Subaru Forester 2019-2022 Owners Manual / Driving tips / Trailer towing / Connecting a trailer / Trailer lights

Subaru Forester: Connecting a trailer / 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. To ensure the trailer lights are connected properly, please consult your SUBARU dealer. Check for proper operation of the turn signals and the brake lights each time you connect a trailer to your vehicle.

Side mirrors

Tires

WARNING Never tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is used. The temporary spare tire is not designed to sustain the towing load. Use of the temporary spare tire when towing can result in failure of the spare tire and/or less stability of the vehicle...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2022 Owners Manual: Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, and switches

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Clock/date screen

Subaru Forester. Clock/date screen

The time and date are displayed. You can adjust the time and date. For details, refer to “Clock”.