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:
Inspection
STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEMS(H4DO) > StarterINSPECTIONNOTE:• After the inspection, reinstall the disassembled or removed parts during the inspection in the reverse order of disassembly/removal procedure.• Refer to component for tightening torque of each part. General Description > CO ...
Adjustment
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION(TR580) > Front Differential AssemblyADJUSTMENT1. Using the ST, screw-in the retainer until resistance is felt.NOTE:RH side should be screwed-in more than LH side.ST 18658AA020WRENCH COMPL RETAINER2. Remove the remaining liquid gasket from the mating surface c ...
Engine oil
CAUTION
If the oil level gauge in your Subaru Ascent does not slide out easily,
gently rotate it left and right before pulling. Applying excessive force may
lead to sudden release and possible injury.
Always use engine oil that meets the recommended grade and viscosity
specified for t ...
