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Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: 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 cables, floor pan and fenders, and suspension.

Thoroughly flush the underbody and inside of the fenders with lukewarm or cold water at frequent intervals to reduce the harmful effects of such agents.

Mud and sand adhering to the underbody components may accelerate their corrosion.

After driving off-road or on muddy or sandy roads, wash the mud and sand off the underbody. Carefully flush the suspen-sion and axle parts, as they are particularly prone to mud and sand buildup. Do not use a sharp-edged tool to remove caked mud.

CAUTION

Washing
CAUTION When washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a result, the brake stopping distance will be longer. To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed while lightly depr ...

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 wa ...

Other materials:

Disassembly
SUNROOF/T-TOP/CONVERTIBLE TOP (SUNROOF) > Sunroof AssemblyDISASSEMBLY1. Remove the screw and remove the sunroof motor.2. Remove the stopper rubber and pull out the sunshade assembly from the rail assembly - sunroof.3. Disconnect the claws and then remove the drain holder.4. Remove the screw and p ...

Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if equipped)
The tire pressure monitoring system provides the driver with a warning message by sending a signal from a sensor that is installed in each wheel when tire pressure is severely low. The tire pressure monitoring system will activate only when the vehicle is driven. Also, this system may not rea ...

Removal
EMISSION CONTROL (AUX. EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES)(H4DO) > EGR Control ValveREMOVAL1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.2. Remove the clip (A) from the air intake boot.3. Loosen the clamp (B) connecting the air intake boot and air cleaner case (rear).4. Loosen the clamp (C) which connects th ...

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