Subaru Forester: Trailer towing / Connecting a trailer

When you do not tow a trailer

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Trailer brakes

WARNING Adequate size trailer brakes are required when the trailer and its cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight. Do not directly connect your trailer’s hydraulic brake system to the hydraulic brake system in your vehicle...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Memory function

Memory switch Memory switch status ON status OFF status Your desired rear gate height can be registered. Registration of the rear gate height: To register the rear gate height, perform the following procedures while the ignition switch is in the “LOCK”/“OFF” position...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: 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. Connection of trailer lights to your vehicle’s electrical system requires modifications to the vehicle’s lighting circuit to increase its capacity and accommodate wiring changes...