service indicator SUBARU WRX 2018 User Guide

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CAUTION
.It is recommended that you dis-
connect the vehicle battery be-
fore replacing the brake pad.
However, it is dangerous to dis-
connect the vehicle battery. We
recommend that you have your
SUBARU dealer replace the brake
pad.
.If you continue to drive despite
the scraping noise from the audi-
ble brake pad wear indicator, it
will result in the need for costly
brake rotor repair or replace-
ment.&Breaking-in of new brake
pads (models with electronic
parking brake system)When replacing the brake pad, use only
genuine SUBARU parts. After replace-
ment, break in the new parts as follows.
!Brake pad
While maintaining a speed of 30 to 40 mph
(50 to 65 km/h), step on the brake pedal
lightly. Repeat this five or more times. Also,
apply and release the electronic parking
brake five or more times.
&Breaking-in of new brake
pads and linings (models
without electronic parking
brake system)When replacing the brake pad or lining,
use only genuine SUBARU parts. After
replacement, break in the new parts as
follows.
!Brake pad and lining
While maintaining a speed of 30 to 40 mph
(50 to 65 km/h), step on the brake pedal
lightly. Repeat this five or more times.
!Parking brake lining
1. Drive the vehicle at a speed of approxi-
mately 22 mph (35 km/h).
2. With the parking brake release button
pushed in, pull the parking brake lever
SLOWLY and GENTLY (pulling with a
force of approximately 33.7 lbf [150 N,
15.3 kgf]).
3. Drive the vehicle for approximately 220
yards (200 meters) in this condition.
4. Wait 5 to 10 minutes for the parking
brake to cool down. Repeat this proce-
dure.
5. Check the parking brake stroke. If the
parking brake stroke is out of the specified
range, adjust it by turning the adjusting nut
located on the parking brake lever.
Parking brake stroke:
7–8 notches / 45 lbf (200 N, 20.4 kgf)
WARNING
Select a safe location and situation
for break-in driving.
CAUTION
Pulling the parking brake lever too
forcefully may cause the rear wheels
to lock. To avoid this, be certain to
pull the lever up slowly and gently.
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NOTEThe suspension system is designed to
hold each wheel at a certain alignment
(relative to the other wheels and to the
road) for optimum straight-line stability
and cornering performance.&Wear indicators1) New tread
2) Worn tread
3) Tread wear indicatorEach tire incorporates a tread wear in-
dicator, which becomes visible when the
depth of the tread grooves decreases to
0.063 in (1.6 mm). Replace the tire when
the tread wear indicator appears as a solid
band across the tread.
WARNING
When a tire’s tread wear indicator
becomes visible, the tire is worn
beyond the acceptable limit and you
must replace it immediately. With a
tire in this condition, driving at high
speeds in wet weather can cause the
vehicle to hydroplane. The resulting
loss of vehicle control can lead to an
accident.NOTEFor safety, inspect tire tread regularly
and replace the tires before their tread
wear indicators become visible.
&Rotational direction of tiresExample of rotational direction marked on
the sidewall
1) FrontIf the tires have specific rotational direc-
tion, refer to the arrow marked on the side
wall.
The arrow should be pointing forward
when the wheels are fitted.
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Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels
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Alloy wheelsAlloy wheels can be scratched and da-
maged easily. Handle them carefully to
maintain their appearance, performance,
and safety.
.When any of the wheels are removed
and replaced for tire rotation or to change a
flat tire, always check the tightness of the
wheel nuts after driving approximately 600
miles (1,000 km). If any nut is loose,
tighten it to the specified torque.
.Never apply oil to the threaded parts,
wheel nuts, or tapered surface of the
wheel.
.Never let the wheel rub against sharp
protrusions or curbs.
.When wheel nuts, balance weights, or
the center cap is replaced, be sure to
replace them with genuine SUBARU parts
designed for alloy wheels.
Windshield washer fluid
CAUTION
Never use engine coolant as washer
fluid because it could cause paint
damage.Windshield washer fluid warning in-
dicator
When there is only a small amount of
washer fluid remaining, the windshield
washer fluid warning indicator will illumi-
nate. When this occurs, refill the washer
fluid as follows.
Remove the washer tank filler cap, then
add windshield washer fluid until it reaches
the“FULL”mark on the tank. 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.
Maintenance and service/Alloy wheels
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