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
- Be careful not to damage brake hoses, sensor harnesses, and other parts when washing suspension components.
- Be careful not to flush the engine bottom for a long time. It may cause damage of some electrical parts.
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:
Replacement
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION(TR580) > Extension Case Oil SealREPLACEMENTCAUTION:Immediately after the vehicle has been running or after idling for a long time, the CVTF will be hot. Be careful not to burn yourself.1. Lift up the vehicle.2. Remove the center exhaust pipe. Center Exhaust Pip ...
Phone volume settings
The call and ringtone volume can be
adjusted. A ringtone can be selected.
1. Display the "PHONE" screen. Refer to
"How to change the hands-free phone
system" F5-73.
2. Touch the key.
3. Select the desired item to be set.
On the "PHONE" screen, the screen
changes to the "Options" s ...
Caution
ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS)(H4DO) > General DescriptionCAUTION1. Airbag system wiring harness is routed near the ECM, main relay and fuel pump relay.CAUTION:• Do not use electrical test equipment on the airbag system circuits.• Be careful not to damage the airbag system wiring harness when s ...
