Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Fuel economy hints
The following suggestions will help to save fuel.
- Select the proper gear position for the speed and road conditions.
- Avoid sudden acceleration or deceleration.
Always accelerate gently until you reach the desired speed. Then try to maintain that speed for as long as possible.
- Do not pump the accelerator and avoid racing the engine.
- Avoid unnecessary engine idling.
- Keep the engine properly tuned.
- Keep the tires inflated to the correct pressure shown on the tire placard, which is located under the door latch on the driver's side. Low pressure will increase tire wear and fuel consumption.
- Use the air conditioner only when necessary.
- Keep the front and rear wheels in proper alignment.
- Avoid carrying unnecessary luggage or cargo.
New vehicle break-in driving - the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km)
The performance and long life of your
vehicle are dependent on how you handle
and care for your vehicle while it is new.
Follow these instructions during the first
1,000 miles (1,600 km):
Do ...
Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)
WARNING
Never inhale engine exhaust gas.
Engine exhaust gas contains
carbon monoxide, a colorless
and odorless gas which is dangerous,
or even lethal, if inhaled.
Always properly maint ...
Other materials:
Removal
SEAT BELT SYSTEM > Rear Seat BeltREMOVAL1. SEAT BELT OUTER - REAR RH & LHCAUTION:• Airbag system satellite safing sensor is located in the lower of the rear seat cushion center. Be careful not to apply strong impact to the sensor when working with the rear seat cushion removed.• B ...
Ornament Installation
EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM > OrnamentINSTALLATION1. LETTER MARKAlign the end of application tape with the end of panel, then adhere the letter mark.(a)Panel - rear gate end(b)Application tape end NOTE:• Align the cutout of application tape with the end reference of the front door. (a)• A ...
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 ...
