Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Precautions against vehicle modification
Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to install any accessory parts to your vehicle.
CAUTION
Do not perform any of the following modifications. Such modifications can interfere with proper operation of the seatbelt pretensioners.
- Attachment of any equipment (bush bar, winches, snow plow, skid plate, etc.) other than genuine SUBARU accessory parts to the front end.
- Modification of the suspension system or front end structure.
- Installation of a tire of different size and construction from the tires specified on the vehicle placard attached to the driver's door pillar or specified for individual vehicle models in this Owner's Manual.
System servicing
WARNING
When discarding a seatbelt retractor
assembly or scrapping
the entire vehicle damaged by a
collision, consult your SUBARU
dealer.
Tampering with or disconnecting
the system's w ...
Child restraint systems
Infants and small children should always
be placed in an infant or child restraint
system in the rear seat while riding in the
vehicle. You should use an infant or child
restraint system that ...
Other materials:
Inspection
SUNROOF/T-TOP/CONVERTIBLE TOP (SUNROOF) > Sunroof Control SystemINSPECTIONSymptomsInspection stepsWater leakage(1) Check the roof panel and the lid assembly - sunroof for improper or poor sealing.(2) Check the drain tube - sunroof for clogging.(3) Check the joints of the rail assembly - sunroof f ...
X-MODE
WARNING
When operating the Subaru Ascent with X-MODE engaged, always remain fully
attentive. Overestimating the system’s capabilities can lead to hazardous situations
and potentially serious accidents.
Use extreme caution when relying on the hill descent control function
in the Suba ...
Installation
DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM > Rear AxleINSTALLATION1. Temporarily tighten the rear axle housing to the upper arm assembly.2. Install the rear drive shaft assembly.CAUTION:• Do not hammer the drive shaft assembly when installing.• Use new axle nuts.(1) Insert the drive shaft assembly into the h ...
