Subaru 2003 Baja User Manual download pdf (Page 272)

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trailer, causing sway. Crosswinds can be due to weather conditions or

the passing of large trucks or buses. If swaying occurs, firmly grip the

steering wheel and slow down immediately but gradually.

D When passing other vehicles, considerable distance is required

because of the added weight and length caused by attaching the

trailer to your vehicle.

D Backing up with a trailer is difficult and takes practice. When back-

ing up with a trailer, never accelerate or steer rapidly. When turning

back, grip the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand and turn it

to the left for a left turn, and turn it to the right for a right turn.

Left turn

Right turn

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D If the ABS warning light illuminates while the vehicle is in motion,

stop towing the trailer and have repairs performed immediately by the

nearest SUBARU dealer.

n Driving on grades

D Before going down a steep hill, slow down and shift into lower gear

(if necessary, use 1st gear) in order to utilize the engine braking effect

and prevent overheating of your vehicle’s brakes. Do not make sud-

den downshifts.

D When driving uphill in hot weather, the air conditioner may turn off

automatically to protect the engine from overheating.

D When driving uphill in hot weather, pay attention to the water tem-

perature gauge pointer (for all vehicles) and AT OIL TEMP warning

light (for AT vehicles) since the engine and transmission are relatively

prone to overheating under these conditions. If the water temperature

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