Subaru Crosstrek Service Manual: Inspection

1. Check the rear differential front member for damage, bend and corrosion.

If damage, bend or corrosion is excessive, replace the rear differential front member.

2. Check the bushings of rear differential member for cracking, hardening and damage. If cracking, hardening or damage is excessive, replace rear differential front member.

Rear differential front member

Removal

Other materials:

Removal
DIFFERENTIALS > Rear Differential (T-type)REMOVAL1. Shift the select lever or gear shift lever to neutral.2. Release the parking brake.3. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.4. Lift up the vehicle.5. Remove the rear wheels.6. Drain differential gear oil. Differential Gear Oil > REPLACEME ...

Adjustment
EXTERIOR BODY PANELS > Rear DoorADJUSTMENTAdjust the clearance around the panel assembly - rear door as follows.PartStandardAFront door sash to Rear door sash5.5+1.5, −1.0 mm (0.22+0.06, −0.04 in)BPanel assembly - front door to Panel assembly - rear door4.5±1.0 mm (0.18±0.04 in)CRoo ...

Synthetic leather upholstery
The synthetic leather material used on the SUBARU may be cleaned using mild soap or detergent and water, after first vacuuming or brushing away loose dirt. Allow the soap to soak in for a few minutes and wipe off with a clean, damp cloth. Commercial foam-type cleaners suitable for synthetic l ...