Subaru Crosstrek Service Manual: Removal

1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. NOTE">

2. Remove the trim panel - rear door. Door Trim > REMOVAL">

3. Remove the sealing cover - rear door.

CAUTION:

• Carefully remove the butyl tape. Excessive force will easily break the cover.

• If the sealing cover - rear door gets broken, replace it with a new part.

• Be careful not to allow the butyl tape to contact any trims and seats because the butyl tape, which has a strong adhesive force, is difficult to remove once it adhered.

(1) Remove the screw to remove the bracket - door trim rear.

(2) Carefully remove the butyl tape to remove the sealing cover - rear door.

Inspection

Installation

Other materials:

Inspection
FRONT SUSPENSION > Front StrutINSPECTIONCheck the removed part for wear, damage and cracks, and then repair or replace it if defective.1. STRUT1. Check for oil leaks.2. Move the piston rod up and down to check that it operates smoothly without any hitch.3. Check the piston rod runout.Preparation ...

Inspection
CLUTCH SYSTEM > Clutch PedalINSPECTIONMove the clutch pedal pads in the lateral direction with a force of approximately 10 N (1 kgf, 2 lbf) to check that the clutch pedal deflection is within the service limit. If it exceeds the service limit, replace with new bushings.Deflection of the clutch pe ...

Assembly
REAR SUSPENSION > Front Lateral LinkASSEMBLY1. Before assembly, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new one.• Visually check the lateral link assembly - front for damage and deformation.• Visually check the bushing for abnormal cracks, fatigue or damage.&bul ...