FRONT SUSPENSION > Front Strut
DISASSEMBLY
1. Using a coil spring compressor, compress the coil spring - front.
2. Using a hexagon wrench to prevent strut rod from turning, remove the self-locking nut with ST.
CAUTION:
When installing the coil spring compressor to the coil spring, follow the operation manual accompanied with the coil spring compressor during operation.
Preparation tool:
ST: STRUT MOUNT SOCKET (20399AG000)
NOTE:
The installing position of coil spring compressor varies depending on the coil spring shape and winding number.

3. Remove the strut mount - front, spacer - front strut and spring seat - front strut UPR from the strut.
4. Gradually decrease the compression pressure of compressor, and remove the coil spring - front.
5. Remove the dust cover - inner and the helper - front strut.
Removal
DisposalBirthday setting
1. Perform the preparation steps according
to "Preparation for date setting" 3-
56.
2. Operate the "
" or "
" switch to
select the "Birthday" item. Then push the
button.
3. Select an entry in the list to set by
operating the "
" or "
" switch. Then
push the
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Folding down the rear seatback
WARNING
When you fold down the seatback,
check that there are no
passengers or objects on the
rear seat. Not doing so creates
a risk of injury or property damage
if the seatback suddenly
folds down.
Never allow passengers to ride
on the folded rear seatback or in
the cargo area ...
Using the Driver Monitoring System
User recognition
When a driver profile is registered, the Subaru Ascent utilizes facial recognition
technology to automatically identify the driver and apply personalized settings.
1. When the driver's door is opened while the push-button ignition switch is
OFF, the user recognition in ...