Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Using a warm water washer
- Keep a good distance of 12 in (30 cm) or more between the washer nozzle and the vehicle.
- Do not wash the same area continuously.
- If a stain will not come out easily, wash by hand. Some warm water washers are of the high temperature, high pressure type, and they can damage or deform the resin parts such as moldings, or cause water to leak into the vehicle.
Washing the underbody
Chemicals, salts and gravel used for
deicing road surfaces are extremely corrosive,
accelerating the corrosion of underbody
components, such as the exhaust
system, fuel and brake lines, brake
cab ...
Waxing and polishing
Always wash and dry the vehicle before
waxing and polishing.
Use a good quality polish and wax and
apply them according to the manufacturer's
instructions. Wax or polish when
the painted surfac ...
Other materials:
Double trip meter
Type A
Trip knob
Type B
Trip knob (U.S.-spec. models)
Trip knob (except U.S.-spec. models)
This meter displays the two trip meters
when the ignition switch is in the "ON"
position.
The trip meter shows the distance that the
vehicle has been driven since you last set
it to ...
Shifting speeds
Recommended shifting speeds
The best compromise between fuel economy
and vehicle performance during
normal driving is ensured by shifting up
at the speeds listed in the following table.
Maximum allowable speeds
The following table shows the maximum
speeds that are possible with each differe ...
Operation during cold weather
Maintenance
When operating your Subaru Ascent in winter conditions, proper preparation is
essential for safety and reliability. It is highly recommended to carry emergency
supplies such as an ice scraper, sand for traction, warning flares, a compact shovel,
and jumper cables to handle unexpec ...
