Cleaning the interior
Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate control panel, audio equipment, instru- ment panel, center console, combination meter panel, and switches. (Do not use organic solvents.)
Remove loose dirt, dust or debris with a vacuum cleaner. If the dirt is caked on the fabric or hard to remove with a vacuum cleaner, use a soft brush then vacuum it.
Wipe the fabric surface with a tightly wrung cloth and dry the seat fabric thoroughly. If the fabric is still dirty, wipe using a solution of mild soap and lukewarm water then dry thoroughly.
If the stain does not come out, try a commercially-available fabric cleaner. Use the cleaner on a hidden place and
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make sure it does not affect the fabric adversely. Use the cleaner according to its instructions.
The leather used by SUBARU is a high quality natural product which will retain its distinctive appearance and feel for many years with proper care.
Allowing dust or road dirt to build up on the surface can cause leather to become brittle and wear prematurely. To maintain its resiliency, leather should be cleaned monthly or whenever it becomes soiled.
Before cleaning leather upholstery, va- cuum it to remove dust. Use a soft and lint-free cloth dampened with lukewarm water and mild soap, taking care not to soak the leather or allow water to pene- trate the stitched seams. Use a gentle circular motion while cleaning the leather - do not rub or apply extreme pressure. Wipe the leather again with another clean,
slightly damp cloth to remove soap residue and dry with a soft cloth.
Minor surface blemishes or difficult dirt spots may be treated with a commercial leather spray. Never use alcohol, cleaning solvents, leather oils, varnishes or polishes on your leather as it will dry out the leather finish.
If your SUBARU is to be parked for a long time in bright sunlight, it is recommended that the seats and headrests be covered, or the windows shaded, to prevent fading or shrinkage.
You will discover that each leather seat section will develop soft folds or wrinkles, which is characteristic of genuine leather.
The synthetic leather material used on the SUBARU may be cleaned using mild soap or detergent and water, after first vacuum- ing or brushing away loose dirt. Allow the soap to soak in for a few minutes and wipe off with a clean, damp cloth. Commercial foam-type cleaners suitable for synthetic leather materials may be used when necessary.
The water repellency of the seat fabric will decrease over time. Do not apply addi- tional water repellent coating.
For details about how to clean the seatbelt, refer to “Seatbelt maintenance” P57.
Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate control panel, audio equipment, instru- ment panel, center console, combination meter panel, and switches.
& Monitor
To clean the audio/navigation/multi-func- tion display monitor, wipe it with a silicone cloth or with a soft cloth. If the monitor is extremely dirty, clean it with a soft cloth moistened with neutral detergent then carefully wipe off any remaining detergent.
Maintenance and service
11-1. Maintenance schedule 451
11-2. Maintenance precautions 451
11-3. Maintenance tips 453
11-4. Engine hood 455
11-5. Engine compartment overview 457
11-6. Engine oil. 458
11-7. Cooling system 460
11-11. Continuously variable transmission
fluid 464
11-12. Front differential gear oil and rear
differential gear oil 465
11-13. Brake fluid 465
11-14. Brake booster 466
11-15. Brake pedal 466
11-16. Replacement of brake pad 467
11-17. Tires and wheels. 467
11-8. Air cleaner element 462
11-9. Spark plugs 464
11-10. Drive belts 464
11-18. Alloy wheels 475
11-19. Windshield washer fluid 475
Maintenance and service
11-20. Replacement of wiper blades. 477
11-21. Battery 481
11-22. Fuses 482
11-23. Installation of accessories 484
11-24. Replacing bulbs 484
11-25. Replacing key battery 491
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