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:
Radiator cap Inspection
COOLING(H4DO) > Radiator CapINSPECTION1. Check that the radiator cap does not have deformation, cracks or damage.2. Attach the radiator cap tester to radiator cap.3. Increase pressure until the radiator cap tester gauge needle stops. Radiator cap is functioning properly if it holds the service li ...
Inspection
HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C) > Relay and FuseINSPECTION1. CHECK FUSE1. Remove the fuse and inspect visually.2. If the fuse is blown out, replace the fuse.NOTE:If the fuse is blown again, check the system wiring harness.2. CHECK RELAY1. Check the resistance between relay terminals.&bul ...
Removal
VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL (VDC) > VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM&H/U)REMOVAL1. MODELS WITHOUT EyeSight1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. NOTE">2. Remove the air intake boot. Air Intake Boot > REMOVAL">CAUTION:Move aside the intake boot to pe ...
