2017 SUBARU CROSSTREK Differential fluid

Driving tips/Off road driving
Off road driving
WARNING
.Always maintain a safe driving
speed according to the road and
weather conditions in order to
avoid having an accident on a
sharp turn, during sudden brak-
ing or under other similar condi-
tions.
.Always use the utmost care in
driving–overconfidence be-
cause you are driving an All-
Wheel Drive model could easily
lead to a serious accident.
CAUTION
Frequent driving of an AWD model
under hard-driving conditions such
as rough roads or off roads will
necessitate more frequent replace-
ment of the following items than that
specified in the maintenance sche-
dule described in the“Warranty and
Maintenance Booklet”.
.Engine oil
.Brake fluid
.Manual transmission oil (MTmodels)
.Continuously variable transmis-
sion fluid (CVT models)
.Front differential gear oil (CVT
models)
Remember that damage done to
your SUBARU while operating it
off-road and not using common
sense precautions such as those
listed here is not eligible for war-
ranty coverage.
Because of the AWD feature and higher
ground clearance, you can drive your
SUBARU on ordinary roads or off-road.
But please keep in mind that an AWD
SUBARU is a passenger car and is
neither a conventional off-road vehicle
nor an all-terrain vehicle. If you do take
your SUBARU off-road, certain common
sense precautions such as those in the
following list should be taken.
&Before driving
.Make certain that you and all of your
passengers are wearing seatbelts.
.Carry some emergency equipment,
such as a towing rope or chain, a shovel,
wheel blocks, first aid kit and cell phone or
citizens band radio.
.Secure all cargo carried inside thevehicle and make certain that it is not
piled higher than the seatbacks. During
sudden stops or jolts, unsecured cargo
could be thrown around in the vehicle and
cause injury. Do not pile heavy loads on
the roof. Those loads raise the vehicle’s
center of gravity and make it more prone
to tip over.
.Never equip your vehicle with tires
larger than those specified in this manual.
&During driving
General precautions:
.Drive carefully. Do not take unneces-
sary risks by driving in dangerous areas or
over rough terrain.
.Slow down and employ extra caution at
all times. When driving off-road, you will
not have the benefit of marked traffic
lanes, banked curves, traffic signs and
the like.
.Do not drive across steep slopes.
Instead, drive either straight up or straight
down the slopes. A vehicle can much
more easily tip over sideways than it can
end over end. Avoid driving straight up or
down slopes that are too steep.
.Avoid sharp turning maneuvers, espe-
cially at higher speeds.
.Do not grip the inside or spokes of the
steering wheel. A bad bump could jerk the
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Maintenance schedule....................................... 11-3
Maintenance precautions................................... 11-3
Before checking or servicing in the engine
compartment.................................................... 11-4
When checking or servicing in the engine
compartment.................................................... 11-4
When checking or servicing in the engine
compartment while the engine is running.......... 11-5
Engine hood....................................................... 11-5
Engine compartment overview.......................... 11-7
Engine oil............................................................ 11-8
Engine oil consumption...................................... 11-8
Checking the oil level......................................... 11-8
Changing the oil and oil filter.............................. 11-9
Recommended grade and viscosity.................. 11-10
Synthetic oil..................................................... 11-10
Cooling system................................................ 11-10
Safety precautions........................................... 11-10
Cooling fan, hose and connections................... 11-11
Engine coolant................................................. 11-11
Air cleaner element.......................................... 11-12
Replacing the air cleaner element..................... 11-13
Spark plugs...................................................... 11-14Recommended spark plugs.............................. 11-14
Drive belts........................................................ 11-14
Manual transmission oil.................................. 11-14
Recommended grade and viscosity.................. 11-14
Continuously variable transmission fluid....... 11-15
Front differential gear oil (CVT models) and
rear differential gear oil................................ 11-15
Recommended grade and viscosity.................. 11-15
Brake fluid........................................................ 11-15Checking the fluid level.................................... 11-15
Recommended brake fluid............................... 11-16
Clutch fluid (MT models)................................. 11-16Checking the fluid level.................................... 11-16
Recommended clutch fluid............................... 11-17
Brake booster.................................................. 11-17
Brake pedal...................................................... 11-18
Checking the brake pedal free play.................. 11-18
Checking the brake pedal reserve distance....... 11-18
Clutch pedal (MT models)............................... 11-18Checking the clutch function............................ 11-18
Checking the clutch pedal free play.................. 11-19
Hill start assist system.................................... 11-19
Replacement of brake pad and lining............ 11-19
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings....... 11-20
Parking brake stroke....................................... 11-20
Tires and wheels.............................................. 11-21
Types of tires................................................... 11-21
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if
equipped)...................................................... 11-21
Tire inspection................................................. 11-23
Tire pressures and wear.................................. 11-23
Wheel balance................................................. 11-25
Wear indicators............................................... 11-25
Tire rotation direction mark.............................. 11-26
Tire rotation..................................................... 11-26
Tire replacement.............................................. 11-26
Wheel replacement.......................................... 11-27
Maintenance and service
11

Continuously variable trans-
mission fluid
It is not necessary to check the transmis-
sion fluid level. Check that there are no
cracks, damage or leakage. However, the
fluid inspection should be performed
according to the maintenance schedule
in the“Warranty and Maintenance Book-
let”. Consult your SUBARU dealer for
details.
Front differential gear oil
(CVT models) and rear differ-
ential gear oil
It is not necessary to check the gear oil
level. Check that there are no cracks,
damage or leakage. However, the oil
inspection should be performed according
to the maintenance schedule in the
“Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”.
Consult your SUBARU dealer for details.
&Recommended grade and
viscosity
Each oil manufacturer has its own base
oils and additives. Never use different
brands together. For details, refer to
“Manual transmission, front differential
and rear differential gear oil”F12-6.
CAUTION
Using a differential gear oil other
than the specified oil may cause a
decline in vehicle performance.
Brake fluid
&Checking the fluid level
WARNING
.Never let brake fluid contact your
eyes because brake fluid can be
harmful to your eyes. If brake
fluid gets in your eyes, immedi-
ately flush them thoroughly with
clean water. For safety, when
performing this work, wearing
eye protection is advisable.
.Brake fluid absorbs moisture
from the air. Any absorbed moist-
ure can cause a dangerous loss
of braking performance.
.If the vehicle requires frequent
refilling, there may be a leak. If
you suspect a problem, have the
vehicle checked at your SUBARU
dealer.
CAUTION
.When adding brake fluid, be care-
ful not to allow any dirt into the
reservoir.
.Never splash the brake fluid over
painted surfaces or rubber parts.
Maintenance and service/Continuously variable transmission fluid
–CONTINUED–11-15

Specifications..................................................... 12-2
Dimensions........................................................ 12-2
Engine............................................................... 12-3
Fuel................................................................... 12-3
Engine oil.......................................................... 12-4
Manual transmission, front differential and rear
differential gear oil........................................... 12-6
Fluids................................................................ 12-7
Engine coolant................................................... 12-7
Electrical system................................................ 12-7
Tires.................................................................. 12-8Brake disc......................................................... 12-8Fuses and circuits............................................. 12-9
Fuse panel located in the passenger
compartment................................................... 12-9
Fuse panel located in the engine
compartment................................................. 12-11
Bulb chart......................................................... 12-13Safety precautions........................................... 12-13
Bulb chart....................................................... 12-14
Vehicle identification....................................... 12-16
Specifications
12

14-4Index
Interior.................................................................. 10-5
Ventilation grille..................................................... 4-11
Climate control system................................................. 4-3
Automatic................................................................ 4-7
Manual................................................................... 4-8
Clock................................................................ 3-37, 3-52
Clutch
Fluid.................................................................... 11-16
Pedal.................................................................. 11-18
Coat hook................................................................. 6-11
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)..................... 7-23
Fluid............................................................ 11-15, 12-7
Oil temperature warning light (AT OIL TEMP)............ 3-19
Coolant............................................................ 11-11, 12-7
Temperature high warning light................................ 3-17
Temperature low indicator light................................. 3-17
Cooling system......................................................... 11-10
Corrosion protection................................................... 10-4
Cruise control............................................................ 7-44
Indicator light......................................................... 3-31
Set indicator light................................................... 3-31
Cup holder.................................................................. 6-7
D
Daytime running light system....................................... 3-91
Defogger................................................................. 3-100
Defrosting................................................................. 4-11
Deicer.................................................................... 3-100
Differential gear oil
Front........................................................... 11-15, 12-6
Rear............................................................ 11-15, 12-6Dimensions................................................................ 12-2
Disarming the alarm system......................................... 2-30
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators........................ 7-31
Dome light......................................................... 6-2, 11-41
Door
Locks..................................................................... 2-5
Open warning light.................................................. 3-23
Drive belts............................................................... 11-14
Driving
AWD vehicles......................................................... 8-4
Car phone/cell phone.................................................. 7
Drinking..................................................................... 6
Drugs........................................................................ 7
Foreign countries..................................................... 8-4
Off road.................................................................. 8-6
Pets.......................................................................... 8
Snowy and icy roads............................................... 8-9
Tips ................................................. 7-23, 7-29, 8-2, 8-4
Tired or sleepy........................................................... 7
Winter.................................................................... 8-8
E
ECO gauge....................................................... 3-12, 3-48
Electrical system........................................................ 12-7
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system........... 7-33
Warning................................................................ 3-22
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)............................. 1-12
Engine
Compartment overview............................................ 11-7
Coolant....................................................... 11-11, 12-7
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)............................. 6, 8-2

Hood.................................................................... 11-5
Low oil level warning light....................................... 3-18
Oil................................................................ 11-8, 12-4
Overheating.......................................................... 9-12
Starting & stopping........................................... 7-9, 7-11
Event data recorder......................................................... 9
Exterior care.............................................................. 10-2
F
Flat tires..................................................................... 9-5
Floor mat.................................................................. 6-11
Fluid level
Brake.................................................................. 11-15
Clutch.................................................................. 11-16
Continuously variable transmission.......................... 11-15
Fog light
Bulb.......................................................... 11-38, 12-13
Indicator light......................................................... 3-31
Switch.................................................................. 3-93
Front
Differential gear oil........................................ 11-15, 12-6
Seatbelt pretensioners............................................ 1-20
Turn signal light.................................................... 11-38
Front seats.................................................................. 1-2
Forward and backward adjustment............................. 1-3
Head restraint adjustment......................................... 1-5
Reclining................................................................. 1-4
Seat height adjustment............................................. 1-4
Fuel........................................................................... 7-3
Consumption indicator............................................ 3-33
Consumption screen............................................... 3-48Economy hints........................................................ 8-2
Filler lid and cap...................................................... 7-4
Gauge................................................................... 3-12
Requirements................................................. 7-3, 12-3
Fuses..................................................................... 11-34
Fuses and circuits...................................................... 12-9
G
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ............................... 8-13
Glove box................................................................... 6-6
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)........................... 8-13
H
Hands-free phone system............................................ 5-70
Hazard warning flasher.......................................... 3-8, 9-2
Head restraint adjustment
Front seat............................................................... 1-5
Rear seat............................................................... 1-8
Headlight
Beam leveler.......................................................... 3-93
Bulb replacing...................................................... 11-36
Bulb wattage........................................................ 12-13
Control switch........................................................ 3-88
Flasher.................................................................. 3-91
Indicator light......................................................... 3-32
Welcome lighting function........................................ 3-89
HID headlights...................................................... 1, 11-36
High beam indicator light............................................. 3-31
High/low beam change (dimmer).................................. 3-90
Hill start assist................................................. 7-41, 11-19
OFF indicator light.................................................. 3-23
Index14-5

14-8Index
Periodic inspections..................................................... 8-4
Petrol fuel................................................................... 7-3
PIN Code Access...................................................... 2-20
Power
Door locking switch.................................................. 2-8
Outlets.................................................................... 6-8
Outside mirrors.................................................... 3-100
Steering................................................................ 7-29
Steering warning light............................................. 3-23
Windows............................................................... 2-34
Precautions against vehicle modification............... 1-24, 1-66
Preparing to drive........................................................ 7-8
Push-button
Ignition switch.......................................................... 3-6
Starting and stopping engine................................... 7-11
R
Rear
Combination lights................................................. 11-38
Differential gear oil........................................ 11-15, 12-6
Gate............................................................. 2-37, 9-18
Turn signal light.................................................... 11-38
Rear seat.................................................................... 1-7
Armrest................................................................... 1-8
Folding down......................................................... 1-10
Head restraint adjustment......................................... 1-8
Rear view camera...................................................... 6-15
How to adjust the rear view image........................... 5-25
Rear window
Defogger............................................................. 3-100
Wiper and washer switch........................................ 3-98Wiper blades........................................................ 11-31
Recommended
Brake fluid............................................................. 12-7
Continuously variable transmission fluid.................... 12-7
Engine oil.............................................................. 12-4
Front differential gear oil.......................................... 12-6
Rear differential gear oil.......................................... 12-6
Spark plugs........................................................... 12-7
Refueling.................................................................... 7-5
Remote engine start system........................................ 7-14
Remote keyless entry system...................................... 2-22
Replacement
Access key battery............................................... 11-42
Air cleaner element............................................... 11-13
Brake pad and lining............................................. 11-19
Lost transmitters (remote keyless entry system)......... 2-25
Remote keyless entry transmitter battery................. 11-43
Wiper blades........................................................ 11-29
Replacing bulbs............................................. 11-36, 12-13
Backup light......................................................... 11-38
Cargo area light................................................... 11-41
Dome light........................................................... 11-41
Front fog light....................................................... 11-38
Front turn signal light............................................ 11-38
Headlight.................................................... 11-36, 11-37
License plate light................................................. 11-40
Map light............................................................. 11-40
Parking light......................................................... 11-38
Rear combination light.......................................... 11-38
Rear side marker light........................................... 11-38
Rear turn signal light............................................. 11-38