Subaru 2006 Forester Owner's Manual page 244

Model Conditions Maximum
total trailer
weight
MT models When towing a 1,000 lbs
trailer without (453 kg)
brakes.
When towing a 2,400 lbs
trailer with (1,087 kg)
brakes.
AT models When towing a 1,000 lbs
trailer without (453 kg)
brakes.
When towing a 2,400 lbs
trailer with (1,087 kg)
brakes.
When towing a 1,000 lbs
trailer on a long (453 kg)
uphill grade con-
tinuously for over
5 miles (8 km)
with an outside
temperature of
104°F (40°C) or
above.
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR)
Gross Vehicle Weight
The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) must
never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR).
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is the com-
bined total of the weight of the vehicle,
driver, passengers, luggage, trailer hitch,
trailer tongue load and any other optional
equipment installed on your vehicle.
Therefore, the GVW changes depending
on the situation. Determine the GVW each
time before going on a trip by putting your
vehicle and trailer on a vehicle scale.
Certification label
800009
GVWR is shown on the certification plate
located on the driver's side door jamb.
8-19
Driving tips
D00000
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