Trailer Hitches - Subaru IMPREZA 2002 Owner's Manual

Driving tips
J Trailer hitches
Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle and trailer.
WARNING
Never drill the frame or under-body of your
vehicle to install a commercial trailer hitch. If
you do, dangerous exhaust gas, water or mud
may enter the passenger
through the drilled hole. Exhaust gas contains
carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless
gas which is dangerous, or even lethal, if
inhaled. Also, drilling the frame or under-body
of your vehicle could cause deterioration of
strength of your vehicle and cause corrosion
around the drilled hole.
CAUTION
D Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system,
brake system, or other systems when instal-
ling a hitch or other trailer towing equipment.
D Do not use axle-mounted hitches as they
can cause damage to the axle housing, wheel
bearings, wheels or tires.
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B WAGON including OUTBACK SPORT
The use of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch is recom-
mended. A genuine SUBARU hitch is available from
your SUBARU dealer.
If use of a non-genuine hitch is unavoidable, be sure
the hitch is suited to your vehicle and trailer. Consult
with a professional hitch supplier to assist you in
choosing an appropriate hitch for your vehicle. Be
sure to follow all of the hitch manufacturer's instruc-
compartment
tions for installation and use.
Never use a hitch that mounts only to the rear bum-
per. The bumper is not designed to handle that type
of load.
For all types of hitches, regularly check that the
hitch mounting bolts and nuts are tight.
B SEDAN
SUBARU does not offer accessory trailer hitches.
Consult with a professional hitch supplier to assist
you in choosing an appropriate hitch for your ve-
hicle. Be sure to follow all of the hitch manufacturer's
instructions for installation and use.
Never use a hitch that mounts only to the rear bum-
per. The bumper is not designed to handle that type
of load.
Regularly check that the hitch mounting bolts and
nuts are tight.