Subaru FORESTER 2016 - Driving Techniques and Vehicle Handling

New vehicle break-in driving – the first
1,000 miles (1,600 km) ..................................... 8-2
Fuel economy hints ............................................ 8-2
Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)............ 8-2
Catalytic converter .............................................. 8-3
Periodic inspections ........................................... 8-4
Driving in foreign countries ............................... 8-4
Driving tips for AWD models.............................. 8-5
On-road and off-road driving.............................. 8-6
Winter driving ...................................................... 8-8
Operation during cold weather............................. 8-8
Driving on snowy and icy roads ......................... 8-10
Corrosion protection .......................................... 8-11
Snow tires ......................................................... 8-11
Tire chains......................................................... 8-11
Rocking the vehicle............................................ 8-12
Loading your vehicle......................................... 8-12
Vehicle capacity weight...................................... 8-13
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
and Gross Axle Weight Rating) ........................ 8-14
Roof rail (if equipped) ........................................ 8-14
Roof molding and crossbar (if equipped)............ 8-15
Trailer hitch (dealer option)............................... 8-16
Connecting a trailer ........................................... 8-17
If not towing a trailer.......................................... 8-18
Trailer towing ..................................................... 8-19
Warranties and maintenance .............................. 8-19
Maximum load limits.......................................... 8-19
Trailer hitches.................................................... 8-22
Connecting a trailer ........................................... 8-22
Trailer towing tips .............................................. 8-23
Driving tips
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