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:
Components
SRS frontal airbag
SRS side airbag
SRS curtain airbag
SRS knee airbag
The SRS airbags are stowed in the
following locations.
Driver's SRS frontal airbag: in the center
portion of the steering wheel
A "SRS AIRBAG" mark is located at the
pad of the airbag.
Front passenger's SRS ...
Replacement
MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND DIFFERENTIAL(5MT) > Oil SealREPLACEMENT1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.2. Lift up the vehicle.3. Clean the transmission exterior.4. Using the TORX® bit T70, remove the drain plug, and drain the transmission gear oil completely.CAUTION:• Immediately after ...
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 ...
