2018 SUBARU WRX maintenance

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1) Metal spines2. If the new blade rubber is not provided
with two metal spines, remove the metal
spines from the old blade rubber and install
them in the new blade rubber.3. Align the claws of the metal supportwith the grooves in the rubber and slide the
blade rubber assembly into the metal
support until it locks.
1) Stopper4. Be sure to position the claws at the end
of the metal support between the stoppers
on the rubber as shown. If the rubber is not
retained properly, the wiper blade may
scratch the windshield.
Battery
WARNING
.Before beginning work on or near
any battery, be sure to extinguish
all cigarettes, matches, and light-
ers. Never expose a battery to an
open flame or electric sparks.
Batteries give off a gas which is
highly flammable and explosive.
.For safety, in case an explosion
does occur, wear eye protection
or shield your eyes when working
near any battery. Never lean over
a battery.
.Do not let battery fluid contact
eyes, skin, fabrics, or paint be-
cause battery fluid is a corrosive
acid. If battery fluid gets on your
skin or in your eyes, immediately
flush the area with water thor-
oughly. Seek medical help imme-
diately if acid has entered the
eyes.
If battery fluid is accidentally
swallowed, immediately drink a
large amount of milk or water,
and seek medical attention im-
mediately.
.To lessen the risk of sparks,
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remove rings, metal watchbands,
and other metal jewelry. Never
allow metal tools to contact the
positive battery terminal and any-
thing connected to it WHILE you
are at the same time in contact
with any other metallic portion of
the vehicle because a short cir-
cuit will result.
.Keep everyone including children
away from the battery.
.Charge the battery in a well-
ventilated area.
.Battery posts, terminals and re-
lated accessories contain lead
and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California
to cause cancer and reproductive
harm. Batteries also contain
other chemicals known to the
State of California to cause can-
cer.
Wash hands after handling
.
1) Cap
2) Upper level
3) Lower levelIt is unnecessary to periodically check the
battery fluid level or periodically refill with
distilled water.
However, if the battery fluid level is below
the lower level, remove the cap. Fill to the
upper level with distilled water.
CAUTION
Never use more than 10 amperes
when charging the battery because
it will shorten battery life.
Fuses
CAUTION
Never replace a fuse with one having
a higher rating or with material other
than a fuse because serious damage
or a fire could result.
The fuses are designed to melt during an
overload to prevent damage to the wiring
harness and electrical equipment. The
fuses are located in two fuse boxes.One is located under the instrument panel
behind the fuse box cover on the driver’s
seat side. To remove the cover, pull it out.
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1) Spare fusesThe other one (main fuse box) is housed in
the engine compartment. Also, the spare
fuses are stored in the fuse box cover.The fuse puller is stored in the main fuse
box in the engine compartment.
1) Good
2) BlownIf any lights, accessories or other electrical
controls do not operate, inspect the corre-
sponding fuse. If a fuse has blown, replace
it.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the“LOCK”/
“OFF”position and turn off all electrical
accessories.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Determine which fuse may be blown.
Look at the back side of each fuse box
cover and refer to“Fuses and circuits”
F12-10.
4. Pull out the fuse with the fuse puller.
5. Inspect the fuse. If it has blown,
replace it with a spare fuse of the same
rating.
6. If the same fuse blows again, this
indicates that its system has a problem.
Contact your SUBARU dealer for repairs.
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Installation of accessoriesAlways consult your SUBARU dealer
before installing fog lights or any other
electrical equipment in your vehicle. Such
accessories may cause the electronic
system to malfunction if they are incor-
rectly installed or if they are not suited for
the vehicle.
Replacing bulbs
WARNING
Bulbs may become very hot while
illuminated. Before replacing bulbs,
turn off the lights and wait until the
bulbs cool down. Otherwise, there is
a risk of sustaining a burn injury.
CAUTION
.Replace any bulb only with a new
bulb of the specified wattage.
Using a bulb of different wattage
could result in a fire. For the
specified wattage of each bulb,
refer to“Bulb chart”F12-14.
.Do not touch the glass portion of
the light bulb with bare hands.
When holding the glass portion is
unavoidable, hold it using with a
clean dry cloth to avoid getting
moisture and grease on the bulb.
Ifthereisanyfingerprintsor
grease on the bulb surface, wipe
them away with a soft cloth
moistened with alcohol. Also, if
the bulb is scratched or dropped,
it may blow out or crack.
&Headlights (models with LED
headlights)The LED headlight warning light illumi-
nates if the LED headlights malfunction.
Have your vehicle inspected at a SUBARU
dealer as soon as possible.&High beam headlight (models
without LED headlights)
NOTE.If headlight aiming is required, con-
sult your SUBARU dealer for proper
adjustment of the headlight aim.
.It may be difficult to replace the
bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your
SUBARU dealer if necessary.
Perform the following steps to replace the
bulbs.
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Left-hand side1.Left-hand side:Use a screwdriver to
remove the secured clip of the washer
tank. To make it easy to access the bulb,
turn the neck of the washer fluid filler pipe
as illustrated.
Right-hand sideRight-hand side:Use a screwdriver to
undo the clips on the air intake duct, then
remove the air intake duct.2. Disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb as pushing the tab.
Left-hand sideRight-hand side3.Left-hand side:Remove the bulb from
the headlight assembly by turning it
counterclockwise.
Right-hand side:Remove the bulb from
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the headlight assembly by turning it clock-
wise.
4. Replace the bulb with a new one. At
this time, use care not to touch the bulb
surface.
5. To install the bulb to the headlight
assembly, turn it to the reverse direction
until it clicks.
6. Reconnect the electrical connector.
7.Left-hand side:Set the washer fluid
filler pipe to the original place and secure it
by a clip.
Right-hand side:Install the air intake duct
with clips.&Low beam headlight*, front
side marker light, parking
light* and front turn signal
light**: models without LED headlightsNOTE.If headlight aiming is required, con-
sult your SUBARU dealer for proper
adjustment of the headlight aim.
.It may be difficult to replace the
bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your
SUBARU dealer if necessary.
1. Start the engine and turn the steering
wheel fully in the opposite direction of the
bulb to be replaced.2. Stop the engine.
3. Remove the clips from the mud guard.4. Pull off the mud guard.!Low beam headlight
1. Disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb as pushing the tab.
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2. Remove the bulb from the headlight
assembly by turning it counterclockwise.
3. Replace the bulb with a new one. At
this time, use care not to touch the bulb
surface.
4. To install the bulb to the headlight
assembly, turn it clockwise until it clicks.
5. Reconnect the electrical connector.
6. Reattach the mud guard.!Front side marker light, parking light
and front turn signal light
1) Front side marker light
2) Parking light
3) Front turn signal light1. Turn the socket counterclockwise and
pull it out.
2. Pull out the bulb from the socket and
replace the bulb with a new one.
3. After replacing the bulb, reattach the
mud guard.
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&Front turn signal light (mod-
els with LED headlights)Left-hand side1.Left-hand side:Use a screwdriver to
remove the secured clip of the washer
tank. To make it easy to access the bulb,turn the neck of the washer fluid filler pipe
as illustrated.
Right-hand sideRight-hand side:Use a screwdriver to
undo the clips on the air intake duct, then
remove the air intake duct.
2. Remove the bulb from the headlight
assembly by turning it counterclockwise.
3. Replace the bulb with a new one. At
this time, use care not to touch the bulb
surface.
4. To install the bulb to the headlight
assembly, turn it clockwise until it clicks.
5.Left-hand side:Set the washer fluid
filler pipe to the original place and secure it
with a clip.
Right-hand side:Install the air intake duct
with clips.&Front fog light (models with
the LED front fog light)Have the front fog light assembly checked
by your SUBARU dealer.
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