Subaru Forester: Tires
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.
Make sure that all the tires on your vehicle are properly inflated.
The recommended cold tire pressure under trailer towing conditions is shown in “Tires” and in “GAS STATION REFERENCE” at the end of this manual.
Adjust the rear tire pressure to the recommended pressure when the tires are cold. Normal pressure should be maintained in the front tires.
Trailer tire condition, size, load rating and proper inflation pressure should be in accordance with the trailer manufacturer’s specifications.
In the event your vehicle gets a flat tire when towing a trailer, ask a commercial road service 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 lights
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 tra ...
Trailer towing tips
- 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 differe ...
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Power window operation by passengers
Each passenger window can be controlled
by the power window switch located on
the door.
To open:
Push the switch down and hold it until the
window reaches the desired position.
To close:
P ...
Cup Holder and Storage Bin (if equipped)
Cup holders and a storage bin are provided as shown.
To access a bin, push the release button.
To use the console bin, pull the lever up and open the lid.
To use the rear cup holders, open th ...
Brake fluid
■ Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be
between the “MAX” and “MIN”
lines on the tank.
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
■ Ad ...
