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:
Assembly
FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS)(H4DO) > Intake ManifoldASSEMBLY1. Install the fuel pipe and cap to the intake manifold.Tightening torque:6.4 N·m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)2. Install the fuel delivery pipe to the intake manifold.CAUTION:• Check that there is no damage or dust on the quick c ...
Operation
VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL (VDC) > VDC Sequence ControlOPERATION1. While the VDC sequence control is performed, the operation of the hydraulic unit can be checked using the brake tester or pressure gauge after the hydraulic unit solenoid valve is operated.2. VDC sequence control can be started by S ...
Removal
EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM > Roof TrimREMOVAL1. CROSSTREK MODELCAUTION:• Before handling the airbag system components, refer to “CAUTION” of “General Description” in “AIRBAG SYSTEM”. General Description > CAUTION">• Airbag system satellite s ...
