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:
Removal
STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEMS(H4DO) > Battery Current & Temperature SensorREMOVAL1. BATTERY CURRENT SENSORNOTE:Remove the battery current sensor and battery cable as a unit.1. Disconnect the battery ground cable and remove the clip from the battery rod.2. Remove the battery terminal boot.3. Remov ...
Component
AIRBAG SYSTEM > General DescriptionCOMPONENT(1)Front sub sensor RH(4)Airbag warning light (in combination meter)(7)Airbag control module(2)Front sub sensor LH(5)Airbag ON/OFF indicator light (MFD)(8)Knee airbag module(3)Driver’s airbag module(6)Passenger’s airbag module(9)Steering rol ...
Glove box
Lock
Unlock
To open the glove box, pull the handle. To
close it, push the lid firmly upward.
To lock the glove box, insert the key and
turn it clockwise. To unlock the glove box,
insert the key and turn it counterclockwise.
For models with "keyless access with
push-button start s ...
