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:
Installation
EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM > Instrument Panel AssemblyINSTALLATIONCAUTION:• Before handling the airbag system components, refer to “CAUTION” of “General Description” in “AIRBAG SYSTEM”. General Description > CAUTION">• After installing the p ...
Assembly
REAR SUSPENSION > Front Lateral LinkASSEMBLY1. Before assembly, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new one.• Visually check the lateral link assembly - front for damage and deformation.• Visually check the bushing for abnormal cracks, fatigue or damage.&bul ...
Removal
SECURITY AND LOCKS > Rear Gate Latch and Actuator AssemblyREMOVAL1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. NOTE">2. Remove the trim panel - rear gate. Rear Gate Trim > REMOVAL">3. Remove the latch and actuator - rear gate.(1) Disconnect the connector.(2) Remove the bolts, ...
