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:
Assembly
SEATS > Rear SeatASSEMBLYCAUTION:• Do not reuse hog rings.• Secure the hog ring using hog ring pliers.• Install the hog rings to the specified points securely and make sure that there is no wrinkle or twisting on the cover COMPL - rear backrest.1. Assemble the cover COMPL - rear ...
Inspection
LUBRICATION(H4DO) > Engine Oil FilterINSPECTION1. After installing the oil filter, run the engine and check for oil leakage.NOTE:The filter element and filter case are permanently jointed; therefore, interior cleaning is not necessary.2. Check the engine oil level. Engine Oil > INSPECTION&quo ...
Caution
EXHAUST(H4DO) > General DescriptionCAUTION• Prior to starting work, pay special attention to the following:1. Always wear work clothes, a work cap, and protective shoes. Additionally, wear a helmet, protective goggles, etc. if necessary.2. Protect the vehicle using a seat cover, fender cove ...
