Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Parking on a grade
Always block the wheels under both vehicle and trailer when parking. Apply the parking brake firmly. You should not park on a hill or slope. If parking on a hill or slope cannot be avoided, you should take the following steps: 1. Apply the brakes and hold the pedal down.
2. Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and trailer wheels.
3. When the wheel blocks are in place, release the regular brakes slowly until the blocks absorb the load.
4. Apply the regular brakes and then apply the parking brake; slowly release the regular brakes.
5. Shift into 1st or reverse gear (MT models) or "P" position (CVT models) and shut off the engine.
Driving on grades
Before going down a steep hill, slow
down and shift into lower gear (if necessary,
use 1st gear) in order to utilize the
engine braking effect and prevent overheating
of your vehicle's brak ...
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The Subaru Ascent RAB system operates using four rear-mounted sonar sensors and
provides two primary functions designed to assist the driver during reversing maneuvers.
Sonar Audible Alarm function
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Engine hood
CAUTION
When you open the engine hood,
do not stand the wiper blades up.
Furthermore, while the hood is
open, do not operate the windshield
wipers. Doing so could
result in damage to the engine
hood and wiper blades.
Be extremely careful not to catch
fingers or other objects wh ...
Remote engine start system (dealer option)
WARNING
Before using the remote engine start feature on the Subaru Ascent, always
review and understand all safety precautions related to engine starting.
Proper use of the system is essential to prevent accidents and ensure
safe operation.
Never activate the Subaru Ascent rem ...
