Subaru 2001 Forester Owner's Manual page 255

CAUTION
D Adequate size trailer brakes are required when the trailer and
its cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight.
D Before towing a trailer, check the trailer total weight, GVW,
GAWs and tongue load. Make sure the load and its distribution in
your vehicle and trailer are acceptable.
n Total trailer weight
The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo load) must never
exceed the maximum weight shown below.
Model
MT models When towing a trailer without brakes.
When towing a trailer with brakes.
AT models When towing a trailer without brakes.
When towing a trailer with brakes.
When towing a trailer on a long uphill
grade continuously for over 5 miles (8
km) with an outside temperature of
104 F (40 C) or above.
Total trailer weight
Conditions
OM-H2781
Starting and operating
Maximum total
trailer weight
1,000 lbs (453 kg)
2,000 lbs (906 kg)
1,000 lbs (453 kg)
2,000 lbs (906 kg)
1,000 lbs (453 kg)
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