Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Towing
If towing is necessary, it is best done by your SUBARU dealer or a commercial towing service. Observe the following procedures for safety.
WARNING
Never tow AWD models with the front wheels raised off the ground while the rear wheels are on the ground, or with the rear wheels raised off the ground while the front wheels are on the ground. This will cause the vehicle to spin away due to the operation or deterioration of the center differential.
Engine overheating
WARNING
Never attempt to remove the radiator
cap until the engine has been
shut off and has fully cooled down.
When the engine is hot, the coolant
is under pressure. Removing the
cap while the ...
Towing hooks and tie-down hooks/holes
The towing hooks should be used only in
an emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehicle
from mud, sand or snow).
CAUTION
Use only the specified towing
hooks and tie-down hooks/holes.
Never us ...
Other materials:
Preparation tool
KEYLESS ACCESS WITH PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM (DIAGNOSTICS) > General DescriptionPREPARATION TOOL1. SPECIAL TOOLILLUSTRATIONTOOL NUMBERDESCRIPTIONREMARKS — SUBARU SELECT MONITOR 4Used for setting of each function and troubleshooting for electrical system.NOTE:For detailed operation procedures of ...
Removal
HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C) > In-Vehicle Sensor (Auto A/C Model)REMOVALCAUTION:Be careful not to damage the sensors and interior trims when removing.1. Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. NOTE">2. Remove the cover assemb ...
Inspection
SECURITY AND LOCKS > Security SystemINSPECTION1. BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURESTEPCHECKYESNO1.INITIAL CHECK.Check the keyless entry system or keyless access system operation.Does the keyless entry system or keyless access system operate normally? Security System > INSPECTION">Go to Step 2 ...
