Subaru Crosstrek Service Manual: Brake line Inspection
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICES > Brake Line
INSPECTION
1. BRAKE LINE
1. Check for scratches, swelling, corrosion, traces of fluid leakage on the brake hoses or pipe joints.
2. Make sure that brake pipes/hoses do not interfere with adjacent parts and there is no loose connector/clamp during driving.
3. Check any trace of fluid leakage, scratches, etc. on master cylinder, wheel cylinder and hydraulic unit.
NOTE:
• When the brake fluid level in the reservoir tank is lower than specified limit, the brake warning light on the combination meter will illuminate.
• Visually check the brake hose for damage. (Use a mirror where it is difficult to see)
(1) | Front brake hose |
(2) | Front brake pipe |
(3) | Clamp |
(1) | Brake pipe |
(2) | Rear brake hose |
(3) | Clamp |
2. SERVICE BRAKE
Refer to “BR” section for foot brake inspection. Brake Pedal > INSPECTION">
3. BRAKE SERVO SYSTEM
1. With the engine off, depress the brake pedal several times applying the same pedal force. Check that the travel distance should not change.
2. With the brake pedal depressed, start the engine. Check that the pedal moves slightly toward the floor.
3. With the brake pedal depressed, stop the engine and keep the pedal depressed for 30 seconds. Check that the pedal height does not change.
4. A check valve is built into the brake booster nipple. Disconnect the vacuum hose to inspect function of check valve.
Check that check valve ventilates from booster side to engine side. Also, check that there is no ventilation from engine side to booster side.
(A) | Brake booster |
(B) | Check valve |
(C) | Engine side |
(D) | Vacuum hose |
5. Check the vacuum hose for cracks or other damage.
CAUTION:
When installing the vacuum hose on the engine and brake booster, do not use soapy water or lubricating oil on their connections.
6. Check that the vacuum hose is securely tightened.
Axle boots joints Inspection
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICES > Axle Boots & JointsINSPECTION1. FRONT AND REAR AXLE BOOTSInspect the front axle boots (A) and rear axle boots (B) for deformation, damage or failure. If faulty, ...
Clutch system Inspection and adjustment
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICES > Clutch SystemINSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENTRefer to “CL” section for inspection and adjustment of clutch system. Clutch Pedal > INSPECTION"> Clut ...
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Anti-entrapment function
CAUTION
Never attempt to test this function
using fingers, hands or other
parts of your body.
The anti-entrapment function
may not operate properly if some
object gets trapped just before
the window fully closes.
NOTE
If a window detects an impact similar
to that caused by t ...
Installation
EXTERIOR BODY PANELS > Rear DoorINSTALLATION1. REAR DOOR PANEL1. Put a wooden block on a jack and place the panel assembly - rear door on it.2. Apply grease to the moving part of door hinges.3. Adjust the height by the jack, and temporarily install the panel assembly - rear door to the upper hing ...
Removal
HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C) > Ambient SensorREMOVAL1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. Battery > REMOVAL">2. Remove the ambient sensor.(1) Disconnect the connector.(2) Release the claws, and then remove the ambient sensor from the bracket. ...
