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:
Air cleaner element
WARNING
Do not operate the engine with the
air cleaner element removed. The air
cleaner element not only filters
intake air but also stops flames if
the engine backfires. If the air
cleaner element is not installed
when the engine backfires, you
could be burned.
CAUTION
When replacing the ...
General diagnostic table Inspection
FRONT SUSPENSION > General Diagnostic TableINSPECTION1. IMPROPER VEHICLE POSTURE OR IMPROPER WHEEL ARCH HEIGHTPossible causeCorrective action(1) Permanent distortion or damage of the coil springReplace.(2) Rough operation of strut or shock absorberReplace.(3) Improper installation of strut or sho ...
Installation
FRONT SUSPENSION > Front CrossmemberINSTALLATION1. Check the crossmember for damage or cracks, and correct or replace if defective.2. Install the universal joint assembly - steering. Universal Joint > INSTALLATION">3. Install each part in the reverse order of removal.CAUTION:• U ...
