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:
Suspension Inspection
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICES > SuspensionINSPECTION1. FRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINT1. Lift up the vehicle until front wheels are off ground.2. Grasp the bottom of tire and move it in and out in axial direction. If movement (B) is observed between the brake disc cover (A) and end of front arm (D), ...
Installation
SECURITY AND LOCKS > Keyless Access CMINSTALLATIONCAUTION:• When the control module related to immobilizer has been replaced, be sure to perform the registration of immobilizer system. For detailed operation procedure, refer to “Type D” described in “REGISTRATION MANUAL FO ...
Adjustment
COOLING(H4DO) > Engine CoolantADJUSTMENT1. PROCEDURE TO ADJUST THE SUBARU SUPER COOLANT CONCENTRATIONCAUTION:Use the SUBARU Super Coolant with a 50 — 60% concentration in order to obtain maximum anti-freeze and anti-rust performance.To adjust the concentration of SUBARU Super Coolant according ...
