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:
Inspection
VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL (VDC) > VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM&H/U)INSPECTION1. Check the identification (a) of the VDC control module & hydraulic control unit (VDCCM&H/U).NOTE:For the identification, refer to “SPECIFICATION” in “General Descri ...
Assembly
DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM > Rear AxleASSEMBLY1. BUSHING - REAR AXLE HOUSINGDo not remove the bushing - rear axle housing from the rear axle housing, because it cannot be replaced. If removed, replace the rear axle housing.2. REAR BUSHING1. Before assembly, inspect the following items and replace any fau ...
Subaru select monitor Operation
HVAC SYSTEM (AUTO A/C) (DIAGNOSTICS) > Subaru Select MonitorOPERATIONFor detailed operation procedures, refer to “Application help”.NOTE:When initialization communication using Select Monitor is impossible, perform diagnosis according to “Diagnostic Procedure Used When Abnormal ...
