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:
Inspection
FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS)(H4DO) > Camshaft Position SensorINSPECTION1. CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (METHOD WITH OSCILLOSCOPE)1. Prepare an oscilloscope.2. Remove the glove box. Glove Box > REMOVAL">3. Connect the probe to ECM connector.• Intake camshaft position sensor• E ...
Procedure
HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C) > Refrigerant Pressure with Manifold Gauge SetPROCEDURE1. REFRIGERANT GAS PRESSURE INSPECTION1. Prepare the vehicle.NOTE:Check that the ambient temperature is 25 — 40°C (77 — 104°F) and that the humidity is 30% — 80%.• Pla ...
Installation
COOLING(H4DO) > Radiator Main Fan and Fan MotorINSTALLATIONInstall in the reverse order of removal.CAUTION:Confirm that the radiator hose is securely connected.NOTE:If the installation of the radiator main fan and fan motor is difficult, attempt installation after loosening the bolts which hold t ...
