2006 Subaru Impreza Owner's Manual - Page 247

8-20 Driving tips required due to the additional load. (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. 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 acceptable. Model Conditions Maximum total trailer weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 2,000 lbs (906 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 2,000 lbs (906 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) Total trailer weight MT models When towing a trailer without brakes. Maximum load limits AT models When towing a trailer with brakes. When towing a trailer without brakes. When towing a trailer with brakes. Never exceed the maximum load limits explained in the following. Exceeding the maximum load limits could cause personal injury and/or vehicle damage. Adequate size trailer brakes are required when the trailer and its cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight. The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo load) must never exceed the maximum weight shown in the following table. Total trailer weight 800211 When towing a trailer on a long uphill grade continuously for over 5 miles (8 km) with an outside temperature of 104F (40C) or above.