Subaru Forester: Driving tips / Loading your vehicle
WARNING
- Never allow passengers to ride
on a folded rear seatback in the
cargo area. Doing so may result
in serious injury.
- Never stack luggage or other
cargo higher than the top of the
seatback because it could tumble
forward and injure passengers in
the event of a sudden stop or
accident. Keep luggage or cargo
low, as close to the floor as
possible.

WARNING
- When you carry something inside
the vehicle, secure it whenever
you can to prevent it from being
thrown around inside the vehicle
during sudden stops, sharp turns
or in an accident.
- Do not pile heavy loads on the
roof. These loads raise the vehicle’s
center of gravity and make it
more prone to tip over.
- Secure lengthy items properly to
prevent them from shooting forward
and causing serious injury
during a sudden stop.
- Never exceed the maximum load
limit. If you do, some parts on
your vehicle can break, or it can
change the way your vehicle
handles. This could result in loss
of control and cause personal
injury. Also, overloading can
shorten the life of your vehicle.
- Do not place anything on the
extended cargo area cover. Such
items could tumble forward in the
event of a sudden stop or a
collision. This could cause serious
injury.
CAUTION
Do not carry spray cans, containers
with flammable or corrosive liquids
or any other dangerous items inside
the vehicle.
NOTE
For better fuel economy, do not carry
unneeded cargo.
Vehicle placard
The load capacity of your vehicle is
determined by weight, not by available
cargo space. The maximum load you can
carry in your vehicle is shown on the
vehicle placard attached to the driver’s
side door pillar...
Other information:
Always block the wheels under both
vehicle and trailer when parking. Apply
the parking brake firmly. You should not
park on a hill or slope. If parking on a hill or
slope cannot be avoided, you should take
the following steps:
Apply the brakes and hold the pedal
down...
WARNING
Never let anyone’s hands, arms,
head or any objects protrude from
the moonroof. A person could be
seriously injured if any of the following
conditions occur.
The vehicle stops suddenly.
The vehicle turns sharply.
The vehicle is involved in an
accident...