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:
Disassembly
REAR SUSPENSION > Rear Shock AbsorberDISASSEMBLY1. Using a coil spring compressor, compress the coil spring.2. Using a hexagon wrench to prevent the shock absorber piston rod from turning, remove the self-locking nut with ST.CAUTION:When installing the coil spring compressor to the coil spring, f ...
Installation
HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C) > Blower Motor Unit AssemblyINSTALLATIONCAUTION:• Before handling the airbag system components, refer to “CAUTION” of “General Description” in “AIRBAG SYSTEM”. General Description > CAUTION">• Aft ...
Inspection
MECHANICAL(H4DO) > V-beltINSPECTION1. Check the V-belt for cracks, tear or wear.2. Check the V-belt tensioner assembly and idler pulley for deformation, cracks or other damages.3. Check that the V-belt ribs are securely placed on the rib grooves for each pulley.4. Check that the V-belt tensioner ...
