Subaru 2001 Legacy Automobile User Manual


 
New vehicle break-in driving the first
1,000 miles (1,600 km) ..................................... 8-2
Fuel economy hints ............................................ 8-2
Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)............ 8-2
Catalytic converter .............................................. 8-3
Periodic inspections ........................................... 8-4
Driving in foreign countries ............................... 8-4
Driving tips for AWD vehicles ............................ 8-5
Off road driving ................................................... 8-6
Legacy................................................................ 8-6
Outback .............................................................. 8-6
Winter driving...................................................... 8-8
Operation during cold weather............................. 8-8
Driving on snowy and icy roads .......................... 8-9
Corrosion protection .......................................... 8-10
Snow tires ......................................................... 8-10
Tire chains......................................................... 8-11
Rocking the vehicle ........................................... 8-11
Loading your vehicle......................................... 8-12
Vehicle capacity weight...................................... 8-13
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
and Gross Axle Weight Rating) ........................ 8-13
Roof rails with integrated crossbars
(Outback) ........................................................ 8-14
Trailer hitch (Outback if equipped) .............. 8-16
Connecting a trailer ........................................... 8-17
When you do not tow a trailer ............................ 8-18
Trailer towing ..................................................... 8-19
Warranties and maintenance .............................. 8-19
Maximum load limits.......................................... 8-19
Trailer hitches.................................................... 8-22
Connecting a trailer ........................................... 8-23
Trailer towing tips.............................................. 8-24
Driving tips
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