Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Corrosion protection
Your SUBARU has been designed and built to resist corrosion. Special materials and protective finishes have been used on most parts of the vehicle to help maintain fine appearance, strength, and reliable operation.
Cleaning aluminum wheels
Promptly wipe the aluminum wheels
clean of any kind of grime or agent. If dirt
is left on too long, it may be difficult to
clean off.
Do not use soap containing grit to
clean the wheels. ...
Most common causes of corrosion
The most common causes of corrosion
are:
The accumulation of moisture retaining
dirt and debris in body panel sections,
cavities, and other areas.
Damage to paint and other protective
coa ...
Other materials:
Installation
REAR SUSPENSION > Rear Sub FrameINSTALLATIONCAUTION:• Be sure to use a new self-locking nut.• Always tighten the bushing in the state where the vehicle is at curb weight and the wheels are in full contact with the ground.• Install so that the front end of the under cover (b) com ...
SRS airbag system monitors
SRS airbag system warning light
The Subaru Ascent is equipped with an advanced diagnostic monitoring system that
continuously checks the readiness and functionality of the SRS airbag system, including
seatbelt pretensioners, whenever the ignition switch is in the "ON" position.
D ...
Replacement
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION(TR580) > Extension Case Oil SealREPLACEMENTCAUTION:Immediately after the vehicle has been running or after idling for a long time, the CVTF will be hot. Be careful not to burn yourself.1. Lift up the vehicle.2. Remove the center exhaust pipe. Center Exhaust Pip ...
