Subaru Crosstrek Service Manual: Caution

1. Never connect the battery in reverse polarity.

• Doing so may immediately damage the A/C control panel.

2. Do not disconnect the battery cables while the engine is running.

• A large counter electromotive force will be generated in the generator, and this voltage may damage electronic parts such as A/C control panel etc.

3. Before disconnecting the connectors of sensors and the A/C control panel, be sure to turn off the ignition switch.

• A/C control panel may be damaged.

4. Every A/C-related part is a precision part. Do not drop them.

5. Airbag system harness is routed near the A/C control panel and junction box.

CAUTION:

• Do not use electrical test equipment on the airbag system harness and connector.

• Be careful not to damage the airbag system harness when servicing the A/C control panel and junction box.

General description

Preparation tool

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