Subaru Crosstrek Service Manual: Preparation tool
HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C) > General Description
PREPARATION TOOL
1. SPECIAL TOOL
ILLUSTRATION | TOOL NUMBER | DESCRIPTION | REMARKS |
—
SUBARU SELECT MONITOR 4
Used for setting of each function and troubleshooting for electrical system.
NOTE:
For detailed operation procedures of Subaru Select Monitor 4, refer to “Application help”.
2. GENERAL TOOL
CAUTION:
When working on vehicles with a HFC-134a system, only use HFC-134a specified tools and parts. Do not mix CFC-12 tools and parts. If HFC-134a and CFC-12 compressor oil is mixed, it will result in poor lubrication and the compressor itself may be damaged.
In order to prevent the mixture of HFC-134a and CFC-12 parts and liquid, the type of tool and screw, and the replacement valves used are different. The gas leak detectors for the HFC-134a and CFC-12 systems must also not be interchanged.
HFC-134a | CFC-12 | |
Tool and screw type | Millimeter size | Inch size |
Valve type | Quick joint type | Screw-in type |
TOOL NAME/ILLUSTRATION | REMARKS |
Circuit tester | Used for measuring resistance, voltage and current. |
DST-i | Used together with Subaru Select Monitor 4. |
Wrench | Various WRENCHES will be required to service any A/C system.7 — 40 N·m (0.7 to 4.1 kgf-m, 5 to 30 ft-lb) torque wrench and various crowfoot wrenches will be needed. Open end or flare nut wrenches will be needed to affix the pipe and hose fittings. |
Applicator bottle
A small APPLICATOR BOTTLE is recommended to apply compressor oil to the various parts. It can be available at a hardware store.
Manifold gauge set
A MANIFOLD GAUGE SET (with hoses) is available at either a refrigerant supplier or an automotive equipment supplier.
Refrigerant recovery system
A REFRIGERANT RECOVERY SYSTEM is used for the recovery and recycling of A/C system refrigerant after contaminants and moisture have been removed from the refrigerant.
Syringe
A graduated plastic SYRINGE will be needed to add oil into the system again. A syringe can be available at a pharmacy or drug store.
Vacuum pump
A VACUUM PUMP is necessary (for a good working condition), and may be available at either a refrigerant supplier or an automotive equipment supplier.
Can tap
A CAN TAP for the 397 g (14 oz) can is available at an automotive equipment supplier.
Thermometer/hygrometer
A Pocket THERMOMETER/HYGROMETER is available at either a industrial hardware store or a refrigerant supplier.
Electronic leak detector
An ELECTRONIC LEAK DETECTOR can be available at either a specialty tool supplier or an A/C equipment supplier.
Weight scale
A WEIGHT SCALE such as an electronic charging scale or a bathroom scale with digital display will be needed, if a 13.6 kg (30 lb) refrigerant container is used.
Location
HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C) > General DescriptionLOCATIONRefer to “LOCATION” for “HVAC SYSTEM (AUTO A/C) (DIAGNOSTICS)” section. Electrical Component Location ...
Other materials:
Specification
WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM > General DescriptionSPECIFICATION1. NOTE(1)Inset(2)P.C.D.NOTE:Size and inflation pressure of the standard equipment tire, temporary tire and appropriate tire for equipment are described on the “Tire inflation pressure” label attached to the body side of the driv ...
Parking in cold weather
WARNING
Snow can trap dangerous exhaust
gases under your vehicle. Keep
snow clear of the exhaust pipe and
from around your vehicle if you park
the vehicle in snow with the engine
running.
CAUTION
Do not use the parking brake
when parking for long periods in
cold weather since it could free ...
Note
LIGHTING SYSTEM > Turn Signal Light and Hazard Light SystemNOTEFor operation procedures of each component of the turn signal and hazard light system, refer to the respective sections.• Combination switch (light): Combination Switch (Light)">• Front turn signal light bulb: Fr ...
