Subaru Forester: Installing carrying attachments on the crossbars
When installing any carrying attachment such as a bike carrier, ski carrier, kayak carrier, cargo basket, etc. on the crossbars, follow the manufacturer’s instructions and make sure that the attachment is securely fixed to the crossbars. Use only attachments designed specifically for the crossbars. A set of the crossbars is designed to carry loads (cargo and attachment) of not more than 165 lbs (75 kg).
Before operating the vehicle, make sure that the cargo is properly secured on the attachment.
NOTE
Remember that the vehicle’s center of
gravity is altered with the weight of the
load on the roof, thus affecting the
driving characteristics.
Drive carefully. Avoid rapid starts, hard cornering and abrupt stops. Crosswind effects will be increased.
Roof molding and crossbar (if equipped)
- For cargo carrying purposes, the
roof molding must never be used
alone to carry cargo. Otherwise,
damage to the roof or paint or a
dangerous road hazard due to
loss of cargo could ...
Removal and installation of the crossbars
Removal and installation of the crossbars
Each of the two roof moldings has two
mounting points for crossbars. Each
mounting point is fitted with a cover. Use
a screwdriver to remove the co ...
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Washing by hand
Carefully remove all deposits of road salt as soon as possible when driving in
winter.
Also, clean the insides of the wheels when washing the underbody of the vehicle.
Do not use hot water and ...
Battery warning symbols
Do not allow any naked flames,
or other sources of ignition near
the battery as the battery may
emit explosive gasses.
Ensure that when working near,
or handling the battery, suitable
eye pr ...
Lighting
Battery saver function • The purpose of this feature is to prevent the battery
from being discharged. The system automatically turns off the headlights and parking
lights when the driver removes ...
