Dinghy towing a 2014 Subaru Forester
We are looking to buy a 2014 Subaru Forester Manual tranny for the purpose of being able to tow. Everyone plus the dealers say "No" to towing on all 4, but need all 4 up. the manual says "not recomm...
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Inquiry to Subaru Customer Service:
I am considering purchasing a 2014 Subaru Forester with a manual transmission to tow behind my RV. The FAQ on your website states: What recommendations does Subaru have about towing my vehicle behind a Motor home? AWD Subaru vehicles with automatic transmission can only be towed with all four wheels OFF of the ground. AWD Subaru vehicles with manual transmission can be towed with all four wheels on the ground and the transmission in neutral. When towing a manual transmission Subaru behind your motor home, you would put the transmission in neutral and have the key turned to the first position from "OFF". As all new models are equipped with digital odometers, mileage should not accumulate when being towed.
Is this still the recommendation for the 2014 Subaru Forester with a manual transmission? Thank You.
Response from Subaru Customer Service:
Dear Mr. XXXXXX,
Thank you for contacting Subaru of America, Inc.
We are happy to hear that you are interested in purchasing a new Forester. The towing recommendations are no different for the 2014 Forester. We provide this information to all towing inquiries.
While I was in the computer system, our records indicate that you have two current Subaru vehicles. If there are any changes to this status, please let me know. I want to make sure that we have accurate information in the system.
Your continued loyalty to our products is greatly valued. If I can be of any other assistance with your shopping, please let me know.
Sincerely,
Kelly Shinault
Subaru of America, Inc.
I am considering purchasing a 2014 Subaru Forester with a manual transmission to tow behind my RV. The FAQ on your website states: What recommendations does Subaru have about towing my vehicle behind a Motor home? AWD Subaru vehicles with automatic transmission can only be towed with all four wheels OFF of the ground. AWD Subaru vehicles with manual transmission can be towed with all four wheels on the ground and the transmission in neutral. When towing a manual transmission Subaru behind your motor home, you would put the transmission in neutral and have the key turned to the first position from "OFF". As all new models are equipped with digital odometers, mileage should not accumulate when being towed.
Is this still the recommendation for the 2014 Subaru Forester with a manual transmission? Thank You.
Response from Subaru Customer Service:
Dear Mr. XXXXXX,
Thank you for contacting Subaru of America, Inc.
We are happy to hear that you are interested in purchasing a new Forester. The towing recommendations are no different for the 2014 Forester. We provide this information to all towing inquiries.
While I was in the computer system, our records indicate that you have two current Subaru vehicles. If there are any changes to this status, please let me know. I want to make sure that we have accurate information in the system.
Your continued loyalty to our products is greatly valued. If I can be of any other assistance with your shopping, please let me know.
Sincerely,
Kelly Shinault
Subaru of America, Inc.
