SUBARU CROSSTREK 2018 Quick Guide

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Controls
Cruise Control
Increase Speed
Push up the “RES/SET” switch to
the “RES” side; hold until your vehicle
reaches the desired speed and
release. To increase speed using the
accelerator pedal, press the pedal
until you reach the desired speed.
Push down the “RES/SET” switch to
the “SET” side to set the speed.Decrease Speed
Push down the “RES/SET” switch to
the “SET” side; hold until your vehicle
slows to the desired speed and release.
To decrease the speed using the brake
pedal, press the pedal to release
cruise control temporarily. When the
speed decreases to the desired speed,
push down the “RES/SET” switch to
the “SET” side to set the speed.To activate the cruise control,
press the “
” button.
The indicator light on the
instrument panel will turn on.
To deactivate cruise control,
press the “
” button again.
Press the accelerator pedal until your
vehicle reaches the desired speed. Push
the switch to the “SET” side and release.
Ease off the accelerator pedal. Your
vehicle will maintain the desired speed. To cancel the cruise control,
push the brake pedal or press
the “CANCEL” button. If you
have a manual transmission, you
can push in the clutch pedal.
To resume your speed after
canceling, push the switch
to the “RES” side.
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While Operating
Paddle Shift Control Switches (if equipped)
• Temporary use: Even when the selector is in the
“D” (Drive) position, you can temporarily shift the
gear by pulling the “+” or “–” paddle shift control
switch. The transmission will automatically
switch back to Normal Mode.
• When the selector lever is in Manual Mode,
shift to the next higher gear by pulling the “+” paddle shift cont\
rol switch on the steering
wheel. Pull the “–” paddle shift control switch to shift into the next lower gear.
Manual Shifting Operation
Arrow-shaped lights in the center of the instrument panel show whether an u\
pshift is possible
and whether a downshift is possible.
Instrument Panel Switches (lower left)
Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for details on these switches.
1. Steering Responsive Headlights OFF switch
(if equipped)
2. Traction Mode/Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch
3. Blind Spot Detection/Rear Cross Traffic Alert OFF switch
(if equipped)
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Automatic Transmission Shift Mode
The automatic transmission gives you ultimate control with two different driving
modes: Normal Mode and Manual Mode.
Normal Mode
When the selector lever is in the “D” (Drive) position, the tran\
smission is in Normal
shift mode. The shift position indicator on the instrument panel shows “\
D”, and the
transmission automatically shifts into a suitable forward gear.
Manual Mode
In Manual Mode, you select the desired gear position to obtain necessary
acceleration and engine braking. Moving the selector lever left into the\
manual gate
1 from the “D” (Drive) position causes the transmission to change in\
to Manual
Mode. To shift, use the paddle shift control switches. The shift position indicator
shows the selected gear position.
X-MODE® (if equipped)
X-MODE® is the
integrated control system
of the engine, AWD
and Vehicle Dynamics
Control system. Press
the X-MODE button to
activate. Press it again to
deactivate. Please refer to
your Owner’s Manual for
operational parameters and
details about this feature.
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Safety/In Case of Emergency
Child Restraint System
For maximum safety, first carefully read the LATCH system instructions from the device
manufacturer, as well as the installation instructions in your Owner’s Manual, to properly install
the LATCH compatible restraint system. Use the appropriate seatbelts or anchorages provided
in your vehicle. Children age 12 and under must properly occupy the rear seat at all times.
Child Safety Locks
The child safety locks are located on the inside edges of the rear doors. In the locked
position, the rear doors can only be opened from the outside.
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Location of Spare Tire
and Jack
A jack handle is stored under the
floor of the cargo area. A jack and
a towing hook are stored in the tool
bucket in the center of the spare
tire. Also, a tool bag that contains a
wheel nut wrench and a screwdriver
is equipped with the vehicle.
Emergency Towing Your
All-Wheel Drive Vehicle
Since Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel
Drive distributes engine power to
all four wheels, improper towing
will severely damage your AWD
system. A flatbed truck is the only
recommended way to properly
transport your AWD vehicle. If
towing is necessary, it is best
done by your Subaru Retailer or a
commercial towing service.
Subaru Roadside
Assistance
Subaru Roadside Assistance is
free and standard on every 2018
Subaru vehicle. Coverage is
automatic; there are no forms
to complete. Subaru Roadside
Assistance is available anytime
during the 3-year/36,000-mile
Subaru Limited Warranty, whichever
comes first.* A Subaru Roadside
Assistance decal has been affixed
to the driver’s door window.
Subaru Roadside Assistance:
1-800-261-2155
Exclusions
Specifically excluded from Subaru
Roadside Assistance coverage are
service requests or claims resulting
from: accidents, vandalism, acts of
God, violation of any laws, misuse and
abuse, or vehicle modifications not
recommended by the manufacturer.
*See your Retailer for details.
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Additional Information
Fuel
• Use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. Consult the
Owner’s Manual for more detailed information.
Fuel Capacity
• 16.6 US gal (63 liters, 13.9 Imp gal)
• When the low fuel indicator light is displayed on the instrument panel, \
approximately
2.5 US gal (9.5 liters, 2.1 Imp gal) of fuel remain.
• If you have recently fueled your vehicle, the Check Engine light on the instrument pa\
nel
may stay on due to a missing or loose fuel filler cap (the cap should\
be tightened until a
click is heard).
Fuel Filler Lid Release
The fuel filler lid release is located on the floor to the left of the
driver’s seat. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the fuel filler lever up
and release.
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Engine Oil
Use only the following oils:
• ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mar\
k
(Starburst mark).
• Or API classification SN with the words “RESOURCE CONSERVING.”
- Use 0W-20 synthetic, replacement interval 6,000 miles under normal
driving conditions. No requirement at the first 3,000 miles.
Engine Oil Capacity
• 4.7 US qt (4.4 liters, 3.9 Imp qt)
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Engine Compartment
Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for more information.
2.0i Engine
1. Brake Fluid Reservoir
2. Main Fuse Box
3. Battery
4. Windshield Washer Tank
5. Radiator Cap 6.
Engine Oil Filler Cap
7. Engine Coolant Reservoir
8. Engine Oil Filter
9. Engine Oil Dipstick
10. Air Cleaner Element
1
9
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7
10
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