Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Before driving

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Make certain that you and all of your passengers are wearing seatbelts.
Carry some emergency equipment, such as a towing rope or chain, a shovel, wheel blocks, first aid kit and cell phone or citizens band radio.
Secure all cargo carried inside the vehicle and make certain that it is not piled higher than the seatbacks. During sudden stops or jolts, unsecured cargo could be thrown around in the vehicle and cause injury. Do not pile heavy loads on the roof. Those loads raise the vehicle's center of gravity and make it more prone to tip over.
Never equip your vehicle with tires larger than those specified in this manual.

Off road driving

WARNING Always maintain a safe driving speed according to the road and weather conditions in order to avoid having an accident on a sharp turn, during sudden braking or under other simil ...

During driving

General precautions: Drive carefully. Do not take unnecessary risks by driving in dangerous areas or over rough terrain. Slow down and employ extra caution at all times. When driving off-r ...

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Disassembly
POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING) > Steering WheelDISASSEMBLY1. CROSSTREK MODEL1. Remove the screw, disconnect the connector and remove the paddle shift switch. (Model with paddle shift)2. Release the claws and remove the screws, then detach the cover - spoke.3. Remove connector and screw, a ...

Installation
CLUTCH SYSTEM > Clutch SwitchINSTALLATION1. CLUTCH SWITCH1. Install the clutch switch.2. Move the clevis pin of push rod to left and right, retain it at the position where it moves smoothly, and measure the clutch pedal stroke.Clutch pedal full stroke A:130 — 135 mm (5.12 — 5.31 in)Tightening ...

Meters and gauges
NOTE Some meters and gauges in the Subaru Ascent instrument cluster utilize liquid crystal displays. If you are wearing polarized sunglasses, visibility of certain indicators may be reduced. Speedometer The Subaru Ascent speedometer provides a clear and precise display of the vehicle’s cu ...