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:
Adjustment
POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING) > Electric Power Steering GearboxADJUSTMENT1. GEARBOX BACKLASH ADJUSTMENT1. Remove the steering gearbox assembly. Electric Power Steering Gearbox > REMOVAL">2. Loosen the lock nut and adjusting screw.3. Apply a coat of grease to the sliding surfa ...
Note
WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM > Temporary TireNOTE“T-type” or “Temporary” tire for temporary use is equipped as a temporary tire.CAUTION:• The “T-type” or “Temporary” tire is only for temporary use. Replace with a conventional tire as soon as possible ...
Brake system warning light
In the Subaru Ascent, the brake system warning light illuminates when the parking
brake is engaged while the ignition switch is in the "ON" position. This is a normal
operational indication. Once the parking brake is fully released, the light should
turn off immediately, confirming t ...
