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:
Preparation tool
DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM > General DescriptionPREPARATION TOOL1. SPECIAL TOOLILLUSTRATIONPART NO.DESCRIPTIONREMARKS20099PA010INSTALLER & REMOVER• Used for replacing the rear bushing of rear axle housing.• Used together with BUSHING REMOVER (20099FG000).20099FG000BUSHING REMOVER• U ...
General diagnostic table Inspection
POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING) > General Diagnostic TableINSPECTIONTroublePossible causeCorrective action• Steering effort is heavy in all ranges.• Steering effort is heavy at stand still.• Steering wheel vibrates when turning.1. Tire and wheel• Improper tire out o ...
Ornament Installation
EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM > OrnamentINSTALLATION1. LETTER MARKAlign the end of application tape with the end of panel, then adhere the letter mark.(a)Panel - rear gate end(b)Application tape end NOTE:• Align the cutout of application tape with the end reference of the front door. (a)• A ...
