Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Owners Manual: Tires

Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Owners Manual / Driving tips / Trailer towing (Outback) / Connecting a trailer / Tires

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.

Make sure that all the tires on your vehicle are properly inflated. Refer to "Tires" F12- 9 and in "GAS STATION REFERENCE" at the end of this manual.

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 representive or professional 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

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. ...

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/ ...

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Installation
1. CROSSMEMBER AND CUSHION RUBBER1. Install the transmission cushion rubber to the transmission, and tighten the bolt (A).2. Install the transmission cushion rubber to the center crossmember, and temporarily tighten the nut (B).Tightening torque:Bolt (A)35 N·m (3.6 kgf-m, 25.8 ft-lb)3. Instal ...