2014 SUBARU TRIBECA wiper blades

side temperature. If the concen-tration is inappropriate, sprayedwasher fluid may freeze on thewindshield and obstruct yourview, and the fluid may freeze inthe reservoir tank.
.State or local regulations onvolatileorganic compounds mayrestrict the use of methanol, acommon windshield washer anti-freeze additive. Washer fluidscontaining non-methanol anti-freeze agents should be usedonly if they provide cold weatherprotection without damagingyour vehicle’s paint, wiper bladesor washer system.
Replacement of wiper blades
Grease, wax, insects, or other materialson the windshield or the wiper bladeresults in jerky wiper operation and streak-ing on the glass. If you cannot remove thestreaks after operating the windshieldwasher or if the wiper operation is jerky,clean the outer surface of the windshield(or rear window) and the wiper bladesusing a sponge or soft cloth with a neutraldetergent or mild abrasive cleaner. Aftercleaning,rinse the windshield and wiperblades with clean water. The windshield isclean if beads do not form when you rinsethe windshield with water.
CAUTION
.Do not clean the wiper bladeswith gasoline or a solvent, suchas paint thinner or benzine. Thiswill cause deterioration of thewiper blades.
.When you wish to raise thepassenger-side wiper arm, firstraise the driver-side wiper arm.Otherwise, the passenger-sidewiper assembly and driver-sidewiper assembly will touch eachother, possibly resulting inscratches.
.While removing the wiper bladesfrom the wiper arms, do notreturn the wiper arms to theoriginal positions. Otherwise,the windshield surface may bescratched.
.When returning the raised wiperarms to the original positions,carefully return the wiper armson the windshield while support-ing them with your hands. Youshould not return the wiper armsto the windshield only by thereturn spring. Otherwise, the wi-per arms may be deformed and/or the windshield surface may bescratched.
.Return the passenger-side wiperarm to its original position beforereturning the driver-side wiperarm to its original position.Otherwise, the passenger-sidewiper assembly and driver-sidewiper assembly will touch eachother, possibly resulting inscratches.
If you cannot eliminate the streaking evenafter following this method, replace thewiperblades using the following proce-dures. Be sure to use genuine SUBARUwiper blade rubbers as replacements.
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Wiper blades........................................................ 11-31RecommendedAutomatic transmission fluid.................................... 12-7Brake fluid............................................................. 12-7Engine oil.............................................................. 12-4Front differential gear oil......................................... 12-6Manual transmission oil.......................................... 12-6Power steering fluid................................................ 12-7Rear differential gear oil.......................................... 12-6Spark plugs........................................................... 12-7Refueling.................................................................... 7-3Remote engine start system.......................................... 7-8Remote keyless entry system........................................ 2-8ReplacementBrake pad and lining............................................. 11-19Wiper blades........................................................ 11-29ReplacingAir cleaner element............................................... 11-12Battery (remote keyless entry system)...................... 2-11Lost transmitters (remote keyless entry system) ......... 2-12Replacing bulbs.............................................. 11-36, 12-12Backup light......................................................... 11-40Cargo area light.................................................... 11-44Dome light........................................................... 11-42Door step light...................................................... 11-43Frontfog light....................................................... 11-39Front turn signal light............................................. 11-39Headlight............................................................. 11-36License plate light................................................. 11-41Map light.............................................................. 11-43Parking light......................................................... 11-38
Rear combination light.......................................... 11-39Rear gate light..................................................... 11-41Rear turn signal light............................................. 11-39Stop light............................................................. 11-39Tail light............................................................... 11-39Vanity mirror light.................................................. 11-43Rocking the vehicle.................................................... 8-11Roof molding and crossbar.......................................... 8-17Roof rail and crossbar................................................. 8-14
SSafetyPrecautions when driving............................................. 5Symbol...................................................................... 2Warnings................................................................... 2SeatFabric................................................................... 10-5Front...................................................................... 1-2Heater.................................................................... 1-7Memory function...................................................... 1-4Power.................................................................... 1-3Second-row............................................................ 1-8Third-row............................................................... 1-13Seatbelt................................................................. 5, 1-17Fastening.............................................................. 1-18Maintenance.......................................................... 1-26Pretensioners......................................................... 1-27Safety tips............................................................. 1-17Warning light and chime.......................................... 3-10Second-row seats........................................................ 1-8Armrest................................................................. 1-13

Rear differential oil temperature............................... 3-13Seatbelt........................................................ 1-18, 3-10SRS airbag system................................................ 3-11Vehicle Dynamics Control............................... 3-18, 3-19Windshield washer fluid.......................................... 3-17Warranties..................................................................... 1Warranties and maintenance....................................... 8-21Washing................................................................... 10-2Waxing and polishing................................................. 10-3Wear indicators......................................................... 11-25WheelAluminum............................................................. 11-27Balance............................................................... 11-25Nut tightening torque.............................................. 12-8Replacement........................................................ 11-27Windows................................................................... 2-21WindshieldWasher fluid......................................................... 11-28Wiper and washer switches..................................... 3-34Wiper blades........................................................ 11-30Wiper deicer.......................................................... 3-36WinterDriving.................................................................... 8-8Tires............................................................ 8-10, 11-21Wiper and washer...................................................... 3-33Wiper deicer.............................................................. 3-36
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