Subaru Crosstrek Service Manual: Inspection
REAR SUSPENSION > Rear Shock Absorber
INSPECTION
1. Check for oil leaks.
2. Move the piston rod up and down to check that it operates smoothly without any hitch.
3. Check the piston rod for play as follows:
(1) Fix the outer shell in place and fully extend the rod.
(2) Set the dial gauge on the end of the rod L [10 mm (0.39 in)].
(3) While applying a force of W [20 N (2 kgf, 4 lbf)] to the threaded part, read the dial gauge indication P1.
(4) Apply a force of 20 N (2 kgf, 4 lbf) from the opposite direction of “W”, and then read the dial gauge indication P2.
Play limit (P1 + P2): 0.8 mm (0.031 in)
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 ...
Installation
REAR SUSPENSION > Rear Shock AbsorberINSTALLATIONCAUTION:• Use a new flange nut.• Always tighten the bushing in the state where the vehicle is at curb weight and the wheels are in full ...
Other materials:
General diagnostic table Inspection
PARKING BRAKE > General Diagnostic TableINSPECTIONSymptomsPossible causeCorrective actionBrake draggingLever assembly - hand brake is maladjusted.Adjust.Parking brake cable does not move.Repair or replace.Parking brake shoe clearance is maladjusted.Adjust.Spring - shoe return is faulty.Replace.No ...
Note
ENTERTAINMENT > Telematics SystemNOTEFor procedure of each component in the telematics system, refer to the respective section.• Data communication module: Data Communication Module">• Antenna: Antenna">• GPS antenna: GPS Antenna">• Switches and ...
Roof antenna (for Rod type)
CAUTION
Be sure to remove the antenna
rod before entering garages,
parking towers and other locations
with low ceilings.
Remove the antenna rod before
washing your car at a car wash. If
the antenna rod is left attached, it
may scratch the roof.
When reinstalling the removed
ant ...
