Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Preparing to drive
You should perform the following checks and adjustments every day before you start driving.
1. Check that all windows, mirrors, and lights are clean and unobstructed.
2. Check the appearance and condition of the tires. Also check tires for proper inflation.
3. Look under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
4. Check that the hood and rear gate are fully closed.
5. Check the adjustment of the seat.
6. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors.
7. Fasten your seatbelt. Check that your passengers have fastened their seatbelts.
8. Check the operation of the warning and indicator lights when the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position.
9. Check the gauges, indicator and warning lights after starting the engine.
10. Check that no small animals enter the engine compartment.
CAUTION
Trapping small animals in the cooling fan and belts of the engine may result in a malfunction. Check that no small animal enters the engine compartment and under the vehicle before starting the engine.
NOTE
- Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid and other fluid levels should be checked daily, weekly or at fuel stops.
- When towing a trailer, refer to "Trailer hitch (dealer option)" F8-15.
State emission testing (U.S. only)
WARNING
Testing of an All-Wheel Drive model
must NEVER be performed on a
single two-wheel dynamometer. Attempting
to do so will result in
uncontrolled vehicle movement and
may cause an accident ...
Other materials:
Replacement of wiper blades
Contamination such as grease, wax residues, insects, or road debris on the windshield
or wiper blades of your Subaru Ascent can lead to uneven wiping, jerky motion, and
visible streaks across the glass. If these issues persist even after using the washer
system, thoroughly clean the windshield ...
Inspection
EyeSight (DIAGNOSTICS) > Subaru Select MonitorINSPECTION1. COMMUNICATION FOR INITIALIZING IMPOSSIBLE• Communication error with stereo cameraDETECTING CONDITION:• Defective harness connector• Power supply circuit malfunction• Defective stereo camera• Defective CAN sys ...
Removal
LUBRICATION(H4DO) > Oil Level SwitchREMOVAL1. Open the front hood, and make alignment marks (A) on the front hood striker and the front hood using a marker pen.2. Remove the front hood striker from the front hood.3. Change the front hood stay position from (A) to (B), and completely open the fron ...
