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:
Trailer safety chains
WARNING
Always use safety chains between
your vehicle and the trailer. Towing
trailer without safety chains could
create a traffic safety hazard if the
trailer separates from the hitch due
to coupling damage or hitch ball
damage.
In case the trailer hitch connector or hitch
ball should brea ...
Wheel bearing Inspection
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICES > Wheel BearingINSPECTION1. FRONT WHEEL BEARINGNOTE:Inspect the condition of front wheel bearing grease.1. Jack-up the front side of vehicle.2. While holding the front wheel by hand, swing it in and out to check bearing free play.3. Loosen the wheel nuts, and remove ...
General diagnostic table Inspection
VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL (VDC) (DIAGNOSTICS) > General Diagnostic TableINSPECTIONSymptomsMain probable causeOther probable causePoor brake performanceLong braking/stopping distance• VDCCM&H/U• Brake pad• Aeration to brake line• Tire specifications, tire wear and air pr ...
