Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: 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 coatings caused by gravel and stone chips or minor accidents.
- Corrosion is accelerated on the vehicle when:
- It is exposed to road salt or dust control chemicals, or used in coastal areas where there is more salt in the air, or in areas where there is considerable industrial pollution.
- It is driven in areas of high humidity, especially when temperatures range just above freezing.
- Dampness in certain parts of the vehicle remains for a long time, even though other parts of the vehicle may be dry.
- High temperatures will cause corrosion to parts of the vehicle which cannot dry quickly due to lack of proper ventilation.
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 r ...
To help prevent corrosion
Wash the vehicle regularly to prevent
corrosion of the body and suspension
components. Also, wash the vehicle
promptly after driving on any of the
following surfaces.
roads that have been salt ...
Other materials:
Precautions against vehicle modification
Always consult your SUBARU dealer if
you want to install any accessory parts to
your vehicle.
CAUTION
Do not perform any of the following
modifications. Such modifications
can interfere with proper operation
of the seatbelt pretensioners.
Attachment of any equipment
(bush bar, winches, ...
Removal
SUNROOF/T-TOP/CONVERTIBLE TOP (SUNROOF) > Glass LidREMOVAL1. GLASS LID1. Completely close the lid assembly - sunroof, and open the sunshade assembly.2. Remove the TORX® bolt, and then remove the lid assembly - sunroof.CAUTION:Be careful not to damage the lid assembly - sunroof.PREPARATION TOOL:T ...
Removal
EXTERIOR BODY PANELS > Front Sealing CoverREMOVAL1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. NOTE">2. Remove the trim panel - front door. Door Trim > REMOVAL">3. Remove the sealing cover - front door.CAUTION:• Caref ...
