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Black plate (315,1)
Model "A8170GE-A" EDITED: 2011/ 7/ 3
to the vehicle and create a safety
hazard.
Cargo can be carried after securing the
load carrier kit to the roof moldings and
installing the appropriate carrying attach-
ments. When installing the load carrier kit,
follow the manufacturers instructions.
The maximum load limit of the cargo, load
carrier kit and carrying attachments must
not exceed 80 kg (176 lbs). Place the
heaviest load at the bottom, nearest the
roof, and evenly distribute the cargo.
Always properly secure all cargo.
! Installing carrying attachments on
the load carrier
S08AJ0701
When installing any carrying attachments
such as a bike carrier, ski carrier, kayak
carrier, cargo basket, etc. on the load
carrier, follow the manufacturers instruc-
tions and make sure that the attachments
are securely fixed to the load carrier. Use
only attachments designed specifically for
the load carrier. A set of the load carrier is
designed to carry loads (cargo and attach-
ments) of not more than 75 kg (165 lbs).
Before operating the vehicle, make sure
that the cargo is properly secured on the
attachments.
NOTE
Remember that the vehicles 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.
! Removal and installation of the load
carrier
S08AJ0702
Each of the two roof moldings has two
mounting points for the load carrier kit.
Each mounting point is fitted with a cover.
Use a flat-head screwdriver to remove the
covers. When installing the load carrier kit
on the roof moldings, follow the manufac-
turers instructions.
Trailer towing
S08AL
Your vehicle is designed and intended to
be used primarily as a passenger-carrying
vehicle. Towing a trailer puts additional
loads on your vehicles engine, drive train,
brakes, tires and suspension and has an
adverse effect on fuel economy.
In some countries, there are some regula-
tions which you have to obey when towing
a trailer. If you do decide to tow a trailer,
your safety and satisfaction depend upon
proper use of correct equipment and
cautious operation of your vehicle. We
recommend that you seek the advice of
your SUBARU dealer to assist you in
purchasing a hitch and other necessary
towing equipment appropriate for your
vehicle. In addition, be sure to follow the
instructions on correct installation and use
provided by the trailer and other towing
equipment manufacturers.
SUBARU assumes no responsibility for
injuries or vehicle damage that result from
trailer towing equipment, or from a ny
errors or omissions in the instructions
accompanying such equipment or for your
failure to follow the proper instructions.
Driving tips 8-15
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