Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Safety precautions
WARNING
Always use the utmost care in driving - overconfidence because you are driving a vehicle with the Vehicle Dynamics Control system could easily lead to a serious accident.
CAUTION
Even if your vehicle is equipped with Vehicle Dynamics Control system, winter tires should be used when driving on snow-covered or icy roads; in addition, vehicle speed should be reduced considerably. Simply having a Vehicle Dynamics Control system does not guarantee that the vehicle will be able to avoid accidents in any situation.
Activation of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is an indication that the road being travelled on has a slippery surface; since having Vehicle Dynamics Control is no guarantee that full vehicle control will be maintained at all times and under all conditions, its activation should be seen as a sign that the speed of the vehicle should be reduced considerably.
Whenever suspension components, steering components, or an axle are removed from a vehicle, have an inspection of that system performed by an authorized SUBARU dealer.
The following precautions should be observed in order to ensure that the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is operating properly:
- All four wheels should be fitted with tires of the same size, type, and brand. Furthermore, the amount of wear should be the same for all four tires.
- Keep the tire pressure at the proper level as shown on the vehicle placard attached to the driver's side door pillar.
- Use only the specified temporary spare tire to replace a flat tire. With a temporary spare tire, the effectiveness of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is reduced and this should be taken into account when driving the vehicle in such a condition.
If non-matching tires are used, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system may not operate correctly.
The Vehicle Dynamics Control system helps prevent unstable vehicle motion such as skidding using control of the brakes and engine power. Do not turn off the Vehicle Dynamics Control system unless it is absolutely necessary.
If you must turn off the Vehicle Dynamics Control system, drive very carefully according to the road surface conditions.
System features
In the event of wheelspin and/or skidding
on a slippery road surface and/or during
cornering and/or an evasive maneuver,
the Vehicle Dynamics Control system
adjusts the engine's output and the
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Other materials:
Windshield washer
To wash the windshield, pull the wiper
control lever toward you. The washer fluid
sprays until you release the lever. The
wipers operate while you pull the lever.
NOTE
Windshield washer fluid warning light (type A)
Windshield washer fluid warning light (type B)
The windshield wash ...
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 ...
Inspection
CLUTCH SYSTEM > Clutch Disc and CoverINSPECTION1. CLUTCH DISC1. Facing wearMeasure the depth from the facing surface to the rivet head. Replace if the face is worn locally or worn down to less than the specified value.Depth to rivet head:Limit of sinking0.8 mm (0.031 in)NOTE:Do not wash the clutc ...
