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 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Trailer safety chains

WARNING Always use safety chains between your vehicle and the trailer. Towing trailer without safety chains could create a traffic safety hazard if the trailer separates from the hitch due to coupling damage or hitch ball damage. In case the trailer hitch connector or hitch ball should break or become disconnected, the trailer could get loose and create a traffic safety hazard...

Subaru Forester 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Stowage of the cargo area cover

The cargo area cover can be stowed in under the cargo floor. Pull the strap to open the center part of the cargo floor lid, and then remove the lid. Remove the left and right parts of the cargo floor lid. Stow the cover housing in the cargo area end...