or less
stability of the vehicle.

Make sure that all the tires on your vehicle
are properly inflated. Refer to “Tires” F12-
8.

Trailer tire condition, size, load rating and
proper inflation pressure should be in
accordance with the trailer manufacturer’s
specifications. Also check federal, state,
province and/or other applicable regula-
tions.

In the event your vehicle gets a flat tire
when towing a trailer, ask a commercial
road service representative or profes-
sional to repair the flat tire.

If you carry a regular size spare tire in your
vehicle or trailer as a precaution against
getting a flat tire, be sure that the spare tire
is firmly secured.

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”
F7-59.

For models equipped with the

RAB (Reverse Automatic Brak-
ing) system:

we recommend that you consult
your SUBARU dealer to deacti-
vate the system when towing a

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trailer.

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 dif-
ferent 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:

The braking power of the parking

brake may not be sufficient when
s t r o n g e r b r a k i n g p o w e r i s
needed (e.g., when parking on a
steep slope while towing a trai-
ler).

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 proce-
dures 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 regula-
tions.
.

Check that the vehicle and vehicle-to-

hitch mounting are in good condition. If any
problems are apparent, do not tow the
trailer.
.

Check that the vehicle rests horizon-

tally 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 con-
nected 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 oper-
ated.
– the safety chains are connected
properly.
– all cargo in the trailer is secured
safely in position.
– the outside mirrors provide a good
rearward field of view without a sig-
nificant 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.

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 accel-

erations. If your vehicle has a manual
transmission, always start out in first gear
and release the clutch at moderate engine
revolution.
.

Avoid uneven steering, sharp turns and

rapid lane changes.
.

Slow down before turning. Make a

longer than normal turning radius because
the trailer wheels will be closer than the
vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn. In a
tight turn, the trailer could hit your vehicle.
.

Crosswinds will adversely affect the

handling of your vehicle and trailer, caus-
ing sway. Crosswinds can be due to
weather conditions or the passing of large
trucks or buses. If swaying occurs, firmly
grip the steering wheel and promptly begin
decelerating your vehicle at a gradual
pace.
.

When passing other vehicles, consider-

able distance is required because of the

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added weight and length caused by
attaching the trailer to your vehicle.
.

Reversing the vehicle with a trailer can

be difficult and requires experience. Never
accelerate or steer rapidly, and grip the
bottom of the steering wheel with one
hand.

To reverse around a corner, perform the
following procedure.
1. Reverse slowly and steer in the oppo-
site direction to the way you want to turn.
2. Once the trailer begins to swing
around, straighten the steering wheel.
3. Turn the wheel in the opposite direc-
tion.
4. Steer the vehicle around to be in line
with the trailer, then straighten the steering
again.

If the ABS warning light illuminates

while the vehicle is in motion, stop towing
the trailer and have repairs performed
immediately by your nearest SUBARU
dealer.

Driving on grades

Before going down a steep hill, slow

down and shift into lower gear (if neces-
sary, use 1st gear) in order to utilize the
engine braking effect and prevent over-
heating of your vehicle’s brakes. Do not
make sudden downshifts.
.

When driving uphill in hot weather, the

air conditioner may turn off automatically
to protect the engine from overheating.
.

When driving uphill in hot weather, pay

attention to the following indicators be-
cause the engine and transmission are
relatively prone to overheating.

: Coolant temperature high warning light

: AT OIL TEMP warning light

(CVT models)

If the coolant temperature high warning
light and/or the AT OIL TEMP warning light
illuminates, immediately turn off the air
conditioner and stop the vehicle in the
nearest safe location. For further instruc-
tions and additional information, refer to
the following sections.

– “If you park your vehicle in case of
an emergency” F9-2
– “Engine overheating” F9-12
– “Coolant temperature low indicator
light/Coolant temperature high warn-
ing light” F3-16
– “AT OIL TEMP warning light (CVT
models)” F3-18

For CVT models, avoid using the

accelerator pedal to stay stationary on an
uphill slope instead of using the parking
brake or foot brake. That may cause the
transmission fluid to overheat.

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Parking on a grade

Always block the wheels under both
vehicle and trailer when parking. Apply
the parking brake firmly. You should not
park on a hill or slope. If parking on a hill or
slope cannot be avoided, you should take
the following steps:
1. Apply the brakes and hold the pedal
down.
2. Have someone place wheel blocks
under both the vehicle and trailer wheels.
3. When the wheel blocks are in place,
release the regular brakes slowly until the
blocks absorb the load.
4. Apply the regular brakes and then
apply the parking brake; slowly release
the regular brakes.
5. Shift into 1st or reverse gear (MT
models) or “P” position (CVT models)
and shut off the engine.

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If you park your vehicle in case of an

emergency ............................................................ 9-2

Temporary spare tire .............................................. 9-2
Maintenance tools................................................... 9-3

Tool locations ........................................................ 9-3
Using the jack........................................................ 9-4

Flat tires................................................................... 9-5

Changing a flat tire ................................................ 9-5
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

(U.S.-spec. models) .............................................. 9-8

Jump starting .......................................................... 9-9

How to jump start ................................................. 9-10

Engine overheating............................................... 9-12

If steam is coming from the engine

compartment ...................................................... 9-12

If no steam is coming from the engine

compartment ..................................................... 9-12

Towing ................................................................... 9-13

Towing hooks and tie-down hooks/holes............... 9-13
Using a flat-bed truck ........................................... 9-16
Towing with all wheels on the ground ................... 9-16

Access key fob – if access key fob does not

operate properly ................................................ 9-17

Locking and unlocking ......................................... 9-17
Switching power status ........................................ 9-18
Starting engine ..................................................... 9-18

Rear gate – if the rear gate cannot be

opened................................................................ 9-19

Moonroof (if equipped) – if the moonroof

does not close ................................................... 9-20

If your vehicle is involved in an accident........... 9-20

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If you park your vehicle in
case of an emergency

The hazard warning flasher should be
used in day or night to warn other drivers
when you have to park your vehicle under
emergency conditions.
Avoid stopping on the road. It is best to
safely pull off the road if a problem occurs.

The hazard warning flasher can be acti-
vated regardless of the ignition switch
position.
Turn on the hazard warning by pushing the
hazard warning flasher switch. Turn it off
by pushing the switch again.

NOTE

When the hazard warning flasher is on,
the turn signals do not work.

Temporary spare tire

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
failure of the spare tire and/or
less stability of the vehicle and
may lead to an accident.

When a spare tire is mounted or a

wheel rim is replaced without the
original pressure sensor/trans-
mitter being transferred, the low
tire pressure warning light will
illuminate steadily after blinking
for approximately one minute.
This indicates the tire pressure
monitoring system (TPMS) is un-
able to monitor all four road
wheels. Contact your SUBARU
dealer as soon as possible for
tire and sensor replacement and/
or system resetting.

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CAUTION

Never use any temporary spare tire
other than the original. Using other
sizes may result in severe mechan-
ical damage to the drive train of your
vehicle.

The temporary spare tire is smaller and
lighter than a conventional tire and is
designed for emergency use only. Re-
move the temporary spare tire and re-
install the conventional tire as soon as
possible because the spare tire is de-
signed only for temporary use.

Check the inflation pressure of the tem-
porary spare tire periodically to keep the
tire ready for use. The correct pressure is
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kg/cm

When using the temporary spare tire, note
the following.
.

Drive with caution when the temporary

spare tire is installed. Avoid hard accel-
eration and braking, or fast cornering, as
control of the vehicle may be lost.
.

Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).

Do not put a tire chain on the temporary

spare tire. Because of the smaller tire size,
a tire chain will not fit properly.
.

Do not use two or more temporary

spare tires at the same time.

Do not drive over obstacles. This tire

has a smaller diameter, so road clearance
is reduced.

Tread wear indicator bar

Indicator location mark

When the wear indicator appears on

the tread, replace the tire.
.

The temporary spare tire must be used

only on a rear wheel. If a front wheel tire
gets punctured, replace the wheel with a
rear wheel and install the temporary spare
tire in place of the removed rear wheel.

Maintenance tools

Your vehicle is equipped with the following
maintenance tools.

Jack

Jack handle

Screwdriver

Towing hook (eye bolt)

Wheel nut wrench

Tool locations

Jack handle

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Tool bucket

Spare tire

Wheel nut wrench

Screwdriver

Jack

Towing hook (eye bolt)

A jack handle is stored under the cargo
area. A jack and a towing hook are stored
in the tool bucket that is located in the
recess of the spare tire wheel.

Also, a tool bag that contains a wheel nut
wrench and a screwdriver is equipped with
the vehicle. Open the tool bag and store
the tools in the tool bucket as illustrated in
order that all tools are ready for use at any
time.

Using the jack

1. Park on a hard, level surface, when-
ever possible, then stop the engine.
2. Apply the parking brake securely and
shift the shift lever in reverse (MT models)
or the select lever to the “P” (Park) position
(CVT models).
3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher and
have everyone get out of the vehicle.

4. Put wheel blocks at the front and rear
of the tire diagonally opposite the tire that
you are going to replace.
5. Take out the jack and jack handle.

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Jack-up points

6. Place the jack under the side sill at the
front or rear jack-up point closest to the tire
that you are going to replace.

Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack
head engages firmly into the jack-up point.

7. Insert the jack handle into the jack-
screw, and turn the handle until the tire
clears the ground. Do not raise the vehicle
higher than necessary.

Flat tires

If you have a flat tire while driving, never
brake suddenly; keep driving straight
ahead while gradually reducing speed.
Then slowly pull off the road to a safe
place.

Changing a flat tire

WARNING

Use only the jack provided with

your vehicle. The jack supplied
with the vehicle is designed only
for changing a tire. Never get
under the vehicle while support-
ing the vehicle with this jack.

Do not jack up the vehicle on an

incline or a loose road surface.
The jack can come out of the
jacking point or sink into the
ground and this can result in a
severe accident.

Always turn off the engine before

raising the flat tire off the ground
using the jack. Never swing or
push the vehicle supported with
the jack. The jack can come out of
the jacking point due to a jolt and
this can result in a severe acci-

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dent.

4. Put wheel blocks at the front and rear
of the tire diagonally opposite the flat tire.
5. Take out the jack, jack handle and
wheel nut wrench.
The tools and the spare tire are stored
under the cargo area. Refer to “Mainte-
nance tools” F9-3.

NOTE

Make sure that the jack is well lubri-
cated before using it.

6. Take out the tool bucket and turn the
attaching bolt counterclockwise, then take
the spare tire out.

NOTE

If the spare tire provided in your vehicle
is a temporary spare tire, carefully read
“Temporary spare tire” F9-2 and
strictly follow the instructions.

7. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel
nut wrench but do not remove the nuts.

Jack-up points

8. Place the jack under the side sill at the
front or rear jack-up point closest to the flat
tire.

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Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack
head engages firmly into the jack-up point.

9. Insert the jack handle into the jack-
screw, and turn the handle until the tire
clears the ground. Do not raise the vehicle
higher than necessary.

10. Remove the wheel nuts and the flat
tire.

11. Before putting the spare tire on, clean
the mounting surface of the wheel and hub
with a cloth.
12. Put on the spare tire. Replace the

wheel nuts. Tighten them by hand.

WARNING

Do not use oil or grease on the wheel
studs or nuts when the spare tire is
installed. This could cause the nuts
to become loose and lead to an
accident.

13. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise
to lower the vehicle.

14. Use the wheel nut wrench to securely
tighten the wheel nuts to the specified
torque, following the tightening order in the
illustration.
For the wheel nut tightening torque, refer
to “Tires” F12-8. Never use your foot on
the wheel nut wrench or a pipe extension

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on the wrench because you may exceed
the specified torque. Have the wheel nut
torque checked at the nearest automotive
service facility.

Support holder

15. Store the flat tire in the spare tire
compartment. Install with the support
holder facing upward and secure the flat
tire by firmly tightening the attaching bolt.

NOTE

If you cannot fix the flat tire firmly, try
turning the support holder upside
down.

16. Store the jack, jack handle and wheel
nut wrench in their storage locations.

WARNING

Never place a tire or tire changing
tools in the passenger compartment
after changing wheels. In a sudden
stop or collision, loose equipment
could strike occupants and cause
injury. Store the tire and all tools in
the proper place.

Tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec.
models)

The tire pressure monitoring system pro-
vides the driver with the warning message
indicated by sending a signal from a
sensor that is installed in each wheel when
tire pressure is severely low.

The tire pressure monitoring system will
activate only when the vehicle is driven.
Also, this system may not react immedi-
ately to a sudden drop in tire pressure (for
example, a blow-out caused running over
a sharp object).

WARNING

If the low tire pressure warning

light illuminates while driving,
never brake suddenly. Instead,
perform the following procedure.

(1) Keep driving straight ahead

while gradually reducing
speed.

(2) Slowly pull off the road to a

safe place. Otherwise an acci-
dent involving serious vehicle
damage and serious personal
injury could occur.

(3) Check the pressure for all four

tires and adjust the pressure
to the COLD tire pressure
shown on the vehicle placard
on the door pillar on the
driver’s side.

If this light still illuminates while

driving after adjusting the tire
pressure, a tire may have signifi-
cant damage and a fast leak that
causes the tire to lose air rapidly.

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