Subaru Crosstrek Service Manual: Replacement

CAUTION:

• Do not let brake fluid come into contact with the painted surface of the vehicle body. Wash away with water immediately and wipe off if it is spilled by accident.

• Do not reuse drained brake fluid. When refilling brake fluid, always refill new brake fluid.

• Avoid mixing brake fluid of different brands or different grades even from the same brand to prevent fluid performance from degrading.

• Do not allow dirt or dust to get into the reservoir tank.

• During the operation, keep the reservoir tank filled with brake fluid to prevent entry of air.

• Operate the brake pedal slowly and depress it fully.

• For convenience and safety, perform the work with 2 people.

• The required amount of brake fluid is approximately 500 mL (16.9 US fl oz, 17.6 Imp fl oz) for the entire brake system.

1. Lift up the vehicle.

2. Remove both the front and rear wheels.

3. Drain brake fluid from the reservoir tank.

4. Replenish the reservoir tank with the recommended brake fluid, and perform the same procedure as for bleeding the brake line on each brake caliper. Air Bleeding > PROCEDURE">

Preparation items:

Recommended brake fluid: FMVSS No. 116, DOT3 or DOT4

Repeat the full stroke depressing operation of the brake pedal 20 times slowly on each brake caliper, until new brake fluid comes out from transparent vinyl tube.

Inspection

Brake hose

Other materials:

Removal
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Read diagnostic trouble code (dtc) Operation
AUTO HEADLIGHT BEAM LEVELER SYSTEM (DIAGNOSTICS) > Read Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)OPERATION1. On «Start» display, select «Diagnosis».2. On «Vehicle selection» display, input the target vehicle information and select «Confirmed».3. On «Main Menu» display, select «Each System».4. On ...

Inspection
FRONT SUSPENSION > Front StrutINSPECTIONCheck the removed part for wear, damage and cracks, and then repair or replace it if defective.1. STRUT1. Check for oil leaks.2. Move the piston rod up and down to check that it operates smoothly without any hitch.3. Check the piston rod runout.Preparation ...