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:
Windshield washer
To wash the windshield, pull the wiper
control lever toward you. The washer fluid
sprays until you release the lever. The
wipers operate while you pull the lever.
NOTE
Windshield washer fluid warning light (type A)
Windshield washer fluid warning light (type B)
The windshield wash ...
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 contact with the ground.1. Install each part in the reverse order of removal.Tightening torque:Refer ...
Diagnostics with phenomenon Inspection
AUTO HEADLIGHT BEAM LEVELER SYSTEM (DIAGNOSTICS) > Diagnostics with PhenomenonINSPECTION1. BEAM LEVEL CONTROL DOES NOT FUNCTIONCAUTION:• Before performing diagnosis, check the fuse in this circuit.• Initialization is required after replacing the auto headlight beam leveler CM.Wiring d ...
