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:
Selecting audible signal operation
The Subaru Ascent provides audible confirmation (electronic chirps) when locking
or unlocking the vehicle. This feature can be customized or disabled through the
center information display according to user preference.
Additionally, the volume level of the Subaru Ascent audible signal can be ad ...
Replacement
CLUTCH SYSTEM > Clutch FluidREPLACEMENTCAUTION:• Be careful not to spill the brake fluid. Brake fluid spilled on the vehicle body will harm the paint surface; wash it off with water and wipe clean quickly if spilled.• Use new FMVSS No. 116 DOT3 or DOT4.• Cover the air bleeder wi ...
Weight
SPECIFICATIONS > CrosstrekWEIGHTModel5 door2.0 L DOHC non-turbo2.0 i5MTCVTOP codeU5C5U5C53A3A3A3ACurb weight (C.W.)Totalkg(lb)1,410(3,109)1,410(3,109)1,445(3,186)1,445(3,186)Frontkg(lb)825(1,819)825(1,819)865(1,907)865(1,907)Rearkg(lb)585(1,290)585(1,290)580(1,279)580(1,279)Gross vehicle weight ( ...
