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:
Inspection
CONTROL SYSTEMS > MT Gear Shift LeverINSPECTION1. Check the parts (bushing, cushion rubber, spacer, boot, stay and rod, etc.) for deformation, damage and wear. If necessary, correct or replace faulty parts. Compare the removed parts with new parts to judge if there are damages or not.(A)Bushing(B ...
Installation
MECHANICAL(H4DO) > Cylinder BlockINSTALLATION1. Apply engine oil to the crankshaft bearing, and install the crankshaft bearing to the cylinder block.CAUTION:• Place a wood board wrapped with a waste cloth to prevent the knock pin damage and to stabilize the cylinder block before work.• ...
Removal
FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS)(H4DO) > Fuel Filler PipeREMOVALWARNING:Place “NO OPEN FLAMES” signs near the working area.CAUTION:Be careful not to spill fuel.1. Release the fuel pressure. Fuel > PROCEDURE">2. Drain fuel. Fuel > PROCEDURE">3. Disconnect the groun ...
