Subaru Forester: Trailer towing / Connecting a trailer

When you do not tow a trailer

C..

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...

Other information:

Subaru Forester 2019-2024 Owners Manual: State emission testing (U.S. only)

WARNING Only use a four-wheel dynamometer when testing an All-Wheel Drive model. Testing of an AWD model must NEVER be performed on a single two-wheel dynamometer. Attempting to do so will result in uncontrolled vehicle movement and may cause an accident or injuries to persons nearby...

Subaru Forester 2019-2024 Owners Manual: Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system operation

When the Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system is in operation, the range between the vehicle and the detected object will be indicated on the audio/navigation monitor. Also, warning sounds will activate in 3 levels to warn the driver of a potential collision...