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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Ignition switch light (if equipped)
For easy access to the ignition switch in
the dark, the ignition switch light illuminates
when the driver's door is opened or
when the driver's door is unlocked using
the remote keyless entry transmitter.
The light remains illuminated for several
tens of seconds and then gradually turns
off ...
Tire replacement
The tires and wheels of your Subaru Ascent are carefully selected to match the
vehicle’s design characteristics, ensuring optimal handling, comfort, and durability.
Replacing them with incorrect specifications can negatively impact performance and
safety.
Always use tires that match the ori ...
