Subaru Crosstrek Service Manual: Disassembly
REAR SUSPENSION > Rear Shock Absorber
DISASSEMBLY
1. Using a coil spring compressor, compress the coil spring.
2. Using a hexagon wrench to prevent the shock absorber piston 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 (20399FG000)
NOTE:
The installing position of coil spring compressor varies depending on the coil spring shape and winding number.
3. Remove the rubber seat - shock UPR and shock mount - rear from the shock absorber COMPL - rear.
4. Gradually decrease the compression pressure of compressor, and remove the coil spring - rear.
5. Remove the helper - rear and the dust cover - rear shock.
Removal
REAR SUSPENSION > Rear Shock AbsorberREMOVAL1. CROSSTREK MODEL1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. NOTE">2. Lift up the vehicle, and then remove the rear wheels.3. Remove the senso ...
Disposal
REAR SUSPENSION > Rear Shock AbsorberDISPOSALCAUTION:• Before discarding the strut COMPL and the shock absorber COMPL, be sure to wear goggles to protect eyes from gas, oil and cutting powder ...
Other materials:
Temporary spare tire
WARNING
Never attempt to tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is installed
on your Subaru Ascent.
The temporary spare tire supplied with the Subaru Ascent is engineered
strictly for short-term emergency mobility and is not capable of handling the
additional load stress creat ...
Electrical specification
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Installation
EXTERIOR BODY PANELS > Door Sash TapeINSTALLATIONCAUTION:• Do not reuse the removed door sash tape. Replace it with a new tape.• Press evenly along the sash when applying the tape using a spatula or similar object to make sure no bubbles are formed.If air bubbles are formed, reapply t ...
