COMMUNICATION SYSTEM > General Description
CAUTION
• Before disconnecting connectors of sensors or units, be sure to disconnect the ground cable from battery.
• When replacing the audio and MFD parts provided with memory functions, record the memory contents before disconnecting the battery ground cable.
• Be careful of the following items. Failing to do so may cause the airbag system malfunction.
– Yellow connectors and harnesses with yellow tapes around them are the connectors and harnesses for the airbag system. When using a tester on these circuits, follow the cautions of “AIRBAG SYSTEM”. General Description > CAUTION">
– Be careful not to damage the airbag system wiring harness when servicing the electrical parts around the steering column.
• When removing, installing or replacing the VDCCM&H/U, VDCCM&H/U bracket, steering wheel or steering angle sensor (steering roll connector), perform “VSC(VDC) Centering Mode” of the VDC. VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM&H/U) > ADJUSTMENT">
Preparation toolTowing hooks and tie-down hooks/holes
The towing hooks on the Subaru Ascent are intended strictly for emergency use
and should not be used for prolonged or improper towing operations.
CAUTION
Always use only the designated towing hooks and tie-down points. Do not attach
towing equipment to suspension components or other body parts ...
Wheel bearing Inspection
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICES > Wheel BearingINSPECTION1. FRONT WHEEL BEARINGNOTE:Inspect the condition of front wheel bearing grease.1. Jack-up the front side of vehicle.2. While holding the front wheel by hand, swing it in and out to check bearing free play.3. Loosen the wheel nuts, and remove ...
Caution
CLUTCH SYSTEM > General DescriptionCAUTION• Remove contamination including dirt and corrosion before removal, installation or disassembly.• Keep the disassembled parts in order and protect them from dust and dirt.• Before removal, installation or disassembly, be sure to clarify ...