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Multi-function display personalization

Multi-function display basic screen

Displays the screen which the user had selected at the time when he/she last exited the
vehicle.

Fuel consumption screen

Displays the average fuel economy for past driving by that user.

Customization linked with the user recognition function

Item

Date

Birthday

Anniversary

Display/Beep

Screen Off

Favorite

Bypass Screen

Birthday Reminder

Anniversary Reminder

Traffic Info

Weather

Turn by turn

Beep

Climate Control

Mode Setting

Occupant Detection

Climate control personalization

Climate control settings

Retrieves setting the temperature, airflow
mode, and other settings which the user
had selected at the time when he/she last
exited the vehicle.

NOTE

When a recognized user exits the
vehicle with MAX A/C ON, then the
setting which preceded MAX A/C ON
is stored.

Driver Monitoring System ON/OFF
status

Retrieves the Driver Monitoring System
ON/OFF status which the user had se-
lected at the time when he/she last exited
the vehicle.

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Changing the personalization settings

Item

Driver’s position personaliza-
tion

Seat position/outside mirror
angle

Change the setting by using the
multi-function display customi-
zation function. Refer to “

Driver

Monitoring System settings”

P221.

Reverse tilt-down outside mir-
ror angle

Meter personalization*

Combination meter display ba-
sic screen

When the customization screen
linked with the synchronized
user function is selected and
the setting is changed, it is
automatically stored.

Multi-function display persona-
lization*

Multi-function display basic
screen

Customization linked with syn-
chronized user function

Climate control personaliza-
tion*

Climate control settings

Driver Monitoring System ON/OFF status

*: When the Driver Monitoring System is OFF, the Driver Monitoring System continues to store the

conditions from immediately before the Driver Monitoring System was turned OFF even if the
screen was selected and the setting was changed.

Inattentive/drowsy driving
warning

While driving, the Driver Monitoring Sys-
tem monitors possible cases of driver
inattention or drowsiness and warns the
driver.
When the inattentive/drowsy driving warn-
ing activates, the buzzer sounds and an
interrupt display appears.

NOTE

The inattentive/drowsy driving warn-

ing operates regardless of the status of
the user recognition function.

The inattentive driving warning does

not activate when the turn signal is
operating or when the select lever is in
the “R” position.

When the pre-crash brake OFF in-

dicator is illuminated on the combina-
tion meter display, the inattentive driv-
ing warning activates at the same
timing as usual even when a vehicle
ahead or obstacle is detected. For
details about the EyeSight system,
refer to the Owner’s Manual supple-
ment for the EyeSight system.

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Inattentive driving warning

When the system monitors that the driver
may be inattentive, it warns the driver.
When the inattentive driving warning acti-
vates, the buzzer sounds and an interrupt
display appears on the combination meter
display.
When the EyeSight system has detected a
vehicle ahead or obstacle in the forward
direction, the inattentive driving warning
may activate at earlier timing than usual.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement
for the EyeSight system.

Drowsy driving warning

Possible drowsiness is detected from the amount of driver eyelid closure, and a warning
is given to the driver. When the drowsy driving warning activates, the buzzer sounds and
an interrupt display appears.

Combination meter

display

Multi-function display

Warning chime

Drowsy driving

Beep, beep... (Con-

tinues until the driver’s

eyes open.)

Very drowsy

Beep, beep, beep,

beep, beep (5 times)

Slightly drowsy

—

Beep

Not drowsy

—

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Driver Monitoring System in-
dicator/warning

Driver Monitoring System operation in-
dicator light (green)

Driver Monitoring System OFF indicator
light

Driver Monitoring System temporary stop
indicator light

Driver Monitoring System warning light
(yellow)

The Driver Monitoring System indicator/
warning indicates the status of the Driver
Monitoring System on the combination
meter display.

NOTE

When the Driver Monitoring System
OFF indicator, Driver Monitoring Sys-
tem temporary stop indicator, or Driver
Monitoring System warning is illumi-

nated, the Driver Monitoring System
function cannot be used. In addition,
the following items cannot be selected.

Register User

Delete User

Delete All Users

Update User Settings

Delete Driver Position

Automatically retract seat on entry

Driver Monitoring System operation
indicator light (green)

This indicator illuminates when the Driver
Monitoring System is operating.

Driver Monitoring System OFF in-
dicator light

This indicator illuminates when the user
has pressed the Driver Monitoring System
OFF switch and the Driver Monitoring
System is not operating.

Driver Monitoring System tempor-
ary stop indicator light

This indicator illuminates when the Driver
Monitoring System is temporarily stopped.

NOTE

The Driver Monitoring System stops
temporarily in the following circum-
stances.

When the temperature of the main

unit of the Driver Monitoring System is

high or low.

When the Driver Monitoring System

cannot monitor the driver’s eye move-
ment.

When the Driver Monitoring System

cannot monitor the driver’s eyebrows,
eyes, nose or mouth.

When the camera and the infrared

light source (LED) are covered and the
Driver Monitoring System cannot moni-
tor the driver correctly.

Driver Monitoring System warning
light (yellow)

This warning illuminates when there is a
problem with the Driver Monitoring Sys-
tem. Contact a SUBARU dealer to have
the system inspected.

Using the Driver Monitoring
System

User recognition

When a user is registered with the user
recognition function, the Driver Monitoring
System performs the following.

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1. When the door is opened and the
push-button ignition switch is OFF, the
user recognition screen appears and the
Driver Monitoring system starts user re-
cognition.
The user recognition screen may not
appear when the door is opened in some
cases, such as when only a short time has
passed after the push-button ignition
switch was turned OFF. In such cases,
user recognition starts when the door is
closed however the user recognition
screen does not appear.

2. Sit in the driver’s seat and face forward
for a few moments.
3. When user recognition is completed,
the Hello screen appears on the multi-
function display.

At this time, the seat position, outside
mirror angle, climate control settings,
combination meter display basic screen,
multi-function display basic screen, and
customization settings all change based
on the user information.

NOTE

When a multi-function display op-

eration switch is pressed, the user
recognition screen is canceled, how-
ever user recognition continues.

When the select lever is not in the

“P” position, the seat position will not
change even when user recognition is
completed.

If user recognition fails, perform

recognition again following the instruc-
tions, refer to “When a user is not
recognized”

P401.

User recognition is not performed

while driving.

If the seat position or outside mirror

angle are in motion at the time when
user recognition is completed, then it is
not possible to retrieve the seat posi-
tion, outside mirror angle, or reverse
tilt-down outside mirror angle.

If any of the following operations is

performed while retrieving of the seat
position or outside mirror angle, re-
trieving of the seat position and outside
mirror angle is canceled.

– The power seat adjustment
switch was operated.
– The outside mirror adjustment
switch was operated.
– The “SET” button was pressed.
– The “1” or “2” button was
pressed.
– The select lever was moved to a
position other than “P” position.

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When a user is not recognized

In the following case, user recognition may
not be possible and “User recognition
stopped” may be displayed.

There is an object blocking the camera.

Remove the obstacle and follow the
reference procedure to perform user re-
cognition again.
Refer to “Repeat facial scan”

P221.

Camera

NOTE

User recognition may not be possi-

ble when there is dirt or fingerprints on
the user recognition camera. To clean,
either wipe using a soft cloth or else
wipe gently using a moistened cloth
that has been thoroughly wrung out.

When the synchronized user func-

tion is turned OFF, manual repeat facial
scan is not possible.

Registering and deleting a
user

Users can be registered in the Driver
Monitoring System, and registered users
can be deleted. For the user registration
and delete procedures, refer to “Driver
Monitoring System settings”

P221.

NOTE

When the Driver Monitoring System

OFF indicator, Driver Monitoring Sys-
tem temporary stop indicator, or Driver
Monitoring System warning is illumi-
nated, the following items cannot be
selected.

– Register User
– Delete User
– Delete All Users

User information can also be deleted

by resetting the multi-function display
to the factory default settings. When
the settings are reset to the factory
default settings, all user information is
deleted. The settings cannot be reset to
the factory default settings when the
Driver Monitoring System is OFF.

Registering and deleting dri-
ver position personalization

At the time when a user is registered, the
seat position, outside mirror angle, and
reverse tilt-down outside mirror angle are
registered at the same time. To change the
setting for the seat position, outside mirror
angle, or reverse tilt-down outside mirror
angle, refer to “Driver Monitoring System
settings”

P221.

NOTE

Start the user registration after ad-

justing the seat position, outside mirror
angle, and reverse tilt-down outside
mirror angle. If they are adjusted during
user registration, it may be disrupted.
Refer to “Power seat”

P36 or “Out-

side mirrors”

P257.

If the ignition switch is turned to the

“OFF” position before user registration
is complete, the information of the
adjusted seat position, outside mirror
angle, and reverse tilt-down outside
mirror angle will not be saved.

When the user recognition setting is

OFF, or when the Driver Monitoring
System OFF indicator, Driver Monitor-
ing System temporary stop indicator, or
Driver Monitoring System warning is
illuminated, the following items cannot
be selected.

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– Update User Settings
– Delete Driver Position

The driver position can be registered

or deleted only when a registered user
is sitting in the driver’s seat and user
recognition is completed.

Driver Monitoring System
ON/OFF settings

NOTE

When the Driver Monitoring System

is turned OFF after user recognition
was completed, the user recognition
function stores the Driver Monitoring
System ON/OFF state.

Even when the Driver Monitoring

System OFF switch is set to OFF, the
Driver Monitoring System automati-
cally turns ON once the driver’s door
is opened and closed while the vehicle
is stopped. This only occurs when the
user recognition setting is ON. The
system then reverts automatically to
the OFF state.

After the Driver Monitoring System

was turned OFF, if the Driver Monitoring
System is turned ON while the driver’s
door is open, user recognition may not
occur correctly.

Driver Monitoring System OFF
switch

When the Driver Monitoring System OFF
switch is pressed, the Driver Monitoring
System turns OFF. When the Driver
Monitoring System is turned OFF, the
Driver Monitoring System OFF indicator
on the combination meter display will
illuminate. To turn the Driver Monitoring
System ON, press the Driver Monitoring
System OFF switch again.

NOTE

Even when the Driver Monitoring Sys-
tem is turned off, the user recognition
and automatically retract seat on entry
functions do not switch on or off
automatically.

User recognition settings

The Driver Monitoring System User recog-
nition function can be turned ON/OFF. For
the setting procedure, refer to “Driver
Monitoring System settings”

P221.

NOTE

The user recognition function

setting cannot be changed for each
individual user.

The default setting for the user

recognition function is ON.

When the user recognition function

is turned OFF, the following items
cannot be selected.

– Repeat facial scan
– Register User
– Update User Settings
– Delete Driver Position

Automatically retract seat on entry

The automatically retract seat on entry
which automatically slides back the dri-
ver’s seat when the driver’s door is
unlocked and opened. This function can
be turned ON/OFF. For the setting proce-
dure, refer to “Driver Monitoring System
settings”

P221.

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CAUTION

Wait until the seat automatic retrac-
tion is fully completed before sitting
in the driver’s seat.

NOTE

If the seat position is not registered

in the access key fob memory, the
automatically retract seat on entry
function can be used.

Even when the automatically retract

seat on entry setting is ON, the auto-
matically retract seat on entry function
automatically turns OFF when the user
recognition function is OFF.

Automatically retract seat on entry

cannot be selected when the Driver
Monitoring System OFF indicator, Dri-
ver Monitoring System temporary stop
indicator, or Driver Monitoring System
warning is illuminated.

This function will operate if the seat

is in front of the center of the seat
sliding mechanism.

Gesture control

Gesture control is a function that allows
you to raise or lower the set temperature
on the driver’s side by 4 steps of the
temperature dial when a specific gesture
operation is performed in the area imme-
diately in front of the navigation system
and/or audio system.
Gesture control allows you to operate the
climate control system without taking your
eyes off the road and reduces the time you
take your hand off the steering wheel.
Gesture control can be used under the
following conditions:

The engine is running.

The climate control system is activated.

Refer to “Climate control panel”

P267.

The select lever is in a position other

than the “P” or “R” position.

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Camera

When the gesture is an open palm, the
set temperature rises.

When the gesture is a closed fist, the set
temperature lowers.

Face your palm toward the camera and
gesture so that your fingers are in a vertical

position in front of the camera. Keep your
hand in that position until you hear a short
beep sound.
If there is no sound within a few seconds,
remove your hand from the detection area,
such as by returning your hand to the
steering wheel, and then perform the
gesture again.
The set temperature changes once per
gesture operation. The temperature can-
not be changed continuously by using
gesture operations. If you want to continue
setting the temperature, remove your hand
from the detection area, such as by
returning your hand to the steering wheel,
and then perform the gesture again.

Gesture control is not available under the
following conditions.

Any of the following lights is illuminated.

– Driver Monitoring System OFF in-
dicator light
– Driver Monitoring System tempor-
ary stop indicator light
– Driver Monitoring System warning
light (yellow)

The select lever is in the “P” or “R”

position.

Driver Monitoring System does not

recognize the driver’s face. Refer to
“Driver Monitoring System”

P391.

While you are driving the vehicle, gesture
control is not available when the following
applies.

The turn signal or hazard warning

flasher is activated.

The steering wheel is turned sharply.

The inattentive driving warning is acti-

vated.

The drowsy driving warning is acti-

vated.

Driver Monitoring System is in the

process of recognizing the driver.

The vehicle is traveling at low speeds.

NOTE

Gesture control may not operate

correctly under the following condi-
tions.

– The sunlight (or any light source
with a strong infrared component) is
causing the driver’s hand to cast a
shadow.
– There are large momentary fluc-
tuations in the strength of the sun-
light (or any light source with a
strong infrared component) shining
on the driver’s hand.
– The driver is wearing gloves or
accessories on their hands.
– There is something between the
driver’s hand and the camera.

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– There is more than one hand
within the range of detection, such
as when the passenger’s hand is
within the range of detection.

Gesture control may not operate

correctly when the following applies.

– The driver’s hand is too close to
the camera. If the camera does not
recognize your hand, move your
hand slightly closer to your face.
– The driver’s hand is outside of
the sensor range.
– The driver’s hand is rotating
greatly.
– The driver’s hand is tilted at a
sharp perpendicular angle relative
to the sensor area.

In the following cases, the system

may mistakenly detect hand movement
as a hand gesture, which may cause the
temperature setting to change.

– Your hand is within the sensor
range when you motion to a person
outside the vehicle.
– You operate the inside mirror or
room lamp.
– A rear passenger reaches for-
ward from the rear seats and places
their hand within the range of detec-
tion.

When the climate control system is

off, the system may beep in response to

the driver’s gestures.

The operational/non-operational

setting of gesture control can be chan-
ged by a SUBARU dealer. For details,
we recommend that you contact your
SUBARU dealer.

Certification for Driver Mon-
itoring System (U.S.-spec.
models)

CAUTION

FCC WARNING

Changes or modifications not ex-
pressly approved by the party re-
sponsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

NOTE

This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This de-
vice may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.

–

Canada-spec. models

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8-1. New vehicle break-in driving – the first

1,000 miles (1,600 km) .................................. 408

8-2. Fuel economy hints ........................................ 408
8-3. Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ....... 408
8-4. Catalytic converter ......................................... 409
8-5. Periodic inspections....................................... 410
8-6. Driving in foreign countries........................... 410
8-7. Driving tips for AWD models ......................... 410
8-8. On-road and off-road driving ......................... 412

Before driving..................................................... 413
During driving .................................................... 413
After driving ....................................................... 414

8-9. Winter driving ................................................. 415

Operation during cold weather ............................ 415
Driving on snowy and icy roads.......................... 416
Corrosion protection........................................... 417
Snow tires .......................................................... 417

Tire chains ......................................................... 418
Rocking the vehicle............................................ 418

8-10. Loading your vehicle ....................................419

Vehicle capacity weight ...................................... 419
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight

Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating).............. 420

Roof rails (if equipped)....................................... 421
Roof tent (models with roof rails) ....................... 421

8-11. Trailer hitch (dealer option) ..........................423

Connecting a trailer............................................ 424
If not towing a trailer .......................................... 425

8-12. Trailer towing .................................................426

Warranties and maintenance .............................. 426
Maximum load limits .......................................... 426
Trailer Hitches.................................................... 429
When you do not tow a trailer ............................ 430
Connecting a trailer............................................ 430
Trailer towing tips .............................................. 431

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8-1. New vehicle break-in
driving – the first 1,000 miles
(1,600 km)

The performance and long life of your
vehicle are dependent on how you handle
and care for your vehicle while it is new.
Follow these instructions during the first
1,000 miles (1,600 km):

Do not race the engine. And do not

allow engine speed to exceed 4,000 rpm
except in an emergency.

Do not drive at one constant engine or

vehicle speed, either fast or slow.

Avoid starting suddenly and rapid ac-

celeration, except in an emergency.

Avoid hard braking, except in an emer-

gency.

The same break-in procedures should be
applied to an overhauled engine, newly
mounted engine or when brake pads are
replaced with new ones.

8-2. Fuel economy hints

The following suggestions will help to save
your fuel.

Select the proper gear position for the

speed and road conditions.

Avoid sudden acceleration or decelera-

tion. Always accelerate gently until you
reach the desired speed. Then try to
maintain that speed for as long as possi-
ble.

Do not pump the accelerator and avoid

racing the engine.

Avoid unnecessary engine idling.

Keep the engine properly tuned.

Keep the tires inflated to the correct

pressure shown on the tire inflation pres-
sure label, which is located under the door
latch on the driver’s side. Low pressure will
increase tire wear and fuel consumption.

Use the air conditioner only when

necessary.

Keep the front and rear wheels in

proper alignment.

Avoid carrying unnecessary luggage or

cargo.

8-3. Engine exhaust gas (car-
bon monoxide)

WARNING

Never inhale engine exhaust gas.

Engine exhaust gas contains
carbon monoxide, a colorless
and odorless gas which is dan-
gerous, or even lethal, if inhaled.

Always properly maintain the en-

gine exhaust system to prevent
engine exhaust gas from entering
the vehicle.

Never run the engine in a closed

space, such as a garage, except
for the brief time needed to drive
the vehicle in or out of it.

Avoid remaining in a parked ve-

hicle for a lengthy time while the
engine is running. If that is un-
avoidable, then use the ventila-
tion fan to force fresh air into the
vehicle.

Always keep the front ventilator

inlet grille free from snow, leaves
or other obstructions to ensure
that the ventilation system al-
ways works properly.

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If at any time you suspect that

exhaust fumes are entering the
v e h i c l e , h a v e t h e p r o b l e m
checked and corrected as soon
as possible. If you must drive
under these conditions, drive
only with all windows fully open.

Keep the rear gate closed while

driving to prevent exhaust gas
from entering the vehicle.

NOTE

Due to the expansion and contraction
of the metals used in the manufacture
of the exhaust system, you may hear a
crackling sound coming from the ex-
haust system for a short time after the
engine has been shut off. This sound is
normal.

8-4. Catalytic converter

The catalytic converter is installed in the
exhaust system. It serves as a catalyst to
reduce HC, CO and NOx in exhaust gases,
thus providing cleaner exhaust.

To avoid damage to the catalytic converter:

Use only unleaded fuel. Even a small

amount of leaded fuel will damage the
catalytic converter.

Never start the engine by pushing or

pulling the vehicle.

Avoid racing the engine.

Never turn the ignition switch to the

“OFF” position while the vehicle is moving.

Keep your engine tuned-up. If you feel

the engine running rough (misfiring, back-
firing or incomplete combustion), have

your vehicle checked and repaired by an
authorized SUBARU dealer.

Do not apply undercoating or rust

prevention treatment to the heat shield of
catalytic converter and the exhaust sys-
tem.

Do not drive with an extremely low fuel

level.

WARNING

Avoid fire hazards. Do not drive

or park the vehicle anywhere
near flammable materials (e.g.,
grass, paper, rags or leaves),
because the catalytic converter
operates at very high tempera-
tures.

Keep everyone and flammable

materials away from the exhaust
pipe while the engine is running.
The exhaust gas is very hot.

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8-5. Periodic inspections

To keep your vehicle in the best condition
at all times, always have the recom-
mended maintenance services listed in
the maintenance schedule in the “War-
ranty and Maintenance Booklet” per-
formed at the specified time or mileage
intervals.

8-6. Driving in foreign coun-
tries

When planning to use your vehicle in
another country:

Confirm the availability of the correct

fuel. Refer to “Fuel requirements”

P310.

Comply with all regulations and require-

ments of each country.

8-7. Driving tips for AWD
models

WARNING

Always maintain a safe driving

speed according to the road and
weather conditions in order to
avoid having an accident on a
sharp turn, during sudden brak-
ing or under other similar condi-
tions.

Always use the utmost care in

driving – overconfidence be-
cause you are driving an All-
Wheel Drive vehicle could easily
lead to a serious accident.

When replacing or installing

tire(s), all four tires must be the
same for following items.

(a) Size

(b) Speed symbol

(c) Load index

(d) Circumference

(e) Construction

(f) Manufacturer

(g) Brand (tread pattern)

(h) Degrees of wear

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For the items (a) to (c), you must
obey the specification that is
printed on the tire inflation pres-
sure label. The tire inflation pres-
sure label is located on the dri-
ver’s door pillar.

If all the four tires are not the
same for items (a) to (h), serious
mechanical damage could be
caused to the drivetrain of the
car, and affect the followings.

– Ride

– Handling

– Braking

– Speedometer/Odometer cali-

bration

– Clearance between the body

and tires

It also may be dangerous and
lead to loss of vehicle control,
and it can lead to an accident.

CAUTION

If you use a temporary spare tire to
replace a flat tire, be sure to use the
original temporary spare tire stored
in the vehicle. Using other sizes may
result in severe mechanical damage
to the drivetrain of your vehicle.

All-Wheel Drive distributes the engine
power to all four wheels. AWD models
provide better traction when driving on
slippery, wet or snow-covered roads and
when moving out of mud, dirt and sand. By
shifting power between the front and rear
wheels, SUBARU AWD can also provide
added traction during acceleration and
added engine braking force during decel-
eration.

Therefore, your SUBARU AWD vehicle
may handle differently than an ordinary
two wheel drive vehicle and it contains
some features unique to AWD. For safety
purposes as well as to avoid damaging the
AWD system, you should keep the follow-
ing tips in mind.

An AWD model is better able to climb

steeper roads under snowy or slippery

conditions than a two wheel drive vehicle.
There is little difference in handling, how-
ever, during extremely sharp turns or
sudden braking. Therefore, when driving
down a slope or turning corners, be sure to
reduce your speed and maintain an ample
distance from other vehicles.

Always check the cold tire pressure

before starting to drive. The recommended
tire pressure is provided on the tire inflation
pressure label, which is located under the
door latch on the driver’s side.

Frequent driving of an AWD vehicle

under hard-driving conditions such as
steep hills or dusty roads will necessitate
more frequent replacement of the follow-
ing items than that specified in the “War-
ranty and Maintenance Booklet”.

– Engine oil
– Brake fluid
– Rear differential gear oil
– Continuously variable transmission
fluid
– Front differential gear oil

There are some precautions that you

must observe when towing your vehicle.
For detailed information, refer to “Towing”

P447.

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