Subaru Legacy: Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires
Overloading could affect vehicle handling, stopping distance, vehicle and tire as shown in the following. This could lead to an accident and possibly result in severe personal injury.
● Vehicle stability will deteriorate.
● Heavy and/or high-mounted loads could increase the risk of rollover.
● Stopping distance will increase.
● Brakes could overheat and fail.
● Suspension, bearings, axles and other parts of the body could break or experience
accelerated wear that will shorten vehicle life.
● Tires could fail.
● Tread separation could occur.
● Tire could separate from its rim.
Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities
The sum of four tires’ maximum load ratings must exceed the maximum loaded vehicle
weight (“GVWR”). In addition, sum of the maximum load ratings of two front tires
and of two rear tires must ...
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never
exceed XXX pounds” on your vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers th ...
See also:
Driver Alert Control (DAC)– introduction
This function is intended to alert the driver if his/her driving becomes erratic,
such as if the driver is distracted or fatigued.
NOTE
The camera has certain limitations, see page 160.
A ...
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
This legal identifier is in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the left side of the vehicle. It can be seen through the windshield from outside. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certifi ...
Anti-theft Alarm System
This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system.
Arming the System
To arm the system, close all of the windows and doors and then either:
► Press on the RKE transmitter.
► Lock the vehicl ...
