Subaru 2003 Impreza - Manual (Page 276)

IMPREZA(NA) A1850BE-A (ENGLISH)
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the four T-30 crossbar clamp screws have been
checked, and retightened if necessary to 35 inch
lbs. (4.0 N-m, 0.41 kg-m), as outlined in Step #5
above. Trailer hitch (if equipped)
The trailer hitch is designed to tow a Class 1 rated
load. A maximum of 2,000 lbs. (906 kg) gross trailer
weight and a maximum of 200 lbs. (90 kg) gross
tongue weight are permissible for the trailer hitch.
When you tow a trailer, follow the instructions in the
next section “Trailer towing”.
WARNING
D Never exceed the maximum weight specified
for the trailer hitch. Exceeding the maximum
weight could cause an accident resulting in
serious personal injuries. Permissible trailer
weight changes depending on the situation.
Refer to the next section “Trailer towing” for
possible recommendations and limitations.
D Trailer brakes are required when the towing
load exceeds 1,000 lbs. (453 kg). Be sure your
trailer has safety chains and that each chain
will hold the trailer’s maximum gross weight.
Towing trailers without safety chains could
create a traffic safety hazard if the trailer sepa-
rates from the hitch due to coupling damage
or hitch ball damage.
D Be sure to check the hitch pin and safety pin