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 ...
Other materials:
Battery
WARNING
Never expose the battery in your Subaru Ascent to open flames or sparks.
The battery emits highly flammable gases that can ignite and cause an
explosion if exposed to ignition sources.
Always wear appropriate eye protection when working near the battery
of your Subaru ...
Control unit Note
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM > Control UnitNOTESystem control of the cruise control is performed by each module. For procedure, refer to the following sections.• Engine control module (ECM): Engine Control Module (ECM)">• Transmission control module (TCM): Transmission Control Modu ...
Power outlets
CAUTION
In the Subaru Ascent, never insert foreign objects into the accessory
power outlet, especially conductive materials such as coins or aluminum foil.
This can result in a short circuit or electrical damage. Always keep the outlet
covered with its cap when not in use.
If the plug ...
