Subaru Crosstrek Service Manual: Caution
IGNITION(H4DO) > General Description
CAUTION
• Prior to starting work, pay special attention to the following:
1. Always wear work clothes, a work cap, and protective shoes. Additionally, wear a helmet, protective goggles, etc. if necessary.
2. Protect the vehicle using a seat cover, fender cover, etc.
3. Prepare the service tools, clean cloth, containers to catch grease and oil, etc.
• Vehicle components are extremely hot immediately after driving. Be wary of receiving burns from heated parts.
• When performing a repair, identify the cause of trouble and avoid unnecessary removal, disassembly and replacement.
• Before disconnecting connectors of sensors or units, be sure to disconnect the ground cable from battery.
• Always use the jack-up point when the shop jacks or rigid racks are used to support the vehicle.
• Remove contamination including dirt and corrosion before removal, installation, disassembly or assembly.
• Keep the removed parts in order and protect them from dust and dirt.
• All removed parts, if to be reused, should be reinstalled in the original positions with attention to the correct directions, etc.
• Bolts, nuts and washers should be replaced with new parts as required.
• Be sure to tighten the fasteners including bolts and nuts to the specified torque.
Specification
IGNITION(H4DO) > General DescriptionSPECIFICATIONItemSpecificationsIgnition coilManufacturer and typeHitachi: EIC-2230Ignition systemIndependent ignition coilSpark plugManufacturer and typeNGK: SIL ...
Other materials:
Starting and stopping the engine (models without push-button start system)
CAUTION
When operating the Subaru Ascent starter motor, never crank the engine continuously
for more than 10 seconds.
If the engine of the Subaru Ascent does not start within 5 to 10 seconds,
stop cranking and wait at least 10 seconds before attempting again. This pause helps
prevent overh ...
Removal
BRAKE > Brake HoseREMOVAL1. FRONT BRAKE HOSE1. Disconnect the brake pipe (b) from the brake hose (a).Preparation tool:Flare nut wrench2. Remove the clamp, strut mounting bolt and union bolt, and remove the front brake hose.2. REAR BRAKE HOSE1. Remove the brake hose bracket bolt and union bolt.2. ...
Braking
Braking tips
WARNING
Avoid keeping your foot resting on the brake pedal while driving the Subaru
Ascent. This can cause excessive heat buildup in the braking system and accelerate
wear of brake components, reducing braking efficiency.
When the brakes get wet
When driving the Subaru Ascent in ...
