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:
ECO gauge screen (if equipped)
Average fuel consumption corresponding
to the driving distance of each trip meter
ECO gauge
The gauge pointer shows the difference
between the current fuel consumption and
the average fuel consumption that is
displayed on the center part of the screen.
If the gauge pointer moves ...
Adjustment
LIGHTING SYSTEM > Front Fog Light AssemblyADJUSTMENT1. FOG LIGHT AIMING1. Before checking the fog light assembly - front beam level, be sure of the following:• The area around the fog light assembly - front has not sustained any scratches, damage or other type of deformation.• The veh ...
Assembly
MECHANICAL(H4DO) > Chain CoverASSEMBLY1. Install the camshaft position sensor. Camshaft Position Sensor > INSTALLATION">2. Install the oil control solenoid. Oil Control Solenoid > INSTALLATION">3. Install the engine oil temperature sensor. Engine Oil Temperature Sensor &g ...
