2010 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 268

8-18 Driving tips (Refer to "Maintenance schedule under severe driving conditions" in the "Warranty and Maintenance Booklet".) Under no circumstances should a trailer be towed with a new vehicle or a vehicle with any new powertrain component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearings, etc.) for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving. ble. ! Total trailer weight Model Conditions Maximum total trailer weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 2,400 lbs (1,087 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 2,400 lbs (1,087 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) MT models When towing a trailer without brakes. When towing a trailer with brakes. AT models When towing a trailer without brakes. When towing a trailer with brakes. When towing a trailer on a long uphill grade continuously for over 5 miles (8 km) with an outside temperature of 1048F (408C) or above. & Maximum load limits WARNING Never exceed the maximum load limits explained in the following. Exceeding the maximum load limits could cause personal injury and/or vehicle damage. Total trailer weight CAUTION . Adequate size trailer brakes are required when the trailer and its cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight. . Before towing a trailer, check the trailer total weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load. Make sure the load and its distribution in your vehicle and trailer are accepta- The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo load) must never exceed the maximum weight shown in the following table.