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:
Windshield washer fluid
Use windshield washer fluid. If windshield
washer fluid is unavailable use clean
water.
In areas where water freezes in winter,
use an anti-freeze type windshield washer
fluid. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid
contains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5%
surfactant, by volume. Its freezing tempera ...
Dtc u0100 lost communication with ecm/pcm a
INSTRUMENTATION/DRIVER INFO (DIAGNOSTICS) > Diagnostic Procedure with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)DTC U0100 LOST COMMUNICATION WITH ECM/PCM “A”Detected when CAN data from the engine control module (ECM) does not arrive.NOTE:Perform the diagnosis for LAN system. Basic Diagnostic Proc ...
Installation
HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C) > CompressorINSTALLATIONCAUTION:• Replace the O-rings on the hose - pressure suction and discharge with new parts, and then apply compressor oil.• After replacing the compressor assembly, adjust the amount of the compressor oil. Compressor Oil ...
