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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:

Removal
MECHANICAL(H4DO) > Rocker CoverREMOVAL1. ROCKER COVER RHNOTE:When replacing a single part, perform the work with the engine assembly installed to body.1. When working on the vehicleNOTE:When working on the vehicle, perform the following steps also.(1) Remove the air cleaner case. Air Cleaner Cas ...

Engine oil pressure Inspection
MECHANICAL(H4DO) > Engine Oil PressureINSPECTION1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. NOTE">2. Remove the oil pressure switch. Oil Pressure Switch > REMOVAL">3. Install the oil pressure gauge to the chain cover.4. Connect the battery ground terminal. NOTE">5. ...

Adjustment
PARKING BRAKE > Parking Brake Assembly (Rear Disc Brake)ADJUSTMENT1. SHOE CLEARANCE1. Return the lever assembly - hand brake completely.2. Loosen the adjusting nut, and make the cable free.3. Remove the adjusting hole cover (A) from the rear disc rotor.4. Insert a flat tip screwdriver (b) into th ...

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