Subaru Crosstrek (2019 year). Manual — part 27

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Windshield washer fluid

Windshield washer fluid warning light
(type A)

Windshield washer fluid warning light
(type B)

When there is only a small amount of
washer fluid remaining, the windshield
washer fluid warning light will illuminate.
When this occurs, refill the washer fluid.

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Adding the windshield
washer fluid

CAUTION

Never use engine coolant as washer
fluid because it could cause paint
damage.

Remove the washer tank filler cap, then
add windshield washer fluid.

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Windshield washer fluid

Use windshield washer fluid. If windshield
washer fluid is unavailable use clean
water.
In areas where water freezes in winter, use
an anti-freeze type windshield washer
fluid. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid
contains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5%
surfactant, by volume. Its freezing tem-
perature varies according to how much it is
diluted, as indicated in the following table.

Washer Fluid

Concentration

Freezing

Temperature

30%

10.48F (−128C)

50%

−48F (−208C)

100%

−498F (−458C)

In order to prevent freezing of washer fluid,
check the freezing temperatures in the
table above when adjusting the fluid
concentration to the outside temperature.
If you fill the reservoir tank with a fluid with
a different concentration from the one
used previously, purge the old fluid from
the piping between the reservoir tank and
washer nozzles by operating the washer
for a certain period of time. Otherwise, if
the concentration of the fluid remaining in
the piping is too low for the outside
temperature, it may freeze and block the

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nozzles.

CAUTION

.

Adjust the washer fluid concen-

tration appropriately for the out-
side temperature. If the concen-
tration is inappropriate, sprayed
washer fluid may freeze on the
windshield and obstruct your
view, and the fluid may freeze in
the reservoir tank.

.

State or local regulations on

volatile organic compounds may
restrict the use of methanol, a
common windshield washer anti-
freeze additive. Washer fluids
containing non-methanol anti-
freeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather
protection without damaging
your vehicle’s paint, wiper blades
or washer system.

Replacement of wiper blades

Grease, wax, insects, or other material on
the windshield or the wiper blade results in
jerky wiper operation and streaking on the
glass. If you cannot remove the streaks
after operating the windshield washer or if
the wiper operation is jerky, clean the outer
surface of the windshield (or rear window)
and the wiper blades using a sponge or
soft cloth with a neutral detergent or mild-
abrasive cleaner. After cleaning, rinse the
windshield and wiper blades with clean
water. The windshield is clean if beads do
not form when you rinse the windshield
with water.

CAUTION

.

Do not clean the wiper blades

with gasoline or a solvent, such
as paint thinner or benzine. This
will cause deterioration of the
wiper blades.

.

While removing the wiper blades

from the wiper arms, do not
return the wiper arms to the
original positions. Otherwise,
the windshield surface may be
scratched.

.

When returning the raised wiper

arms to the original positions,

carefully return the wiper arms on
the windshield by hand. You
should not return the wiper arms
to the windshield only by the
return spring. Otherwise, the wi-
per arms may be deformed and/or
the windshield surface may be
scratched.

If you cannot eliminate the streaking even
after following this method, replace the
wiper blades using the following proce-
dures.

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Windshield wiper blade as-
sembly

1. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield.

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CAUTION

Hold the wiper arm when replacing
the wiper blade. Holding the wiper
blade, may result in blade deforma-
tion.

1)

Lock knob

2. Hold the wiper blade connection by
hand, push the lock knob to release the
lock, and then pull out the wiper blade
assembly.

NOTE

Do not use a hard object to push the
lock knob. The lock knob may be
scratched.

3. When installing the wiper blade as-
sembly, align it with the wiper arm connec-
tion part and then slide it in the opposite
direction of removal to install. After instal-
ling the wiper blade assembly, check that
the connection part is locked completely.
4. Hold the wiper arm by hand and slowly
lower it in position.

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Window wiper blade rubber

Replace the wiper blade rubber according
to the following procedure.
1. Pull the wiper blade rubber until the slit
on the underside of the wiper blade is in
the removal position, as shown in the

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illustration, so that it can be removed.
2. Pull the end of the wiper blade rubber
through the slit to remove it.
3. To install a new wiper blade rubber,
perform the removal procedure in the
reverse order. After installation, check that
the tip of the wiper rubber has reached the
end of the cap.

NOTE

It may be difficult to perform the wiper
blade rubber replacement. We recom-
mend that you contact your SUBARU
dealer for wiper blade rubber replace-
ment if necessary.

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Rear window wiper blade as-
sembly

1. Raise the wiper arm off the rear
window.

2. Turn the wiper blade assembly coun-
terclockwise.

3. Pull the wiper blade assembly toward
you to remove it from the wiper arm.
4. Install the wiper blade assembly to the
wiper arm. Make sure that it locks in place.
5. Hold the wiper arm by hand and slowly
lower it in position.

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Rear window wiper blade
rubber

1. Pull out the end of the blade rubber
assembly to unlock it from the plastic
support.

2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of
the plastic support.

1)

Metal spines

3. 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.

4. Align the claws of the plastic support
with the grooves in the blade rubber
assembly, then slide the blade rubber
assembly into place.

Securely retain both ends of the rubber
with the stoppers on the plastic support

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ends. If the rubber is not retained properly,
the wiper may scratch the rear window
glass.
5. Install the wiper blade assembly to the
wiper arm. Make sure that it locks in place.
6. Hold the wiper arm by hand and slowly
lower it in position.

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,

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

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1)

Cap

2)

Upper level

3)

Lower level

It 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.

For “SUBARU STARLINK Safety and
Security” without navigation system:
When the vehicle battery is discharged or

replaced, certain internal settings can be
restored only by pairing the vehicle to a
smartphone via Bluetooth, or by visiting a
SUBARU dealer. Until those internal set-
tings are restored, certain convenience
features, including the “Service Appoint-
ment Scheduler,” may be unavailable.

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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Spare fuses

The 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.

Pinch the upper part of the fuse puller
when removing it from the main fuse box.

1)

Good

2)

Blown

If 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 accessories

Always 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.

NOTE

For models with type B combination
meter, if SRH is malfunctioning, the
SRH OFF indicator appears on the
combination meter when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position. It
indicates that SRH has been deacti-
vated. Contact a SUBARU dealer for an
inspection.

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Headlights (models with LED
headlights)

LED headlight warning light (type B)

The LED headlight warning light illumi-
nates if the LED headlights malfunction.
Have your vehicle inspected at a SUBARU
dealer as soon as possible.

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Headlights (models with ha-
logen headlights)

CAUTION

Halogen headlight bulbs become
very hot while in use. If you touch
the bulb surface with bare hands or
greasy gloves, fingerprints or
grease on the bulb surface will
develop into hot spots, causing the
bulb to break. If there are finger
prints or grease on the bulb surface,
wipe them away with a soft cloth
moistened with alcohol.

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.

Right-hand side

1. Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on
the air intake duct, then remove the air
intake duct.

Left-hand side

2. 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.

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1)

Low beam bulb

2)

High beam bulb

3. Disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb and remove the bulb from
the headlight assembly by turning it
counterclockwise.
4. Replace the bulb with new one. At this
time, use care not to touch the bulb
surface.
5. To install the bulb to the headlight
assembly, turn it clockwise until it clicks.
6. Reconnect the electrical connector.
7. Install the air intake duct with clips
(right-hand side).
8. Set the washer fluid filler pipe to the
original place and secure it by clip (left-
hand side).

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Front turn signal light

It may be difficult to replace the bulbs.
Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU
dealer if necessary.

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Parking light

It may be difficult to replace the bulbs.
Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU
dealer if necessary.

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Front fog light (if equipped)

It may be difficult to replace the bulbs.
Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU
dealer if necessary.

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Rear combination lights

1. Remove the covers.

2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove
the upper and lower screws that secure the
rear combination light assembly.

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3. Slide the rear combination light as-
sembly rearward and remove it from the
vehicle.

1)

Tail light

2)

Rear side marker light

3)

Rear turn signal light

4. Remove the bulb socket from the rear
combination light assembly by turning it
counterclockwise.
5. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and
replace it with a new one.
6. Set the bulb socket into the rear
combination light assembly and turn it
clockwise until it locks.

1)

Guide pins

2)

Catch

3)

Clip

7. Put the rear combination light assem-
bly into place while aligning the 2 guide
pins and a catch with the guide holes and a
clip on the vehicle.

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8. Tighten the upper and lower screws.
9. Reinstall the covers.

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Backup light

1. Apply a flat-head screwdriver to the
light cover as shown in the illustration, and
pry the light cover off from the rear gate
trim.

2. For left side light, turn the bulb socket
clockwise and remove it.
For right side light, turn the bulb socket
counterclockwise and remove it.

3. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and
replace it with a new one.

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4. Install the bulb socket by turning it
clockwise.
5. Install the light cover on the rear gate.

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License plate light

1. The license plate lights must be
pushed outwards, and then pulled out to
be removed.

2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise
and pull out the socket.
3. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
4. Install a new bulb.
5. Reinstall the bulb socket and the
license plate light cover.

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Map light

CAUTION

Replacing the bulb could cause
burns since the bulb may be very
hot. Have the bulb replaced by your
SUBARU dealer.

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Vanity mirror light (if
equipped)

CAUTION

Replacing the bulb could cause
burns since the bulb may be very
hot. Have the bulb replaced by your
SUBARU dealer.

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Dome light and cargo area
light

Dome light

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Cargo area light

1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of
the lens with a flat-head screwdriver.
2. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
3. Install a new bulb.
4. Reinstall the lens.

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Other bulbs

It may be difficult to replace the bulbs.
Have the bulbs replaced by your
SUBARU dealer if necessary.

Replacing key battery

The access key fob/transmitter battery
may be discharged under the following
conditions.
.

The operation of the keyless access

function is unstable
.

The operating distance of the remote

keyless entry system is unstable
.

The transmitter does not operate prop-

erly when used within the standard dis-
tance

Replace the battery with a new one.

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Safety precautions

CAUTION

.

Do not let dust, oil or water get on

or in the access key fob/transmit-
ter when replacing battery.

.

Before replacing the battery, re-

move any static electricity.

.

Be careful not to touch or damage

the printed circuit board in the
access key fob/transmitter when
replacing the battery.

.

Be careful not to allow children to

touch the battery and any re-
moved parts; children could

swallow them.

.

There is a danger of an explosion

if the battery is incorrectly re-
placed. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type of the
battery.

.

Batteries should not be exposed

to excessive heat such as bright
sunlight, fire or the like.

NOTE

.

Replace only with the same or

equivalent type of battery recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
.

Dispose of used batteries according

to local laws.
.

Mount the battery in the correct

orientation to prevent fluid leakage.
Be careful not to bend the terminals. It
may result in a malfunction.
.

It is recommended that the battery

be replaced by a SUBARU dealer.
.

Use a new battery.

.

After replacing the battery, confirm

that the transmitter functions properly.

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Replacing battery of access
key fob

CAUTION

When removing or reinstalling the
access key fob cover, make sure that
the plastic part does not come off or
become misaligned.

Battery: Button battery CR2032 or
equivalent

1)

Release button

2)

Emergency key

1. Take out the emergency key.

2. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl
tape or a cloth, and insert it in the gap to
remove the cover.

3. Take out the battery using a flat-head
screwdriver with vinyl tape or a cloth.

4. Insert a new battery with its positive (+)
side facing upward as shown in the figure.

5. Attach the cover to the access key fob
by fitting the projections and recesses
together.

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