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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Installing child restraint systems with ALR/ELR seatbelt
In the Subaru Ascent, proper installation of a child restraint system using the
ALR/ELR seatbelt is critical for ensuring maximum safety. The ALR (Automatic Locking
Retractor) function allows the seatbelt to securely hold the child seat in place,
preventing movement during sudden stops or coll ...
Manual rear gate
The Subaru Ascent manual rear gate can be locked and unlocked using multiple
integrated systems, providing flexibility and convenience for different situations.
Power door locking switch: Refer to "Locking and unlocking from the inside".
Keyless access with push-button start system ...
Information bar
Information bar
Outside temperature indicator
Top display
Clock
While the ignition switch is in the "ACC" or
"ON" position, the outside temperature
indicator, clock, etc. will be shown on the
information bar.
Outside temperature indicator
This displays the outside temperature
b ...
