Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Two separate circuits
Your vehicle has two separate circuit brake systems. Each circuit works diagonally across the vehicle. If one circuit of the brake system should fail, the other half of the system still works. If one circuit fails, the brake pedal will go down much closer to the floor than usual and you will need to press it down much harder. And a much longer distance will be needed to stop the vehicle.
Brake booster
The brake booster uses engine manifold vacuum to assist braking force. Do not turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK"/ "OFF" position while driving because that will turn off the brake booster, resulting in poor braking power.
The brakes will continue to work even when the brake booster completely stops functioning. If this happens, however, you will have to depress the pedal much harder than normal and the braking distance will increase.
Brake system
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Brake assist system
WARNING
Do not be overconfident about the
brake assist. It is not a system that
brings more braking ability to the
vehicle beyond its braking capability.
Always use the utmost care
when drivin ...
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Inspection
CLUTCH SYSTEM > Clutch SwitchINSPECTION1. CLUTCH START SWITCH1. Perform the following inspections. If the clutch start switch does not operate normally, adjust the switch, and check it again. Clutch Switch > ADJUSTMENT">• Make sure that engine does not start with clutch pedal no ...
Starting engine
WARNING
There are some general precautions
when starting the engine.
Carefully read the precautions
described in "General precautions
when starting/stopping engine"
F7-9.
If the indicator on the pushbutton
ignition switch flashes in
green after the engine has
started, never dri ...
Installation
REAR SUSPENSION > Rear Trailing LinkINSTALLATIONCAUTION:• Be sure to use a new self-locking nut.• Always tighten the bushing in the state where the vehicle is at curb weight and the wheels are in full contact with the ground.1. Install each part in the reverse order of removal.Tighten ...
