Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Synthetic leather upholstery
The synthetic leather material used on the SUBARU may be cleaned using mild soap or detergent and water, after first vacuuming or brushing away loose dirt. Allow the soap to soak in for a few minutes and wipe off with a clean, damp cloth. Commercial foam-type cleaners suitable for synthetic leather materials may be used when necessary.
CAUTION
Strong cleaning agents such as solvents, paint thinners, window cleaner or fuel must never be used on leather or synthetic interior materials.
Doing so could damage the surface and cause the color to deteriorate.
Leather seat materials
The leather used by SUBARU is a high
quality natural product which will retain its
distinctive appearance and feel for many
years with proper care.
Allowing dust or road dirt to build up on the
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Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, and
switches
Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate
control panel, audio equipment, instrument
panel, center console, combination
meter panel, and switches.
CAUTION
Do not use organic solvents such
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Other materials:
Illumination brightness control
The illumination brightness of the instrument
panel dims under the following
conditions.
when the light switch is in the "
" or
" " position
You can also adjust the illumination brightness
for better visibility in the following
ways.
To brighten, turn the control dial upward.
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Synthetic oil
You should use synthetic engine oil that
meets the same requirements given for
conventional engine oil. When using
synthetic oil, you must use oil of the same
classification, viscosity and grade shown
in this Owner's Manual. Refer to "Engine
oil" F12-4. Also, you must follow the oil
and filte ...
Gasoline for cleaner air
Your use of gasoline with detergent
additives will help prevent deposits from
forming in your engine and fuel system.
This helps keep your engine in tune and
your emission control system working
properly, and is a way of doing your part
for cleaner air. If you continuously use a
high qualit ...
