Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Brake fluid
Checking the fluid level
WARNING
- Never let brake fluid contact your eyes because brake fluid can be harmful to your eyes. If brake fluid gets in your eyes, immediately flush them thoroughly with clean water. For safety, when performing this work, wearing eye protection is advisable.
- Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air. Any absorbed moisture can cause a dangerous loss of braking performance.
- If the vehicle requires frequent refilling, there may be a leak. If you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer.
CAUTION
- When adding brake fluid, be careful not to allow any dirt into the reservoir.
- Never splash the brake fluid over painted surfaces or rubber parts. Alcohol contained in the brake fluid may damage them.
- Be careful not to spill brake fluid when adding it. If brake fluid touches the exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If brake fluid gets on the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it off.
- "MAX" level line
- "MIN" level line
- The brake fluid level must be checked in this area.
Check the fluid level monthly.
Check the fluid level on the outside of the reservoir. Be sure to check the fluid level for the brake system at the front part of the reservoir (shaded area in the illustration).
For MT models, this reservoir is used for both the brake and clutch systems and has chambers for each system.
If the fluid level is below "MIN", add the recommended brake fluid to "MAX". Use only brake fluid from a sealed container.
Recommended brake fluid
Refer to "Fluids" F12-7.
CAUTION
Never use different brands of brake fluid together. Also, avoid mixing DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluids even if they are the same brand.
Front differential gear oil (CVT models) and rear differential gear oil
It is not necessary to check the gear oil
level. Check that there are no cracks,
damage or leakage. However, the oil
inspection should be performed according
to the maintenance schedule in the
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Other materials:
Driving tips
Do not drive with your foot resting on the
clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to
hold your vehicle at a standstill on an
upgrade. Either of those actions may
cause clutch damage.
Do not drive with your hand resting on the
shift lever. This may cause wear on the
transmission components.
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Keys
NOTE
For models with "keyless access with
push-button start system", refer to
"Keyless access with push-button start
system" 2-9.
Master key
Submaster key
Sub key
Key number plate
Three types of keys are provided for your
vehicle.
CAUTION
Do not attach a large key holder or
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Assembly
BRAKE > Front Disc Brake AssemblyASSEMBLY1. Before assembly, check each part. Front Disc Brake Assembly > INSPECTION">2. Clean the inside of the caliper body cylinder using brake fluid.3. Apply a coat of brake fluid to piston seal and install the piston seal to the caliper body cylind ...
