Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Driving tips
- Always apply the foot or parking brake when the vehicle is stopped in the "D" or "R" position.
- Make sure to apply the parking brake when parking your vehicle. Do not hold the vehicle with only the mechanical friction of the transmission.
- Do not keep the vehicle in a stationary position on an uphill grade by using the "D" position. Use the brake instead.
- The engine may, on rare occasions,
knock when the vehicle rapidly accelerates
or rapidly pulls away from a standstill.
This phenomenon does not indicate a malfunction.
Shift lock release using the shift lock release button
Perform the following procedure to release
the shift lock.
1. Apply the parking brake and turn the
ignition switch to the "LOCK"/"OFF" position.
2. Wrap the tip of a flat-head screwdriver
w ...
Power steering
Power steering warning light
Type A
Type B
Power steering system features
The vehicle is equipped with an electric
power steering system. When the ignition
switch is turned to the "ON" posit ...
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Roof antenna (for Rod type)
CAUTION
Be sure to remove the antenna
rod before entering garages,
parking towers and other locations
with low ceilings.
Remove the antenna rod before
washing your car at a car wash. If
the antenna rod is left attached, it
may scratch the roof.
When reinstalling the removed
ant ...