Subaru Crosstrek Owners Manual: Wheel replacement
When replacing wheels due, for example, to damage, make sure the replacement wheels match the specifications of the wheels that are fitted as standard equipment.
Replacement wheels are available from SUBARU dealers.
WARNING
Use only those wheels that are specified for your vehicle. Wheels not meeting specifications could interfere with brake caliper operation and may cause the tires to rub against the wheel well housing during turns. The resulting loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident.
NOTE
When any of the wheels are removed and replaced for tire rotation or for any other reason, always check the tightness of the wheel nuts after driving approximately 600 miles (1,000 km). If any nut is loose, tighten it to the specified torque.
Tire replacement
The wheels and tires are important and
integral parts of your vehicle's design;
they cannot be changed arbitrarily. The
tires fitted as standard equipment are
optimally matched to the characterist ...
Aluminum wheels
Aluminum wheels can be scratched and
damaged easily. Handle them carefully to
maintain their appearance, performance,
and safety.
When any of the wheels are removed
and replaced for tire rota ...
Other materials:
Inspection
DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM > Rear Hub Unit BearingINSPECTION1. Moving the rear tire up and down by hand, check there is no looseness in bearing, and check the wheel rotates smoothly.CAUTION:If there is unsmooth sliding operation or abnormal noise in the bearing, replace the rear hub unit bearing.2. Inspe ...
Disassembly
EMISSION CONTROL (AUX. EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES)(H4DO) > Drain SeparatorDISASSEMBLY1. Disconnect the drain tube (A) from the leak check valve assembly.NOTE:Disconnect the quick connector as shown in the figure.2. Lift up the claw (B) of the drain separator and slide the drain separator in the dir ...
Fastening the seatbelt
Front seatbelts
1. Adjust the seating position in the Subaru Ascent according to the following
guidelines.
Driver's seat: Set the seatback to an upright position and move the seat as far
back from the steering wheel as possible while maintaining full control of the vehicle.
Front passenge ...
