Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Using a warm water washer
- Keep a good distance of 12 in (30 cm) or more between the washer nozzle and the vehicle.
- Do not wash the same area continuously.
- If a stain will not come out easily, wash by hand. Some warm water washers are of the high temperature, high pressure type, and they can damage or deform the resin parts such as moldings, or cause water to leak into the vehicle.
Washing the underbody
Chemicals, salts and gravel used for
deicing road surfaces are extremely corrosive,
accelerating the corrosion of underbody
components, such as the exhaust
system, fuel and brake lines, brake
cab ...
Waxing and polishing
Always wash and dry the vehicle before
waxing and polishing.
Use a good quality polish and wax and
apply them according to the manufacturer's
instructions. Wax or polish when
the painted surfac ...
Other materials:
Engine noise Inspection
MECHANICAL(H4DO) > Engine NoiseINSPECTIONType of soundConditionPossible causeRegular clicking soundSound increases as engine speed increases.• Valve mechanism is defective• Incorrect cam clearance• Worn camshaft• Broken valve spring• Defective valve shimHeavy and dul ...
Removal
SECURITY AND LOCKS > Rear Gate Latch and Actuator AssemblyREMOVAL1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. NOTE">2. Remove the trim panel - rear gate. Rear Gate Trim > REMOVAL">3. Remove the latch and actuator - rear gate.(1) Disconnect the connector.(2) Remove the bolts, ...
Disassembly
DIFFERENTIALS > Rear Differential (T-type)DISASSEMBLYTo detect the real cause of trouble, inspect the following items before disassembling.• Tooth contact and backlash between hypoid driven gear and drive pinion• Hypoid driven gear runout on its back surface• Total preload of dr ...
